Microsoft Announces Mac Desktop Kit

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: June 1, 2006 - 4:23 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mouseandkeyboard/productdetails.aspx... Microsoft has announced its first keyboard and high-definition mouse combo specially designed for Macintosh computers. The Wireless Laser Desktop includes a Comfort Curve keyboard that for the first time drops the Windows Start button. Instead, it offers Mac modifier, zoom, eject and hot keys. The silver-finished kit should be available this summer for a suggested retail price of USD 100. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

New MERC Gaming Keyboard from Ideazon

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 15, 2006 - 8:34 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.zmerc.com Ideazon, a company specialized in gaming keyboards, has just released their newest model, MERC. It provides 34 gaming keys, three thumb keys and 11 weapon keys, plus multimedia keys, and it tilts 11 degrees to match natural wrist position. Also, core game commands are labeled for quick access, including run, walk, jump, crouch and reload. It uses USB interface. With a suggested price of USD 39.99, you should check this new keyboard out if you are a serious gamer.   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Company readies tiny OLED keyboard

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: February 1, 2006 - 2:12 PM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.artlebedev.com/portfolio/optimus-mini Russian design studio Art Lebedev claims that it will launch a tiny version of its famous, but not yet available, Optimus OLED keyboard in May. The miniature device, called Optimus mini three has only three keys and will be plugged with a USB 1.0 connector. Each key features a 96x96 pixels screen and polycarbonate coating. The studio will offer a basic set of plugins with the keyboard Configurator and expects programmers to add new applications. Art Lebedev will start taking pre-orders this week, for USD 100 a piece, and expects to begin shipping the product on May 15. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Top gamer endorses Creative mouse

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: January 9, 2006 - 4:20 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=10&subcategory=2... Creative announced at CES a new gaming mouse “co-developed” by top gamer Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel. The Fatal1ty 2020 reaches 2,400 dpi resolution and is equipped with an adjustable weight system based on five changeable modules. Another insteresting feature is the possibility of setting the resolution with a button and checking the current level through a color led readout. Suggested retail price is USD 70. A second model (1010), with 1,600 dpi max resolution, is available for “casual gamers” (USD 50). Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

NSK to reintroduce 53-key keyboard

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: December 26, 2005 - 11:44 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.newstandardkeyboard.com Inventor John Parkinson and its New Standard Keyboard (NSK) company plan to reintroduce a design intended to substitute the long standing QWERTY standard. The new USB equipment is set to be presented at CES, in January, and sent to distributors in February. Parkinson’s product has only 53 keys, alphabetically organized, and is split in two parts, one for each hand. The NSK is also smaller than a traditional keyboard. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Microsoft intros ergonomic keyboard

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: September 7, 2005 - 7:06 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2005/sep05/09-06Ergo.mspx Microsoft has introduced the Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000, featuring a “gull wing” design, with a 14-degree gable that puts the keys closer to the users’ fingers. It also offers an optional palm rest for a 7-degree reversed slope, a wrist rest and a 12-degree split. Additional features include a Zoom Slider located in the middle of the keyboard as well as Back and Forward and My Favorite Keys. Suggested retail price is USD 64.95. The company has announced two other ergonomic products: the 6-degree curved Comfort Curve Keyboard 2000 (USD 24.95) and the Comfort Optical Mouse 3000 (USD 29.95). Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Logitech unveils 2,000 dpi gaming mice

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 12, 2005 - 5:40 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/categories/US/EN,crid=2133&... Logitech will start selling in September two new gaming mice capable of resolutions of up to 2,000 dpi. Both the laser G5 and the cordless G7 handle 6.4 megapixels of image processing per second and sport full-speed bi-directional USB connection which delivers 500 reports per second. The G5 is packaged with adjustable weight cartridges to give users better control. The G7 features a five level power indicator and twin hot-swappable Li-ion batteries. Suggested retail prices are, respectively, USD 70 and USD 100. Logitech will also release in October the G15, a gamer keyboard, including built-in auxiliary LCD display, 18 programmable keys and advanced software to set up custom commands. The device will be priced at USD 80. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Razer launches 2,000 dpi optical mouse

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 8, 2005 - 6:11 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.razerzone.com Razer, a company specialized in products for gamers, launched an optical mouse with a resolution of 2,000 dpi capable of working at 7,000 fps. The Copperhead also features 32 KB of integrated memory, which allows users to save up to five personal configurations on the device, easing its use on other machines. Face plates offer personalization options. Suggested retail price is USD 80. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Apple ships its first multibutton mouse

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 3, 2005 - 4:53 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.apple.com/mightymouse Apple has launched its first ever multibutton mouse dubbed the Mighty Mouse. The device is equipped with two main “buttons” concealed under the white plastic case. Clicks are detected by touch sensors. Other features include two gray side buttons, which can be programmed to provide one-click access to software, and the Scroll Ball, which allows users to go over a page in any direction. The Mighty Mouse is priced at USD 49. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Microsoft announces remote keyboard

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: July 13, 2005 - 6:23 AM PST Category: Input More Info: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2005/jul05/07-12PCEntertainme... Microsoft has announced that it will release its Remote Keyboard for Windows XP Media Center Edition in September. The device combines keyboard, remote control and mouse pointer, allowing users to send instant messages, view images and control a TV, among other functions. It includes a Media Center green button, backlit keys and a Key-Lock, which avoids triggering an application by accident. The Remote Keyboard will sell for UDS 104.95. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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