Engadget RSS Feed http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2013 AOL Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/ <![CDATA[Apple gets patent for universal batteries, edges closer to long-lasting wireless peripherals]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/09/19/apple-gets-patent-for-universal-batteries/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/09/19/apple-gets-patent-for-universal-batteries/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/09/19/apple-gets-patent-for-universal-batteries/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Apple gets patent for universal batteries, edges closer to longerlasting mice and keyboards

These days, just about every Apple product is defined by a non-removable battery. It's with no small hint of irony, then, that Apple just received a US patent for a universal removable battery system. As proposed, the technique would let Apple cut batteries from lithium-polymer or similar materials into commonly sized packs that could then be swapped between devices, providing all the benefits of removable, rechargeable batteries with a longer lifespan than an old set of AAs. Batteries could have serviceable cores for when they finally give up the ghost, and computers could even alternate between charging the batteries (when plugged in) or using them to extend the runtime of MacBooks. We'd recommend against basing any purchasing strategy around Apple's filing, though. The Cupertino team originally applied for the patent in 2010, and in turn broke out the technology from a patent it had filed in 2007 -- there's no guarantees Apple is still interested in replacing those disposables, let alone any sealed-in batteries. That won't stop us from yearning for the day when a Magic Mouse lasts for more than a week of heavy use.

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]]> appleapple imacAppleImacbatteriesbatterychargerchargingfilingimackeyboardlithium polymerlithium-polymerLithiumPolymermacbookmagic mouseMagicMousemicemousepatentpatent filingPatentFilingpatentsperipheralsremovable batteryRemovableBatteryusptowireless keyboardwireless mouseWirelessKeyboardWirelessMouse Wed, 19 Sep 2012 22:19:00 -0400 21|20326890 <![CDATA[Logitech outs Apple-friendly Wireless Solar Keyboard K760, we go hands-on]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/30/logitech-outs-apple-friendly-wireless-solar-keyboard-k760-we-go/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/30/logitech-outs-apple-friendly-wireless-solar-keyboard-k760-we-go/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/30/logitech-outs-apple-friendly-wireless-solar-keyboard-k760-we-go/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Logitech outs Apple-friendly Wireless Solar Keyboard K760, we go hands-on

Earlier this May, Logitech unveiled its Solar Keyboard Folio for the new iPad and iPad 2, and the accessory maker is rounding out the month by adding another sun-powered peripheral to its stable. Like the Keyboard Folio, the just-announced Wireless Solar Keyboard K760 works with iPads, but it's also compatible with Macs and iPhones. The K760 has Bluetooth for pairing up to three devices at a time, and it features Mac-specific keys such as Brightness, Command and Eject. Users should get about three months of use after the keyboard is fully charged up via sun or indoor light. We got to do a bit of typing with the K760, and are happy to report that it's a fairly well-built little grid. The deck feels solid, and the keys have a decent depth to them when pressed. Plus, the spun metal power button and the silver flake paint job lend a premium appearance. It'll cost $80 when it goes on sale next month, and you can get a closer look at what those dollars will buy in our gallery below. Head past the break for the full PR.

Gallery: Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K760

Michael Gorman contributed to this report

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]]> bluetoothhands-oniosipadiphonek760keyboardlogitechlogitech wireless solar keyboard k760LogitechWirelessSolarKeyboardK760macOSXsolarsolar poweredSolarPoweredwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Wed, 30 May 2012 13:13:00 -0400 21|20246995 <![CDATA[Mobee's Magic Feet and Power Bar juice up Mac peripherals, no more battery swapping for you]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/mobee-magic-feet-and-power-bar-inductive-charging/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/mobee-magic-feet-and-power-bar-inductive-charging/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/mobee-magic-feet-and-power-bar-inductive-charging/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Mobee's no stranger to the world of Mac peripherals these days, and you would've already come across the brand if swapping batteries is too much for you. Following its Magic Charger (for Apple's Magic Mouse) and Magic Bar (for Apple's wireless keyboard and Magic Trackpad), at this year's CES the company's decided to dish out an all-on-one charging station that features a second inductive charging pad plus four USB ports. But of course, there's a trade-off for this big daddy: in addition to the USB connection to your Mac, the Magic Feet also requires an AC adapter. However, given that each device has a battery life of up to 10 days only, this external power will actually come in handy for night time charging.

Alternatively, if you're not a fan of clogging up desk space with a charging station, then you can consider Mobee's Power Bar. Unlike its inductive-charging counterpart, this stick simply adds a 10-day battery and a micro-USB port to the Magic Trackpad, thus letting you plug-and-charge when needed. Oddly enough, Mobee doesn't say whether the Power Bar is also compatible with Apple's wireless keyboard, but the response we received was that it isn't a matter of technical limitation; but rather, it's simply that the company believes the Magic Bar is the better solution for owners of the wireless keyboard. Well, we'll let you be the judge.

