Freedom Bluetooth Keyboard
Posted by Offbeatmammal on 05/27/08 in Keyboard, Pocket PC Phones, PocketPC, Smart Phones, UMPC, Wifi / Bluetooth
About a year ago there were a couple of posts talking about the Freedom folding keyboards (one Bluetooth and one USB).
While the USB one seems to have come and gone the bluetooth option is alive and kicking. This is good news as other alternatives (such as the iGo Stowaway) have been discontinued so it’s good to see at least one option out there for folks who need a better experience.
While I’m happy enough to knock out a quick email reply on my smartphone it’s not easy to be as productive as I’d like when I’m away from the office. That however was nowhere near as frustrating as trying to type on the split keyboard on my Samsung Q1U which I’ve not been able to get comfortable using.
So I finally ordered a Freedom Universal Bluetooth keyboard to try it out for myself.
Freedom Slim Keypad Delayed…Again
Posted by Steve Laser on 04/11/08 in Keyboard
The HTC Advantage has an awful keyboard. It is too big for thumb typing and too small for touch typing. I have been using ZoomBoard, a software keyboard, which is fantastic. But I have been keeping a close eye on Freedom Input’s Slim Keypad, which was originally due out last November. That date was moved back to March, and today I checked the site and found that the keyboard is now due out in May.
Check out the vaporware features:
The slimmest lightest keyboard available in the market.
This light ultra slim metallic keypad is lightweight and slips easily into the pocket.
The new Freedom Slim Keypad. Sleek, sexy, small yet fully functional. Not just cool in looks and feel, it will be using both HID and SPP profiles, thus offering a wide range of compatibility with most Smartphones and PDA’s including BlackBerry devices.
The keypad is only 10mm or just over a quarter if an inch thick, and features the popular Motorola RAZR style metal keys with an switched option to back illuminate.
Boy, I hope this thing really comes out in May.
Review: Logitech Cordless MediaBoard Pro
Posted by hyedipin on 03/13/08 in Keyboard, Logitech, Mobilitysite Reviews, Playstation
Reviewer: Huseyin Yedipinar for Mobilitysite / March 2008
Vendor: Logitech (Link to product page) Part Number PN 968011-0403
MSRP: $79.99 (Available from online retailers as low as $45, at the time of review $60 at Amazon)
When I received the unit from Logitech, I expected something simple, light, low-quality plastic and somewhat hallow unit. It was nothing but high quality, glossy, matching black, perfectly balanced and just the right weight keyboard. Nicely priced at the time of review at $60, even better when it was on sale last month at Amazon for $45, this keyboard is the second in the line of Logitech MediaBoard PS3 series, the original Logitech PS3 MediaBoard came with USB Adapter with RF transmitter, and was based on 2.4Ghz wireless technology. It worked perfectly well with Linux, but did not have dedicated buttons, and was priced just $10 less than this one. This unit is Bluetooth, does not require any adapters or transmitters, and works right out of the box with your PS3 or your PC without any drivers, installations, or long setup process…
iKey’s New FT-86-911-TP Keyboard
Posted by gasusan2005 on 08/14/07 in Keyboard
iKey, Inc. announced the release of the FT-86-911-TP, a ruggedized mobile use keyboard. By combining rugged capability with an easy to use, full travel keystroke, iKey has created a vehicle-friendly keyboard that offers excellent tactile feel in a compact design.
Designed with universal mounting holes, iKey’s new full travel keyboard is specifically constructed for vehicle mount in police, emergency, transport, service and marine vehicles. Its distinctive shape was created based on popular demand for a keyboard that can swing around easily in vehicles. Featuring a user-friendly integrated touchpad, LED backlit keys for low-light environments, one-touch emergency key and mounting holes, iKey’s new Full Travel keyboard is sealed to IP55 specifications. It is therefore resistant to spills that may occur in vehicles, yet still features plastic keys that feel just like a regular desktop keyboard.
iKey’s innovative line of rugged keyboards include numerous compact models which are successfully implemented into a variety of mobile applications including public safety, tanks, airplanes, submarines, forklifts and assembly lines.
For more information visit iKey
Source:iKey press release
