Ergonomics

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How To Ergonomically Optimise Your Workspace

7:40AM February 10, 2011 | Whitson Gordon

We spend a lot of time sitting at our desks every day, and while it may not look like it, it can wreak havoc with out bodies. Here’s how to set up a healthy, ergonomic workspace to keep you comfortable and injury-free. More »

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This Wobbling Office Chair Will Annoy You Into A Tighter Body

6:00AM January 18, 2011 | Sam Biddle

Many work with a heavy slouch – and while this may be comfortable and give you a nonchalant cool dude vibe, it’s wrecking your back. The Wigli forces you to work your butt off (lest you fall onto it). More »

Stylish But Pricey Way To Use Apple Keyboards, Magic Trackpads

4:00AM October 29, 2010 | Kat Hannaford

The idea behind this silver shelf is that it’s a more ergonomic keyboard and Magic Trackpad setup. You simply plonk a wireless Bluetooth keyboard and Magic trackpad in the tray, and due to its shape your wrists feel happier. Simple. More »

Storied Chair Designer Invents A New Crutch

9:50AM June 3, 2010 | Fast Company

Jeff Weber spotted a design rarity: The market opportunity is massive, and the products out there are terrible. More »

How Are You Holding Your iPad?

10:00AM April 8, 2010 | John Herrman

Before it was announced, we mocked up a crude iPad to test some basic tablet ergonomics. It was awkward! (And oddly sensual!) Now that I have my iPad, I still don’t know: How are we supposed to hold it? More »

PADandCLICK Gel Pads Stick To Your Mouse For More Comfortable Clicking

11:40AM March 16, 2010 | Rosa Golijan

It’s not a new idea to stick little gel pads onto mice and keyboards to cope with the strain of browsing the internet all day long, but the PADandCLICK system for mice caught our eye because it actually looks comfortable. More »

Magic Mouse Gets Decidedly Unmagical Ergonomic Fix

3:49AM March 14, 2010 | Kyle VanHemert

The Magic Mouse, for all of its sleek lines and multitouch, uh, magic, can feel a little awkward in the hand. MMFixed has the solution: a stick-on hump that gives your fingers some leverage and your palm some lovin’. More »

Microsoft’s Arc Keyboard Is Really Warped

3:35AM January 8, 2010 | Sean Fallon

As far as functionality is concerned, Microsoft’s wireless Arc keyboard is fairly standard. However, the crazy, warped design is what really makes it stand out. More »