Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 7000 Review

With a street price of about $145 and no number pad, the Wireless Entertainment Desktop 7000 is immediately going to have skeptics. The keyboard focuses in on design, usability, and media controls but is not for the frugal. Logitech has established this as proven formula with their diNovo line though, so there are high hopes for the 7000.

Considering that the desktop comes with Bluetooth connectivity and a laser mouse that sells by itself for about $70, Microsoft is actually offering significant value in this package. This is one of its stronger selling points, although one that will be missed by consumers who are paying more attention to the price tag and the components. While the performance is very good and Microsoft does a lot to justify the price, the WED 7000 still lacks the flash of the diNovo Edge or the upcoming WED 8000. For most consumers though the 7000 will be a much better pick and those if they are looking for a cool entertainment keyboard that is not going to break the bank. It may be a splurge, but it is definitely not the average keyboard.

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