When we finally were able to get the software installed, we could not run the appropriate application; it would just crash upon loading up.
We yielded the same results on another PC in our office until the third computer we came across was finally able to run the software. We should note that attempts to recover a more recent version of the software were unsuccessful because of issues with the company's site; the last attempt was just minutes before we handed in this review.
Fortunately, the keyboard still worked with the two PCs that didn't install the software, so we weren't left with a useless accessory. When the Smart Technology software is properly installed, users have the ability to customize the MyEclipse LCD mode, assigning programs to different hot keys and button icons.
The software interface is clean and simplistic, encouraging the user to drag and drop programs and Web sites to the various buttons represented onscreen. Overall, it was a cinch to use. Performance We were pleased with the overall performance of the physical keys on the keyboard, but we quickly became disappointed with how the touch LCD behaved. Before we explain the problems, we should note that these issues occurred both on the PCs without the software and on those with it.
Almost right away we noticed a serious lag when switching between LCD modes. Three mode buttons rest along the top and had to be pressed twice, even three times occasionally to get the screen to switch. A small audible click can be heard when registering a successful touch, and we used this as a clear indicator of the keyboard's responsiveness.
Not only during mode-switching did the touch screen fail us. Numerous instances of locking up and extended periods of unresponsiveness was common, which really dampened the overall experience. As if that wasn't enough, we also occasionally had to deal with phantom repeating of characters, physical and nonphysical keys alike. Also, the location of the bottom-left touch key was accidentally pressed a lot, which, in our case, was the mute button for music.
We really wish there were options in place to move around some of these touch-button locations. There is a virtual slider that can control volume or keyboard brightness; it felt jittery and mostly unresponsive as well. As far as the physical keys were concerned, we enjoyed their soothing soft, quiet performance.
Typing on these backlit keys in the dark was also a delight, and the ability to change the board's brightness was a nice touch. The mouse controls below the touch screen performed surprisingly well, with the trackball providing more accuracy than we thought the small BB-size pellet was capable of.
The left and right click buttons also had no issues during our testing. Over time, we found ourselves using them instead, when reaching for the mouse felt unnecessary. A rechargeable battery inside the Litetouch nets around 20 hours of use, so you'll have to keep the AC adapter close by. Though we suppose these kinks can be worked out with a firmware update, we found the version sold as-is to border on the line of unacceptability.
We haven't seen many attempts at touch LCD screens on a keyboard, so we can't really recommend another product in its place, either. You're probably better off picking one out from our best-rated keyboard list. The panel acts as a scroll-wheel, and responds to how quickly you move your finger over it. If you swipe your finger down quickly, your document scrolls down faster, for example, and you can rock your finger left and right to scroll in either direction.
The mouse is precise and sensitive, and we had no problems with its tracking and accuracy. We found that while the TouchMouse looks great and the brushed aluminum feels great in causal use, heavy or prolonged use revealed quirks in the touch-panel. Additionally, after heavy use, the angular design that looks so good sitting on your desk becomes a bit uncomfortable to use, as the body of the mouse is just a little too small to rest perfectly in your palm.
You only get the volume control and media keys. Topics Accessories. See all comments The smartphone stand is a bad idea.. I've a steelseries 7g and a microsoft erganomic and wont be changing. Does anyone know if it works for the PS3, or do I have to get a Bluetooth keyboard? Must be quiet on the tech field.
If you want a keyboard, heck, just go down to your local PC store and check out some yourself. No need to read reviews. May be no need, but some of us just like reading reviews of keyboards and mice and other peripherals.
Also helps when you get reviews of items not carried by your local PC store and only available to order online. You didn't read the report at all did you? I wouldn't get any of these. I bought one of those keyboard like 3 years ago, except it was wired. Get a keyboard that use mechanical switches, capacitive switch, or bucking spring.
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