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]]> appleCESCES 2012Ces2012charginginductive chargingInductiveChargingkeyboardmacMagic Feetmagic mousemagic trackpadMagicFeetMagicMouseMagicTrackpadMobeemousePower BarPowerBarrechargingtrackpadwirelesswireless chargingwireless keyboardWirelessChargingWirelessKeyboard Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:22:00 -0500 21|20141700 <![CDATA[NEC LaVie Touch hands-on (updated)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/05/nec-lavie-touch-hands-on/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/05/nec-lavie-touch-hands-on/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/05/nec-lavie-touch-hands-on/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Originally scheduled for a September launch under the VersaPro type VT moniker, NEC's LaVie Touch Windows 7 tablet is finally hitting the Japanese market next week. Alas, there are still no plans on an international release for this 10.1-inch Atom Z670-powered device, but at CEATEC we were lucky enough to stumble upon it along with its DVD dock and wireless input peripherals -- all included for ¥99,960 ($1,300), which is a huge drop from the original ¥144,000 ($1,873) customizable bundle.

Despite the slightly more sensible pricing, is the LaVie Touch still worth the money? Probably a stretch given the much cheaper offerings from the likes of Acer and Samsung, but regardless, kudos to NEC for keeping its tablet's weight just under 730g (1.6 pounds) while promising 10.6 hours of battery life. For comparison's sake, the Acer Iconia W500 weighs 970g (2.14 pounds) and only packs up to six hours worth of battery juice. The NEC tablet felt firm in our hands and its IPS LCD didn't disappoint, though Windows 7 on this particular unit was slightly laggy during our hands-on, so be sure to check it out in the stores first before you hand over your hard-earned yen.

Update: We just found out that Yodobashi Camera has just started selling the LaVie Touch, so we went along to Akihabara to check out the final product. Alas, Windows 7 was still sluggish, whereas the AMD C-50-powered Iconia W500 in the next aisle handled pinch-to-zoom rather well, despite the less impressive LCD.

Gallery: NEC LaVie Touch hands-on

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]]> AtomAtom Z670AtomZ670CEATECCEATEC 2011Ceatec2011dockexternal dvd writerExternalDvdWriterfeaturedfeatureshands-onJapanLaVie TouchLavieTouchNECOak TrailOakTrailtablettablet pcTabletPcVersaProWindowsWindows 7Windows7wireless keyboardwireless mouseWirelessKeyboardWirelessMouseZ670 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:31:00 -0400 21|20074163 <![CDATA[Logitech's Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac brings Appletastic keys, pastel hues]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/17/logitechs-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-for-mac-brings-appletast/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/17/logitechs-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-for-mac-brings-appletast/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/17/logitechs-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-for-mac-brings-appletast/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Yearning for the ideal keyboard to pair with your suddenly revitalized Bondi Blue iMac? Good thing you've the patience of Job. Windows users were treated to a K750 solar keyboard of their own last fall, and it's taken nearly a full year for Logi to crank out a Mac-specific edition. The Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac features the same amenities as found on the Wintel-favoring variant, but you'll find this one boasting a standard Mac key layout and a concave key cap design. Naturally, no extra drivers are required to work with your existing Apple rig, and once charged, it's capable of living it up for at least three solid months in complete darkness. You'll find onboard solar cells that power the keyboard using ambient light, and prospective buyers will be gifted with four exclusive hues (five in total). It'll ship in the US and Europe later this month for $59.99, and yes, that 2.4GHz module ensures that no wires will be needed for connectivity.

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]]> ambient lightAmbientLightappledriverfirmwarek750keyboardlogitechLogitech wireless solar keyboard k750LogitechWirelessSolarKeyboardK750macminiminipostos xOsXsoftwaresolarsolar keyboardsolar powerSolarKeyboardSolarPowersupportwirelesswireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:44:00 -0400 21|20019732 <![CDATA[Best Buy sucks at product recognition: Wireless Keyboard for TouchPad, iPad sold separately]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/30/best-buy-sucks-at-product-recognition-wireless-keyboard-for-tou/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/30/best-buy-sucks-at-product-recognition-wireless-keyboard-for-tou/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/30/best-buy-sucks-at-product-recognition-wireless-keyboard-for-tou/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Oh, really Best Buy --you don't say? Too bad... that $69.99 price tag would be so much easier to swallow if you threw in the whole kit and kaboodle.

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]]> accessoryapplebest buyBestBuycomedyfunnyhphp touchpadHpTouchpadipadkeyboardon saleOnSaletouchpadwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Thu, 30 Jun 2011 02:35:00 -0400 21|19980039 <![CDATA[Japan scores official Bluetooth PS3 keyboard for ¥5,000]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/07/japan-scores-official-bluetooth-ps3-keyboard-for-5-000/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/07/japan-scores-official-bluetooth-ps3-keyboard-for-5-000/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/07/japan-scores-official-bluetooth-ps3-keyboard-for-5-000/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Official PS3 Keyboard Yesterday, Sony took the wraps off a PlayStation-branded 3D TV and gave us our first serious look at the Vita, but our friends across that big wet thing we call the Pacific scored an extra little hardware goody -- an official PS3 keyboard. If you've ever seen a Bluetooth keyboard there isn't much surprising here, though it does feature a PS button for powering the console on and off. Instead of a touchpad Sony went with a Thinkpad-style nub which will be loved by some, but loathed by others. And don't worry, pairing this thin one-pounder with other devices should be quite simple. Folks in the Land of the Rising Sun can pick one up on June 30th for ¥5,000 (about $62), but there's no word on a stateside release. Treat yourself to the machine translated PR and another pic after the break.

