Archive for the ‘keyboard’ Category
September 2nd, 2010 | 
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The Stealth KYBX-400 series keyboard is an industrial grade keyboard with a built-in optical trackball, which is environmentally sealed to NEMA 4, 4X, IP65 specifications. Housed in a rugged vandal resistant stainless steel enclosure, the keyboard features 71 full-travel keys with silent tactile feedback for fast and accurate data input functionality. The 38mm optical trackball is also sealed to IP65 specifications and provides a resolution of 800dpi. Other features include the NVIS-compliant red adjustable backlighting, which makes this keyboard ideal for military, aviation or vehicle applications. [Stealth]
The Razer BlackWidow is ready to release a new high-end mechanical keyboard for gaming. Dubbed as the Razer BlackWidow Ultimate, the keyboard is one of the first to feature illumination and mechanical keys that give better tactile feedback for better control. Razer’s BlackWidow Ultimate is expected to cost $129 in the US. Other features include the standard 102-key US layout and several macro-bound keys. [Razer]
Thermaltake eSPORTS has rolled out the latest gaming-grade keyboard from the “MEKA” series of mechanical keyboard. The Thermaltake eSPORTS MEKA G1 features a polling rate of 1000Hz, a heavy duty performance mechanical keyboard specification, a full speed USB design and an anti-ghost key design. Each purchase comes with a PS2 adapter for N key rollover function. There is no info on pricing at this time. [techPowerUp!]
The Slim Cool Plus is a water-resistant and contaminant proof keyboard with an integrated touch pad. The touch pad is centered on the keyboard, allowing both right- and left-handed users to type and enter data in an ergonomic manner. The sealed and rigid surface is ideal for industrial, marine, and medical use, as well as other applications where moisture, cleaning, and durability are a consideration. This keyboard is compatible with standard keyboard layouts and drivers are not needed. The Slim Cool Plus Keyboard is priced at $249 each. [Product Page]
With the Dell Streak getting set to release, Logitech has already started designing devices for it and we can see this one working extremely well with the new tablet. When you attach the new Logitech DiNovo to the Dell Streak, you not only get a full QWERTY keyboard but you also get a touch pad as well. Is it possible to be just as excited about a device’s accessory as you are about the device itself? The compactness and cool factor of this one points to yes. [StreakSmart]
Hanwha Japan has just announced a new and very interesting looking keyboard. This is the new Luxeed U5 Keyboard which will be available on the Japanese market very soon. The keyboard will come with 430 LEDs that will light up individually to the colors of your choice. Since it is customizable you can get yourself some real nice color patterns going on here. There are many different settings including one that makes the key light up when you press it. [Akihabara]
SteelSeries today introduced the new StarCraft II Limited Edition Zboard gaming keyboard bundle, which consists of the SteelSeries Zboard Base with Z Engine II software, the Zboard Standard QWERTY Keyset for everyday use and the SteelSeries Limited Edition Zboard Keyset (StarCraft II). The special edition gaming keyboard provides labeled commands, in-game shortcuts, official artwork from the game, and three race-specific mods featuring unique abilities for each of the races. Using the Z Engine II software, you can also customize every keys on the keyboard.
The company has also launched the StarCraft II-branded Qck Limited Edition mouse pads that are made of a high-quality cloth material with an optimized textured surface, and provide players with a smooth and consistent gliding surface.
The StarCraft II Limited Edition Zboard gaming keyboard bundle retails for $69.99, while the SteelSeries Limited Edition QcK Tychus Findlay, Marauder, QcK Marine, and Kerrigan vs. Zeratul mouse pads are priced at $14.99 each. The SteelSeries Zboard Keyset (StarCraft II) is also sold separately for $24.99.
Arctic Equipment has entered the input devices market by releasing one keyboard and a couple of gaming mice. The K381 keyboard has an ultra-slim design. It is embedded with 12 one-touch office function keys, including volume control, full?sized arrow keys, and numeric keypad. At just 12mm height (at the back 20mm), this extremely flat design gives the possibility to seat the heels of hand on the desk, offering great ergonomics and comfort. The keys also have a sharp and clear pressure point. The Arctic K381 keyboard retails for $24.95.
The Arctic M551 and M571 gaming mice boast a laser optical sensor rated for 2400dpi resolution. While, the Arctic M571 sports a third button, near the scroll wheel, enabling gamers to add another shortcut. The Arctic M551 and M571 gaming mice are priced at $24.95 and $29.95, respectively.
For those of you that miss the good old days of typing at slower speed and with much more annoying clicks and clanks with a traditional typewriter then today is your special day. This is a special new design that comes from Jack Zylkin from usbtypewriters that takes an old school typewriter and adds in USB functionality allowing you to hook it up to your computer. The fully modded version costs about $400 to $500 or you can choose to have him mod your own typewriter for just $200. If that still sounds like a lot and you are a bit adventurous, he sells do it yourself kits for $75 to $150. [Technabob]
For those of you that miss the good old days of typing at slower speed and with much more annoying clicks and clanks with a traditional typewriter then today is your special day. This is a special new design that comes from Jack Zylkin from usbtypewriters that takes an old school typewriter and adds in USB functionality allowing you to hook it up to your computer. The fully modded version costs about $400 to $500 or you can choose to have him mod your own typewriter for just $200. If that still sounds like a lot and you are a bit adventurous, he sells do it yourself kits for $75 to $150. [Technabob]