Summary:
This is the first review I've ever written on any product I've ever bought. Ever. Why? Because I want to type. Why? Because the simple pleasure of typing on a keyboard so smooth and responsive has been foreign to me for far too long. I'm not sure what I'm trying to say here, but I guess I'm just happy. Happy to have found a keyboard that perfectly suits my typing speed, and happy in the knowledge that I won't be needing another keyboard for the next five years or so. Yes, it has some cons (which I'll address later on), but the ease of use, the fabulous design and the oh-so pleasurable typing experience more than make up for it.

I can't honestly say i'm at all familiar with any of the former DiNovo keyboards logitech has launched, but I had heard rumours about the Edge as being top-of-the-line in both visual appeal and technology. Now that I've used it for well over a week, I can't say I disagree with any of that.

the DiNovo Edge features all your standard keys that you'd expect to see in a keyboard. But look closely and you'll see there are clearly some distinctions to be noted. First of all - and this is something that I hadn't noticed until I found myself reaching for an empty spot - the Edge does not feature a nnumeric keypad; presumable to make way for some of the peripherals that happen to take up more or less the same space. They are the touch-sensitive volume slider, and the equally touch-sensitive TouchDisc - which is basically the touch pad you're used to seeing on virtually any laptop on the market. In fact, it performs exactly the same function as said touch pad, plus an added bonus. Or rather, two bonuses. The TouchDisc, which lights up elegantly after being touched for no longer than a second, comes with two small track pads on its outer perimeter that react to touch (big surprise) and allow you to scroll either horizontally or vertically along a given page. Unfortunately, the responsiveness of these track pads leaves a bit to be desired, as they aren't quite as sensitive as I'd like them to be. Coupled with the somewhat limited useability of the touchpad itself for use as an actual mouse, it all means it's not quite the time to toss out your trusty optical companion in the trashcan. Yet.

A feature that I know to be present in previous models of the DiNovo series are the multi-functional F-keys. Aside from performing their regular functions in Windows as you've grown accustomed to, the F9 through F12 keys can be programmed through the included SetPoint software to perform automated tasks for you. This could mean opening your favorite website or launching your frequently used app with the touch of a button. The usefulness of the F-keys' secondary functions, however, is somewhat doubtful, considering the fact that the aforementioned SetPoint program is required to be running at all times for the keys to perform their function. Now usually, this wouldn't be a problem, but if, like me, you use a Logitech mouse that you happen to want to use SetPoint free (I have my reasons), you'll quickly understand there's a conflict of interests.

But looking at the keyboard glow up under your fingertips, reacting to your touch and obeying your ever keystroke with such loyalty, can you really blame it? I must say that I'm somewhat of a sucker for things that shine, especially if the aesthetically pleasing object is coupled with admirable practical applicability. In short, it's useful and beautiful. So then, you ask, is it worth $200?

For me, the answer is yes. Considering the quality of the product, the pleasing visual feel of it and the welcome (though not necessarily life-saving) function keys and touch pads, I cannot honestly claim the product is overpriced. Sure there may be keyboards that are relatively cheaper and provide roughly the same functionality, I must insist that we're talking about a different level of keyboards here. The DiNovo may be called the elite among the keyboards. It's not something you'll see in many homes necessarily, but occasionally you'll see it illuminated on its marvelous plexiglass stand at a friend's house and you'll invariably want to type with it.

Pros:
Pleasing aesthetic design Welcome added functionality Ease and pleasure of typing Long battery life

Cons:
Price Limited usefulness of the TouchPad Necessity of the SetPoint software

Summary:
My logitech cordless broke down in the very next month and I had to take it to the warranty centre here in Bombay. The centre people "rashi peripherals" are sooo ruthless lot, that they made me run 7 -8 times for a full month. It was only after made a shout and cry in their office did I get my product replaced.
Initially they had promised 4 dayz and they had no repentence on their words.
I have vowed never to buy logitech products again.
Nadz

Pros:
as usual

Cons:
worst after sales service