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]]> accessoriesAccessorybluetoothbluetooth keyboardBluetoothKeyboardjapankeyboardofficial ps3 keyboardOfficialPs3Keyboardperipheralperipheralsplaystationplaystation 3Playstation3ps 3Ps3ps3 keyboardPs3Keyboardsonysony playstationsony playstation 3SonyPlaystationSonyPlaystation3wireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:13:00 -0400 21|19960564 <![CDATA[Microsoft Wireless Desktop 2000 protects that sensitive area between your peripherals]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/04/microsoft-wireless-desktop-2000-protects-that-sensitive-area-bet/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/04/microsoft-wireless-desktop-2000-protects-that-sensitive-area-bet/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/04/microsoft-wireless-desktop-2000-protects-that-sensitive-area-bet/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Microsoft's new wireless keyboard-and-mouse duo aims to thwart keystroke spies with full AES 128-bit encryption on over-the-air data -- an improvement on older wireless models that have proven to be easy pickings for hacker-types. You can pick up the Wireless Desktop 2000 now for $40, but that won't buy you protection from more common threats like Shandong phishmongers, nor will it make up for security loopholes in your other peripherals. Speaking of which, are you still using that seemingly innocent USB coffee-cup warmer?

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]]> 128-bitAESAES 128-bitAes128-bitencryptionhackhackerhackingkeyboardkeyboardsmiceMicrosoftmicrosoft wireless desktopMicrosoftWirelessDesktopmouseover-the-airsecuritywirelesswireless desktopWireless Desktop 2000wireless keyboardwireless mouseWirelessDesktopWirelessDesktop2000WirelessKeyboardWirelessMouse Sat, 04 Jun 2011 19:04:00 -0400 21|19957438 <![CDATA[Evolve Three's Maestro C tablet has a swiveling bezel stand and a screen-protecting keyboard (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/17/evolve-threes-maestro-c-tablet-has-a-swiveling-bezel-stand-and/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/17/evolve-threes-maestro-c-tablet-has-a-swiveling-bezel-stand-and/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/17/evolve-threes-maestro-c-tablet-has-a-swiveling-bezel-stand-and/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
Evolve Three's goal of creating the world's most versatile touchscreen tablets seems to be going swimmingly so far -- first the boutique Australian outfit introduced the triple-booting Maestro, and now it's got an Oak Trail slate on the way with some most intriguing hardware. You see, not only does this Maestro C have a 1.5GHz Intel Atom Z670 inside, 2GB of DDR2 RAM and most all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a netbook PC, it's also got a bezel that physically rotates -- turning into a chunky kickstand and exposing ports at the same time -- and a removable wireless keyboard that doubles as a hard-shell protector for the entire 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen. There's also a 32GB "high performance" SSD, optional 3G connectivity, a pair of stereo speakers and once again, three operating systems (Android 3.0, MeeGo and Windows 7) to choose from at startup. The only things keeping us from purchasing our customary two units is lingering worry that the other shoe has yet to drop... not to mention a starting price of $729, sans optional keyboard.

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]]> 10.1-inchAndroid 3.0Android3.0Atom Z670AtomZ670ConvertibleEvolve IIIEvolve ThreeEvolveIiiEvolveThreeHoneycombIntel AtomIntelAtomkeyboard caseKeyboardCasekickstandMaestroMaestro CMaestroCMeeGoOak TrailOakTrailtablettablet keyboardtablet pcTabletKeyboardTabletPctabletsWindows 7Windows7wireless keyboardWirelessKeyboardZ670 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:40:00 -0400 21|19915338 <![CDATA[Mobee's Magic Bar brings inductive charging to your Apple bluetooth keyboard and Magic Trackpad]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/12/mobees-magic-bar-brings-inductive-charging-to-your-apple-blueto/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/12/mobees-magic-bar-brings-inductive-charging-to-your-apple-blueto/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/12/mobees-magic-bar-brings-inductive-charging-to-your-apple-blueto/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments The wise folks who brought us the inductive Magic Charger for the Magic Mouse are now back with a new trick up their sleeves. This time we have the Mobee Magic Bar, which can energise either an Apple Wireless Keyboard or a Magic Trackpad thanks to their identical dual AA battery compartment. To get some wireless charging action, simply install the supplied battery cylinder to either device (presumably extra cylinders will also be available for purchasing), and then slide the protruding part into the charging dock. Of course, the nature of this setup limits the number of compatible devices (unlike the flat Magic Charger), but this is still more convenient than unscrewing the lid every time you run out of juice. If this Magic Bar tickles your fancy, you can pick one up around end of June for $59.90 -- pre-order starts on May 15th.

