Cloud Nine Ergonomics designs and manufactures split mechanical keyboards that promote natural typing postures to reduce repetitive strain injuries. Their keyboards feature adjustable tenting and high-quality mechanical switches, offering a comfortable and efficient typing experience for professionals and gamers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Extended computer use can lead to repetitive strain injuries and discomfort due to non-neutral wrist and arm postures. Standard keyboard designs often force users into awkward positions, contributing to fatigue and potential long-term musculoskeletal issues.
Solution
Cloud Nine Ergonomics designs and manufactures split mechanical keyboards engineered to promote a more natural typing posture and reduce physical strain. Their products feature split designs and adjustable tenting angles to align with individual user anatomy, mitigating the risk of RSI. By utilizing high-quality mechanical switches, these keyboards also offer a superior tactile typing experience for professionals, creatives, and gamers. The company provides both full-size and tenkeyless (TKL) form factors to accommodate diverse workspace preferences and user needs.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes professionals, developers, creatives, and gamers who spend significant hours typing and are seeking to improve their ergonomic setup to prevent discomfort and enhance productivity.
Features
- Split keyboard design allowing for natural shoulder-width hand placement.
- Adjustable tenting angles (0°, 4°, 7°) to achieve neutral wrist pronation.
- Choice of Kailh Box mechanical switches (Red, Brown, White) offering distinct tactile and auditory feedback profiles.
- Full-size ErgoFSK model with a dedicated numpad and 115 keys.
- Tenkeyless (TKL) ErgoTKL model with a compact layout and 89 keys, maximizing desk space.
- Integrated "Smart Wheel" for intuitive control of volume and other customizable functions.
- Dedicated hotkeys for common functions like Cut, Copy, Paste, and Select All.
- Programmable macros and dual-layer functionality for enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Backlighting with customizable patterns and colors for improved visibility in various lighting conditions.
- Optional accessories including linking cables for extended separation and padded wrist rests for enhanced comfort.
- USB pass-through port on the ErgoTKL model for convenient peripheral connectivity.
- 45-day risk-free trial period and a 2-year manufacturer's warranty.