I Have Waited A LONG TIME for this keyboard!!! - ZSA Moonlander
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Save time on your work and emails with Grammarly! Sign up for a free account and get 20% off Grammarly Premium: grammarly.com I love ergonomic keyboards, especially the ones that split, since you can stay productive for longer by not being overly fatigued at the arms. So when I heard there was an update from the Ergodox with the ZSA Moonlander, I had to be the one to check it out.
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The video opens with the host expressing anticipation for the ZSA Moonlander, noting how the packaging contrasts with the previous ErgoDox EZ they used. He highlights key design changes, including a much thinner, more compact form and integrated wrist rests, which eliminate the need to purchase separate tenting kits and bulky wrist pads. The review walks through the unboxing, showing two cables for single-half operation and the new USB-C connection, plus a single tent peg mechanism that simplifies adjustment. As the host assembles and powers up the Moonlander, he discusses the ortholinear layout, the reduced thumb cluster, and the implications for posture, such as avoiding pronation to reduce strain on the forearm bones. He also shares practical setup notes, including the soft matte keycaps, the ability to customize the layout with a clean software interface, and the absence of an F row, which affects workflows for Office and Excel users. The middle segment emphasizes ergonomic tradeoffs, like the compact footprint versus fewer thumb keys, and the importance of configuring layers to suit personal typing and gaming needs. In the closing portion, the host compares the Moonlander to the prior model, remarks on build quality and color variants like Dark Matter, and concludes that the Moonlander represents a worthy, portable, and visually appealing upgrade for enthusiasts who value ergonomics and customization, while acknowledging the price and learning curve. A sponsor message for Grammarly interrupts a brief typing test, highlighting how the product can aid professional communication, followed by a quick demonstration of RGB lighting as the Moonlander is put through its paces. The host sums up the Moonlander as a strong sequel, suitable for both long-form typing and gaming, and invites viewers to subscribe for more content.
Topics · ergonomics · consumer_tech · hardware_reviews · peripherals · split_keyboard · ergodox · office_productivity · gaming_peripherals
Questions answered
- What are the key ergonomic advantages of the ZSA Moonlander compared to a traditional keyboard?
- The Moonlander uses a split, ortholinear layout with integrated wrist rests to reduce pronation and forearm strain, and it provides customizable layers to offload typing tasks to the thumbs while keeping the hands in a more natural position.