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]]> Appleapple magic trackpadApple Wireless KeyboardAppleMagicTrackpadAppleWirelessKeyboardbatterybluetooth keyboardBluetoothKeyboardinductiveinductive chargingInductiveChargingkeyboardMagic TrackpadMagicTrackpadMobeerechargerechargeabletrackpadwireless chargingwireless keyboardwireless rechargeWirelessChargingWirelessKeyboardWirelessRecharge Tue, 12 Apr 2011 01:56:00 -0400 21|19909934 <![CDATA[Ask Engadget: best wireless keyboard with built-in trackpad?]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/07/ask-engadget-best-wireless-keyboard-with-built-in-trackpad/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/07/ask-engadget-best-wireless-keyboard-with-built-in-trackpad/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/07/ask-engadget-best-wireless-keyboard-with-built-in-trackpad/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We know you've got questions, and if you're brave enough to ask the world for answers, here's the outlet to do so. This week's Ask Engadget question is coming to us from Calvin, who's presumably looking for the ultimate HTPC keyboard for use in his increasingly swank living roon. If you're looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.
I'm an analyst and a lot of what I do requires me to quickly switch back and forth between using my keyboard and mouse. I've learned a lot of keyboard shortcuts and have even built macros to alleviate the need for so much switching, but alas, it's not enough. I've started looking for a wireless keyboard that has a built-in touchpad -- that way, my fingers are just a few inches away being able to manipulate the on-screen pointer at any given moment. I need one that has a ten-key pad and and dedicated F-keys. Is there anyone out there that has some experience with something like this and that has found one that actually works well? Please help!
Two in one. We get it. If you do as well, drop your suggestion(s) in comments below.

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]]> askask engadgetAskEngadgetkeyboardtrackpadwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Thu, 07 Apr 2011 22:33:00 -0400 21|19905994 <![CDATA[Veho's Mimi all-in-one HTPC controller attempts to be a gamepad, looks overwhelming]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/07/vehos-mimi-all-in-one-htpc-controller-attempts-to-be-a-gamepad/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/07/vehos-mimi-all-in-one-htpc-controller-attempts-to-be-a-gamepad/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/07/vehos-mimi-all-in-one-htpc-controller-attempts-to-be-a-gamepad/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments So you've done it. You've bought a top-of-the line computer and turned your once-scary basement into the home theater of your dreams. But, since the HTPC is well, a computer, you're probably still using the age-old mouse and keyboard combo. Veho, a company that once claimed to have the world's smallest camcorder, recently announced a device called the "Mimi wifi Keyboard & Air Mouse with game controller." A long name indeed, but suitable considering the number of buttons found on this Xbox 360 gamepad lookalike. It's got everything you'd expect in an all-in-one computer-controlling unit -- including a motion sensor to control the mouse, separate buttons for left- and right-clicking and a range of around 33 feet. The controller is compatible with both Windows and Mac via a USB dongle, but the customizable buttons will only work on a Microsoft machine. If you're ready to take computing and gaming, along with your dignity, to a whole new level, hit up the source link to drop around 150 bones (£90) for this hybrid gadget.

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]]> air mouseAirMouseall-in-oneall-in-one controllerAll-in-oneControllercomputercontrollerdongledpadgamepadhome theaterHomeTheaterhtpchtpc controllerhtpc keyboardHtpcControllerHtpcKeyboardkeyboardmacmimimousepcpc gamepadPcGamepadqwerty keyboardQwertyKeyboardusbvehoVeho MimiVehoMimiwindowswirelesswireless gamepadwireless keyboardWirelessGamepadWirelessKeyboard Mon, 07 Mar 2011 10:47:00 -0500 21|19869916 <![CDATA[LMP Bluetooth Keypad now ready to mate with your Apple Wireless Keyboard]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/24/lmp-bluetooth-keypad-now-ready-willing-to-mate-with-your-apple/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/24/lmp-bluetooth-keypad-now-ready-willing-to-mate-with-your-apple/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/24/lmp-bluetooth-keypad-now-ready-willing-to-mate-with-your-apple/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Cropmark's LMP Bluetooth Keypad is now ready to mate with your Apple Wireless Keyboard If you've been pining over this one since December -- Wireless Keyboard cold, alone, lacking a dedicated numeric keypad -- prepare to stick something in your shopping cart. LMP has announced that its Bluetooth Keypad is now available. For $39.99 you get a device that clips on to your Keyboard and connects via Bluetooth, adding typical numberpad stuff plus an additional five function keys, though it can certainly work standalone too. We're told you don't even need a separate dongle or driver. Beautiful.

[Thanks, John P.]

