Confused: within the freestyle line what does each moniker mean: "freestyle2" , "v3" , "blue" , "vip" ?

VIP is the kit that comes with the keyboard (wrist pad)Freestyle2 is the keyboard itselfV3 is another accessories kit, I think it includes the wrist pad plus other itemsSee the URLhttp://kinesis-ergo.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/kinesis_freestyle2_pc_insert.pdf

do the hand rests make typing more comfortable? Or necessary?

I have the hand rests, and even though they're just plastic with a sticky pad over them, there is no other quality keyboard pad that also splits and matches the tilt angle that the Kinesis is capable of. They are therefore a cheap and elegant solution to having a hand rest for the keyboard. I've never not had them since I bought them with the keyboard, but I can't imagine not having them, since they're so comfortable in a low-tech way.

The specs say the keyboard is 16.2" wide. Please confirm this is with no separation. My tray is 19". Will only 3" separation be useful?

Yes, the 16.2 is w/o separation. we use one of these keyboards with a gap of 2-3" and find it very comfortable. The ability to tilt the halves is a bigger contributor to comfort than the distance between there.

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USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation)

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Brand
KINESIS
Compatible Devices
MAC
Connectivity Technology
USB USB-A
Keyboard Description
Multimedia
Material
Acrylonitrile
Model Name
KINESIS

🔄20" adjustable split design

⌨️Standard Mac layout with hotkeys

🖐️Low-force tactile key switches

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Description

⌨️ Split, type, conquer — your Mac’s new ergonomic power move!

ERGONOMIC FREEDOM - Customize your keyboard split up to 20" for natural hand positioning and reduced strain.
FATIGUE FREE TYPING - Low-force membrane switches deliver tactile feedback to minimize finger fatigue during long workdays.
PLUG AND PLAY SIMPLICITY - Seamlessly connects via USB with instant compatibility from Mac OS X 10.4+—no software hassle.
MAC OPTIMIZED PRODUCTIVITY - Standard Mac layout with dedicated hotkeys and multimedia controls—no drivers needed.
BUILT FOR AMBIDEXTROUS COMFORT - Ambidextrous design with detachable pivot tether lets you tailor splay angle for your unique style.

The Kinesis USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac features an award-winning split design with up to 20" separation, a standard Mac layout with dedicated hotkeys, and low-force tactile membrane switches to reduce typing fatigue. Plug-and-play compatible with Mac OS X 10.4 and above, it offers customizable ergonomic comfort for professional users seeking productivity and wellness in one sleek package.

Specifications

ASIN	B009ZNBJBM
Additional Features	Multimedia Keyboard
Antenna Location	Office
Best Sellers Rank	#565 in Computer Keyboards
Brand	KINESIS
Built-In Media	Keyboard
Button Quantity	19
Compatible Operating System Family	MacOS
Connectivity Technology	USB, USB-A
Customer Reviews	4.1 out of 5 stars 185 Reviews
Enclosure Material	Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Item Dimensions L x W x H	15.35"L x 7.28"W x 0.71"H
Item Weight	1 kg
Keyboard Description	Multimedia
Keyboard Layout	QWERTY
Manufacturer	Kinesis Corporation
Mfr Part Number	KB800HMB-US-20
Minimum Required Operating System Version	Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger
Model Name	KINESIS CORPORATION
Model Number	KB800HMB-US-20
Number of Items	1
Number of Keys	94
Number of Sections	2
Product Dimensions	15.35"L x 7.28"W x 0.71"H
Recommended Uses For Product	Office
Series Number	800
Special Feature	Multimedia Keyboard
Switch Type	Tactile (predicted)
Total USB 2.0 Ports	2
UPC	607998800034
Unit Count	1 Count

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