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. Read more
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. Read more
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]
While most manufacturers are still trying to incorporate touchscreens into just about anything that they can, Russian designer Marat Kudryavstev has a different idea. He has come up with this new “Communication Gadget” that can be used on any flat surface. The slim device projects a keyboard onto the flat surface of your choice and will somehow be able to pick up your keystrokes regardless of the fact that your kitchen table for example, doesn’t have touchscreen functions. Sounds like a cool concept that we can’t wait to try out. [Behance]
Anyone who really gets into their online gaming sessions knows that extended play and time in front of the screen can lead to a whole lot of heat, both for you and your equipment. This new Thermaltake Challenger Pro Gaming Computer will feature a built in fan to help to keep things nice and cool while you are blasting and fragging away, even if your body temperature goes up a few degrees from getting sniped repeatedly. It also features a red LED backlight so that you can play in the dark without missing a beat. [AVING]
The Star Wars Keyboard provides standard keys plus 11 shortcut buttons such as home, email and volume control. What makes this keyboard interesting is that it has a Master Yoda graphic above the numpad. The Star Wars Keyboard is compatible with Mac and PC. $40 is all you need to bring home this Star War-themed keyboard. [Urban Outfitters]
Adesso today introduced the MKB-135B gaming keyboard that features the mechanical key switch technology to provide a tactile sound feedback. Designed for gamers, professionals and personal use, the keyboard connects to your computer via USB and PS/2 ports. The Adesso MKB-135B is also fitted with N-key rollover that allows you to press up to 6 keys at once, allowing for great gaming macro combination. The Adesso MKB-135G is currently available for $99.99. [Adesso]