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]]> applebluetooth keypadBluetoothKeypadcropmarkkeypadlmpnumeric keypadNumericKeypadwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Mon, 24 Jan 2011 17:51:00 -0500 21|19812564 <![CDATA[IOGEAR drops two new wireless keyboards, one with Bluetooth]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/12/iogear-drops-two-new-wireless-keyboards-one-with-bluetooth/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/12/iogear-drops-two-new-wireless-keyboards-one-with-bluetooth/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/12/iogear-drops-two-new-wireless-keyboards-one-with-bluetooth/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
IOGEAR has just revealed one wireless keyboard to rule them all, and it's aptly (albeit not creatively) named the Multi-Link Bluetooth Keyboard with Touchpad, or GKM611B for short. While the device's name is unwieldy, it does have quite a few slick features, particularly the ability to mate with six separate Bluetooth devices up to 30 feet away, customizable hotkeys, and a relatively svelte curb weight of 1.9 pounds. In the redheaded-stepchild department (though nothing against stepchildren, or redheads for that matter), the company also debuted the new 2.4GHz Wireless Compact Keyboard (aka GKM681R), which we feel safe to say got its moniker courtesy of a diminutive 10.25 x 4.4 x 1-inch profile. In spite of the bantam size, the 'board packs an optical trackball and 16 dedicated hotkeys. For those in the market for such things, the Bluetooth model goes on sale in late Q1 for $79.95, and the 2.4GHz offering will cost just $59.99, which is quite a bit cheaper than the ouftit's other compact keyboards.

Gallery: IOGEAR Bluetooth Keyboard GKM611B

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]]> accessorycesces 2011ces2011GKM611BGKM681RIOGEARkeyboardmedia controllerMediaControllerwireless keyboardwireless keyboard gkm611bwireless keyboard gkm681rWirelessKeyboardWirelessKeyboardGkm611bWirelessKeyboardGkm681r Wed, 12 Jan 2011 05:16:00 -0500 21|19795038 <![CDATA[Motorola accessorizes Xoom tablet with docks, cases and keyboards]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/05/motorola-accessorizes-xoom-tablet-with-docks-cases-and-keyboard/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/05/motorola-accessorizes-xoom-tablet-with-docks-cases-and-keyboard/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/05/motorola-accessorizes-xoom-tablet-with-docks-cases-and-keyboard/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
No tablet is complete without some accessories, and Motorola's just announced a bunch for its new Xoom tablet. Those include the Speaker HD dock that packs a pair of speakers for hands-free video chats and media viewing, the "Standard Dock" that doubles as stand while it charges the tablet, a new Bluetooth keyboard that'll also work with your phone and, last but not least, a portfolio case that's available in both leather and "durable" versions. No word on prices for any of them just yet, but we presume they'll be released alongside the tablet itself when it rolls out sometime in the first quarter of the year. Check them all out in the gallery below.

Gallery: Motorola Xoom accessories press images

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]]> accessoriesaccessorybluetooth keyboardBluetoothKeyboardcasecesces 2011ces2011keyboardmotorolamotorola wireless keyboardmotorola xoomMotorolaWirelessKeyboardMotorolaXoomportfolio casePortfolioCasespeaker dockSpeakerDockstandard dockStandardDocktabletwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboardxoom Wed, 05 Jan 2011 20:16:00 -0500 21|19789038 <![CDATA[IOGEAR rolls out two trackball-equipped HTPC keyboards]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/15/iogear-rolls-out-two-trackball-equipped-htpc-keyboards/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/15/iogear-rolls-out-two-trackball-equipped-htpc-keyboards/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/15/iogear-rolls-out-two-trackball-equipped-htpc-keyboards/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments If you've been spending an inordinate amount of time on the couch... well, that's not exactly something we'd happily admit to all. But that doesn't mean you actually have to get up and get moving. IOGEAR's making it even easier to access Netflix, the world wide web and your mum's Picasa account through your HTPC, all courtesy of a new pair of 2.4GHz wireless couch keyboards. The GKM571R is the smaller of the two (shown above), with a palm-sized design, backlit keys, a tiny optical trackball in the top-right corner and a svelte lid to cover things up when bedtime calls. The GKM571R is an oval shaped board that's closer to full size, with a row of dedicated media hotkeys and an even larger trackball for moving your cursor. You'll find 'em both available later this year, with the former going for $99.95 and the latter for $89.95. Good thing you won't even have to leave said sofa to order one.

Gallery: IOGEAR's GKM571R and GKM581R HTPC keyboards

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]]> accessoryGKM571RGKM581RhtpcIOGEARkeyboardmedia controllerMediaControllerperipheralwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Mon, 15 Nov 2010 05:07:00 -0500 21|19716350 <![CDATA[Logitech unveils wireless solar keyboard K750, does away with batteries for good]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/logitech-unveils-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-does-away-with-ba/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/logitech-unveils-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-does-away-with-ba/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/logitech-unveils-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-does-away-with-ba/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
When Logitech first introduced wireless peripherals, we'd be lucky if our alkaline cells lasted a week, but these days the firm's low-power mice can go months on a charge. Now, the company's taken the next logical step, and made a solar keyboard. With an ultra-slim 1/3-inch profile and a full slate of laptop-style chiclet keys, the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 isn't your average rack of buttons to begin with, but the ambient light solar panels installed on the top of either side should mean you'll never need to plug it in to recharge. That's not a claim we'll be able to test easily, of course, as the company tells us its low-power integrated circuits can theoretically run for three months even if you leave it in a dark desk drawer. It uses the same 2.4GHz Nano Unifying receiver as several other Logitech wireless products, too, meaning you'll only need a single one of your netbook or set-top-boxes' precious USB ports. That's often a concern on MacBooks as well, though you can see from the prominent Windows key this particular product doesn't quite have a Mac-friendly setup.

