Logitech diNovo Edge

Summary: First, before you judge me as poor let me tell you that i'm not poor nor cheap.

I judge things from a technical aspect base on logic and neutral

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Summary: First, before you judge me as poor let me tell you that i'm not poor nor cheap.

I judge things from a technical aspect base on logic and neutral comparaison with other products available.

Being a IT technician who work for a school i know how to judge hardwares because its my job to do so.

We bought several Dinovo Edge for our multimedia conference rooms and i was assigned to test and install these new Dinovo Edge.

The new Dinovo Edge is very nicely build. When i first saw the box, i could already tell that even the packaging wasn't cheap. You can already feel the quality of the package by opening the box itself.

Opening the box alone made you feel like you are somekind of rich hollywood/beverly hill super star. It may sound exagerated but it actually the way logitech wanted you to feel when unpackaging the box. Everything was wrapped in such quality way that i felt sad to unwrap the content.

The packaging is no comparaison to what we see nowadays. This is definately a gift to give to those corporative executive level employees (your boss) or the rich class.

If i could take the picture of the packaging i would, but i have not time for that. So lets get to the point.


The keyboard it self has a transparent protective wrap. If you wish your keyboard to look exactly as the one on Logitech webpage (black glow finish) you have to remove that transparent protective sticker. If not, your keyboard will look Flat black which also looks cool. Once you remove that protective sticker you won't be able to put it back unless you have the right equipment.

On the logitech webpage, the keyboard seem to have three colors (black, grey and silver)
Don't beleive their photo. The black and grey you see on logitech website is just a reflection of something. This keyboard is entirely glowing black with a silver base.

The keyboard is very slim and metal feel. Its not too heavy but its heavier than it looks like on the photos. It is not made out of plastic like those ordinary keyboards, in facts, it is made of solid material.

The installation is very simple.After installing the software provided that is,
there is a USB bluetooth key that come with the keyboard that you need to plug to any USB port of your pc. (They are about the size of a USB flash drive.
You computer should automatically detect the keyboard.

The typing feels about the same as typing on a good quality laptop. All the keys are very close to the keyboard. If you ever used a a good quality laptop you should have a good picture of the Dinovo Edge.

The keys are not backlite. The only light are above the F1,F2... keys and they are orange light.

This keyboard has a built-in rechargable battery. When uncharged, you have to place it on its base. That base is plugged to a normal electricity wall outlet. (Not USB)

You will hear a Beep and see a battery icon blinking on the keyboard when its charging.

The keyboard does not have any USB hub on it. So those who are used to USB extra hubs found on some keyboard will have to find them else where. This keyboard does not have any USB ports.

The is also a circular touch pad, that you can use. ( Even if you already have a mouse )
the touchpad did not seem to come in conflict with the mouse. So you can use both mouse.

This keyboard also works with game console.
I tested it on a Playstation 3 and the PS3 found the keyboard no problem. All you have to do is to use the USB bluetooth provided and insert it in one of the PS3 USB port.

The keyboard does not have any numeric keypad. Those keypads can be usefull for gaming, so you will have to remap those keys within your games.

On a different note, a lot of poeple will find you nuts to spend 200 bucks on a keyboard. So if i were you, if anyone ask you how much you paid. i suggest you don't say unless you like to look crazy.

For a store, a conference room, a well decorated living room. This keyboard is probably a good choice. But i still beleive it should cost between 130-160.

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Summary: First of all, if you don't like the price, look at something less expensive. Second, if you need a number pad, buy a keyboard with a number pad.

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Summary: First of all, if you don't like the price, look at something less expensive. Second, if you need a number pad, buy a keyboard with a number pad.

Now, if you want a keyboard that is as pleasurable to look at as it is to type on, buy this keyboard. While Microsoft continues making keyboards that look like a slab of cement, Logitech artfully produces something that makes you want to show off your desk. The gloss black face, the brushed metal palm rest, and the glow on demand volume and f-keys are like nothing ever produced. If a keyboard can be a work of art, this is a Rembrandt. At a half inch thick, the di novo edge looks as good in the living room as it does in the office.

This keyboard is not just about looks either. The keys are responsive but comfortable. Everything is within easy reach and the touch volume slider works well and is fun to use. The cursor touchpad takes some getting used to, but works adequately for those lacking a mouse. Finally, battery life on this rechargeable keyboard is two months!

The di novo edge is the best keyboard you can buy and worth every dime of it's cost. Oh, and it can easily be found on sale for $169.

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Summary: They say once you go dinovo, you never go back, and its true. This is a great product that is marred by 2 main features - the lack of media ...

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Summary: They say once you go dinovo, you never go back, and its true. This is a great product that is marred by 2 main features - the lack of media keys (play/pause, forward, reverse) and its $200. I got it for 170, but that is still too much for a keyboard alone. Logitech should have bundled the MX Revolution in for 150. If you plan on using your living room tv to browse the web, or just trying to look snazzy, this is the keyboard for you.

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