Though we're obviously far away from being able to tell you how the solar panels fare in normal use, we're typing up this article on one of the boards right now. So far, we're loving the flat, firm feel of the slab and rounded finger-friendly indents on each key, though the QWERTY layout's actually a little cramped for our tastes. We'll let you know how it holds up over the long haul. Find it next month for $80, though, if you're already sold.

Gallery: Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 unboxing and hands-on

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]]> ambient lightAmbientLighthands-onk750keyboardlogitechLogitech wireless solar keyboard k750LogitechWirelessSolarKeyboardK750solarsolar keyboardsolar powerSolarKeyboardSolarPowerwirelesswireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Sun, 31 Oct 2010 22:00:00 -0400 21|19696809 <![CDATA[Ality's backlit WeeBoard: yet another bantam RF HTPC keyboard]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/26/alitys-backlit-weeboard-yet-another-bantam-rf-htpc-keyboard/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/26/alitys-backlit-weeboard-yet-another-bantam-rf-htpc-keyboard/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/26/alitys-backlit-weeboard-yet-another-bantam-rf-htpc-keyboard/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Quite frankly, you've probably got more mini keyboard options than you need, but given that Ality decided to throw backlighting into its latest, we're giving it the edge over the other guys. The aptly named WeeBoard is an RF-based wireless keyboard that's designed for use on the couch, likely in conjunction with your HTPC. There's also an integrated optical trackpad for moving a mouse cursor, and there's even a row of customizable media shortcut keys for launching specific applications and actions quickly. It's expected to go on sale direct from Ality this December, with a retail price of $79.99 -- hang tight if you're looking for retail distribution partners.

Gallery: Ality WeeBoard RF wireless keyboard

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]]> accessoryAlitybacklitkeyboardmini keyboardMiniKeyboardperipheralrfweeboardwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Tue, 26 Oct 2010 06:14:00 -0400 21|19688154 <![CDATA[Logitech's Wireless Illuminated K800 keyboard boasts ambient light and proximity sensors, costs $100]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/18/logitechs-wireless-illuminated-k800-keyboard-boasts-ambient-lig/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/18/logitechs-wireless-illuminated-k800-keyboard-boasts-ambient-lig/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/18/logitechs-wireless-illuminated-k800-keyboard-boasts-ambient-lig/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments It wasn't too long ago that we were pondering the relative scarcity of backlit desktop keyboards, so let's all warmly welcome a new entrant into this niche category. The K800 from Logitech picks up where the wired Illuminated Keyboard left off: it has the requisite inflated price, adjustable and intelligent illumination to please functionalists, and a dagger-like profile for aesthetes. Ambient light sensors will align the keyboard's brightness to your environment, while proximity detectors will only flip the switch when your hands are in position to start writing. There's also a Micro USB cable to refresh your battery when it starts running low -- it's rated for up to 10 days of wireless use -- but whether this whole package of smart convenience is worth the $99.99 we'll leave up to you. The K800 should be shipping out later this month, and you can find out more about it in the press release after the break.

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]]> ambient light sensorAmbientLightSensorbacklightbacklitbacklit keyboardBacklitKeyboardilluminatedilluminated keyboardIlluminatedKeyboardIlluminationinputinput deviceInputDevicek800keyboardlightlight sensorLightSensorlogitechlogitech k800LogitechK800micro usbMicroUsbmotion sensorMotionSensorperipheralproximity sensorProximitySensorunifyingunifying receiverUnifyingReceiverwirelesswireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:05:00 -0400 21|19598078 <![CDATA[EFO iPazzPort Keyboard looks like a BlackBerry, calls your HTPC instead of your boss]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/08/efo-ipazzport-keyboard-looks-like-a-blackberry-calls-your-htpc/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/08/efo-ipazzport-keyboard-looks-like-a-blackberry-calls-your-htpc/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/08/efo-ipazzport-keyboard-looks-like-a-blackberry-calls-your-htpc/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments EFO iPazzport Keyboard looks like a BlackBerry, calls your HTPC not your boss In the world of the HTPC, the quest for the least inconvenient means of controlling on-screen action continues. We had a winner with the Rii Mini wireless keyboard in March, but the familiar aesthetics of this EFO iPazzPort keyboard make us want to have one lying about our coffee table. This is the newly redesigned third generation model, a big step forward from the first gen and, from the second revision, adds on function keys that can be used during bootup (for the "Hit F1 to enter BIOS" types), dedicated keys for playing and pausing and whatnot, and a laser pointer -- crucial for indicating the fatally arcing trajectories of contestants on Wipeout. All that's in addition to the already present QWERTY keyboard resting just below a functional touchpad. The cost? $45. Watching your friends try to make a call from your keyboard? Priceless.

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]]> efoefo ipazzportEfoIpazzporthtpcipazzportkeyboardlaserlaser pointerLaserPointerrfwireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Sun, 08 Aug 2010 18:57:00 -0400 21|19583635 <![CDATA[Logitech's G700 mouse and G930 headset cut the cords, G510 chops price tag of primo keyboard parts]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/05/logitechs-g700-mouse-and-g930-headset-cut-the-cords-g510-chops/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/05/logitechs-g700-mouse-and-g930-headset-cut-the-cords-g510-chops/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/05/logitechs-g700-mouse-and-g930-headset-cut-the-cords-g510-chops/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments If you've already got a headset, mouse or keyboard, here's hoping they suit you just fine, because if they don't you'll be tempted to blow oodles of money on Logitech's latest gaming peripheral lineup. Today, the company revealed (and is launching) the G510 keyboard, the G930 headset and G700 mouse, and while the first is merely an amalgamation of solid peripherals that have come before (customizable RGB backlighting, USB audio, 18 programmable buttons, the whole nine yards) the latter two are premium wireless products. That's right, Logitech finally has an answer to Razer's Mamba and Microsoft's Sidewinder X8 with its own 2.4GHz, 1000 report-per-second hybrid wireless mouse (with thirteen programmable buttons on tap) and they've ripped the wires right out of the G35 surround sound headset to stuff a play n' charge battery and two 2.4GHz antennas on board. They'll run you a pretty penny, of course, at $160 for the headset, $120 for the keyboard and $100 for the mouse, but you'll find out if two of the three are worth your while later today when we publish our full review. We'll let you guess which two. Press release after the break.

Update: Logitech's got a breakneck video rundown of all the hot new G-series features; spot it right after the break. All three products are also on Logitech's website now, though the headset and keyboard are labeled "out of stock."

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]]> G510G700G930gaminggaming headsetgaming keyboardgaming micegaming mouseGamingHeadsetGamingKeyboardGamingMiceGamingMouseheadsetkeyboardLogitechLogitech G510Logitech G700Logitech G930LogitechG510LogitechG700LogitechG930micemousevideowirelesswireless keyboardwireless mouseWirelessKeyboardWirelessMouse Thu, 05 Aug 2010 02:20:00 -0400 21|19581716 <![CDATA[Wireless presentation controllers prove juicy targets for hackers]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/06/wireless-presentation-controllers-prove-juicy-targets-for-hacker/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/06/wireless-presentation-controllers-prove-juicy-targets-for-hacker/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/06/wireless-presentation-controllers-prove-juicy-targets-for-hacker/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Wireless presentation controllers prove juicy targets for hackers Wireless presentation controllers have changed corporate life forever. Instead of businessmen and women staying tethered to their keyboards while delivering boring PowerPoint presentations, they can wander about the room, gesticulating authoritatively with an ego-boosting gadget in-hand... while delivering that same boring presentation. Now a security researcher by the name of Nields Teusink is showing that those wild gesticulations open the door to crazy hacks, with most wireless presenters being recognized as full keyboards -- some even as keyboards and mice. With no encryption provided it's a (reasonably) simple task for an attacker to replicate the signal, escape the presentation, and completely compromise the machine. Teusink uses an Arduino board for his work here, impressing us while sending a chill into the hearts of slide gurus everywhere.

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]]> arduinohackhackedhackerNields TeusinkNieldsTeusinksecuritywirelesswireless keyboardwireless mousewireless presenterWirelessKeyboardWirelessMouseWirelessPresenter Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:38:00 -0400 21|19541962 <![CDATA[Dell Streak gets cozy with Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, suddenly looks small (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/21/dell-streak-gets-cozy-with-bluetooth-keyboard-and-mouse-suddenl/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/21/dell-streak-gets-cozy-with-bluetooth-keyboard-and-mouse-suddenl/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/21/dell-streak-gets-cozy-with-bluetooth-keyboard-and-mouse-suddenl/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Look what we have here? The Dell Streak sure keeps bringing us more and more surprises -- unlike most Android devices that lack the Bluetooth HID profile, here it is paired up with our wireless keyboard and mouse (Apple's Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse, specifically) without any driver hacks. Streak Smart, who made this discovery, had the same experience as us with its iGo Stowaway keyboard and an unknown mouse -- typing was as smooth as cutting butter with a hot knife, but the mouse couldn't do much due to the lack of pointer and scrolling support. If you insist, the forthcoming Nokia N8 is confirmed to support both devices natively, but it shouldn't be long before we see a mouse hack for the green bot. Hands-on video after the break, and do also head over to the source link if you need more convincing.

P.S. -- Since commenter dudeville was asking, here's how to pair the Apple keyboard with the Streak: type a four-digit PIN on the phone when prompted, then type the same number on the keyboard and press the enter key. Good luck!

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]]> androidbluetoothbluetooth keyboardbluetooth mouseBluetoothKeyboardBluetoothMousedelldell streakDellStreakhands-onkeyboardmobile phoneMobilePhonemousephonesmartphonestreakvideowireless keyboardwireless mouseWirelessKeyboardWirelessMouse Mon, 21 Jun 2010 20:38:00 -0400 21|19525274 <![CDATA[Lenovo IdeaCentre A300 and Multimedia Keyboard review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/20/lenovo-ideacentre-a300-and-multimedia-keyboard-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/20/lenovo-ideacentre-a300-and-multimedia-keyboard-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/20/lenovo-ideacentre-a300-and-multimedia-keyboard-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Lenovo seems to have developed a clear two-pronged strategy: for business, it leans on the knowhow and tradition it purchased from IBM with the demure Think line, and for the consumer end, it's developed its own, oftentimes flamboyant, Idea range of computers. Prime example of the latter is the IdeaCentre A300, which features an edge-to-edge glass screen, chrome accenting aplenty, and an unhealthily thin profile. As such, it's one of the more unashamed grabs for the hearts and minds of desktop aesthetes, so we had to bring it in for a test drive and see what we could see. Lenovo also sent us one of its diminutive Multimedia Keyboard remotes to have a play around with. Follow the break for our review of both.

Gallery: Lenovo IdeaCentre A300 review

Gallery: Lenovo Multimedia Keyboard review

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]]> a300aioall-in-onecard readerCardReaderdesktopfirewirehdmiideacentreideacentre a300IdeacentreA300keyboardlenovolenovo ideacentrelenovo ideacentre a300lenovo multimedia keyboardLenovoIdeacentreLenovoIdeacentreA300LenovoMultimediaKeyboardmulticard readerMulticardReadermultimedia keyboardMultimedia Remote with KeyboardMultimediaKeyboardMultimediaRemoteWithKeyboardnettopremoteremote keyboardRemoteKeyboardreviewvideowireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Sun, 20 Jun 2010 17:01:00 -0400 21|19523234 <![CDATA[Rock Band 3's gear priced: keytar and Pro guitar sport MIDI out, adapter lets you use any keyboard / electronic drum set]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/11/rock-band-3s-gear-priced-keytar-and-pro-guitar-sport-midi-out/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/11/rock-band-3s-gear-priced-keytar-and-pro-guitar-sport-midi-out/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/11/rock-band-3s-gear-priced-keytar-and-pro-guitar-sport-midi-out/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Has your head cooled from all that rock news this morning? Nope? Well, we'd hate to rile you up again, but Mad Catz -- now the official provider of all Rock Band 3 equipment -- has priced its latest arsenal for the upcoming rhythm revival title. There's also a few new details on each instrument, so without further ado:
  • Wireless Keyboard: That MIDI port many of you spotted is for output, letting you plug the two-octave (C3 to C5) velocity-sensitive keytar directly into MIDI sequencers for non-gaming use. It'll set you back $80, with an optional stand to be sold separately (no price given) alongside the game's launch. Buying the keyboard / game bundle will be $130, or about $10 off individual purchases. Oh, and if you want to feel a bit more techno, this puppy can be used as the guitar / bass input.
  • MIDI PRO-Adapter: Want to use your own keyboard or electronic drum set? Here's the mediator you need, from MIDI to USB to console, and it sports the D-pad and other necessary gamepad buttons as well as velocity sensitivity adjustment controls. Asking price is $40.
  • Pro Cymbals Expansion kit: three cymbals, apparently rejiggered from RB2's offerings for quieter play and a pre-defined 10 degree angle. It's $40 for this hi-hat, crash, and ride pack.
  • Wireless Fender Mustang Pro Guitar Controller: Not the Squier hybrid we saw, this one actually sports a multitude of buttons for each string, spanning 17 frets (102 buttons in all). Actual strings are used for the plucking and strumming, and here's something interesting -- the axe has a MIDI output for software sequencers. This behemoth is $150, or approximately 1.5 Benjamins in your local currency.
Pictures of each instrument -- and the yet-to-be-priced Squier -- in the gallery below, as well as a few screen caps of Pro mode so you can get an idea how exactly it'll "correct you" on proper Bohemian Rhapsody finger picking.

Gallery: Rock Band 3 hardware and screenshots

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]]> cymbalsdrumse3e3 2010E32010eaelectronic artselectronic drumsElectronicArtsElectronicDrumsfenderfender mustangfender mustang proFenderMustangFenderMustangProguitarguitar controllerGuitarControllerharmonixkey boardkey tarKeyBoardkeyboard controllerKeyboardControllerKeyTarmad catzMadCatzmidimidi inmidi outmidi pro adaptermidi pro-adapterMidiInMidiOutMidiPro-adapterMidiProAdaptermusicmustangpro adapterpro guitarpro guitar controllerpro-adapterProAdapterProGuitarProGuitarControllerrb 3Rb3rhythmrhythm gameRhythmGamerock bandrock band 3RockBandRockBand3wireless keyboardWirelessKeyboard Fri, 11 Jun 2010 22:41:00 -0400 21|19513544