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Sandberg intros wireless keyboard / touchpad combo for HTPCs
Wireless keyboards with built-in pointing devices are usually pretty ugly, and Sandberg's new HTPC-oriented keyboard is no exception: sure, the dedicated Media Center Keys and 32-foot range are nice, but that two-tone color scheme is straight out of 1987. Plus, check the placement of the Media Center button -- yeah, that'll never get accidentally pressed. On the plus side, it's just £49 ($97), so you'll have plenty of scratch left over for fiber-optic lights and white shag rugs.[Via Bios]
Universal's dual-use KP-900 wireless keypad / remote gets official
Remember that intriguing KP-900 that came our way courtesy of the FCC late last month? Turns out, this creature is getting all official on us today, with Universal proudly proclaiming that its newest IR / RF dual-use remote will be debuting at the Electronic House Expo in Orlando next month. The multifaceted gizmo is made to be retrofitted into any home that could use a wall-mounted home automation controller and a sophisticated home theater remote, and it should be hitting authorized dealer locations next month for $599. Not bad, not bad at all. [Via Widescreen Review]
New Apple Wireless Keyboard unboxed (and shipping)
Tonight is the night of new Apple product unboxing! First we had the iPod Touch unboxing and now we have Flickr user MischievousOne's pictures of her brand new Apple Wireless Keyboard (which, it would seem, is finally shipping though the one I ordered hasn't shipped yet) here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.I asked MischievousOne how she liked the new keyboard and she said, 'I also love the feel of the keys. I've got a black MacBook and I love typing on it. This is very similar to that, if not exactly the same. So far, I like it a lot.' Sounds about right to me. Any of you received your new wireless keyboard yet?
Skydigital unveils wireless input peripherals, presentation remote
Korea-based Skydigital is hoping to catch a few eyes with its trifecta of stylish new wireless gear, which includes the X902 keyboard, m3 portable mouse, and Presenter 2.4G remote. The keyboard was reportedly designed to play well with HTPCs that needed a device with a built-in mouse and a slew of function keys, while the wee m3 arrives in black or green motifs and holds the wireless receiver within its shell. The Presenter 2.4G boasts a mouse and laser pointer, slideshow controls, and even a volume switch to control the background noise from afar. Mum's the word in regard to pricing, but feel free to check out the other devices after the break.
Apple's new wireless keyboard hits the FCC
Well somebody's on the ball today. Not even two hours after the announcement of Apple's new Bluetooth 2.0 wireless keyboard and the FCC's got it all approved to send 2.4GHz waves through your brain and the brains of your children. Unfortunately, they only got a pic of the keyboard's backside. That gold coloring? Our guess is the FCC's camera caught the colors wrong, but who knows, Apple could be bribing 'em with gold-plated peripherals to speed up that approval process.
Kensington launches Ci Lifestyle Collection of input peripherals
Just months after Philips went nuts and introduced a plethora of new input peripherals, Kensington is pulling a similar move by launching its colorful Ci Lifestyle Collection of wireless mice and keyboards. Each device was designed to be as thin as comfortably possible, sport advanced power saving abilities, and easily fit into the road warrior's bag of choice. Kicking things off is the $34.99 Ci70 wireless mouse, which comes in around 35-percent slimmer than common competitors and touts an automatic sleep mode to save those batteries. The $39.99 Ci70LE simply adds a dash of colorful (and bubbly) design, while the $34.99 Ci75m gets even smaller for the mobile crowd. The $39.99 Ci85m sports a QuickStart feature that powers the mouse up as soon as the PC turns on, and opts for an ExpressCard receiver instead of the USB dongle that its less expensive siblings rely on. For those looking for a keyboard / mouse combination, the Ci70 Wireless Desktop Set throws a Ci70 and a low-profile keyboard together in a convenient $79.99 package, and those who've already warmed to the cutesy allure will be delighted to know that all of the aforementioned devices are currently available for pre-ordering.
Philips doles out new mice and keyboards
In typical Philips fashion, the firm has yet again chosen to unleash a barrage of new gear simultaneously, and this time around its the mice and keyboard lineups getting a few new siblings. Starting us off is the SPM8713 1,600 DPI laser mouse, which was designed on the small side to cater to laptop users, and the "soft silicon cushions" purportedly keep that cramped hand a bit more comfortable. The SPM7711 borrows most of the same features as the aforementioned critter, but markets itself to the desktop user while maintaining the "one-year battery life." The SPM4701 boasts a sleek, black design and internal LED optics, while the unfortunate SPM4700 gets a tail and sports "just" 1,000 DPI. Closing up the rear is the SPT5701, which matches the SPM4701 with a dashing keyboard that touts "drainage holes that can resist some accidental spillage." Unfortunately, we've no idea how much these new input peripherals will run you, but be on the lookout for a May launch in the US and Asia.[Via EverythingUSB]
Logitech's Cordless Desktop S 530 Laser for Mac
Don't worry, Mac fans, Logitech hasn't forgotten about you -- you're just not as important as the rest of your friends who use a Windows box. In fact, just to show you Apple diehards a little extra love, the company has released a version of the Cordless Desktop S 510 that features all your favorite Mac-specific keys and application shortcuts, and manages to one-up the Windows model by swapping out the optical mouse for a laser one. Other than an improved pointing device, though, the Cordless Desktop S 530 Laser for Mac rocks the same basic feature set as the S 510 -- media controls, slim/ergonomic design, and both desktop and laptop USB transmitters -- except you don't get the option of paying an extra twenty bucks to step up to a model with a bundled remote. Instead, that twenty will go towards the high-precision laser inside the mouse, because the Mac set costs the same $100 as the remote-sporting, but laser-less, Windows package.[Via InputReview]
Microsoft releases Mac specific wireless laser desktop
That's right folks, our good friends in Redmond have produced their first keyboard ever without a Windows key. Instead you'll find command, control, and option buttons on this new wireless set from Microsoft made specifically for the Mac. It also features hot keys that are programed to open iTunes and iPhoto (amongst other programs). The mouse features a zoom slider and 4 way scrolling.The Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac will be available this summer for $99.99.[via MacMerc]
Mac mini "bundles" at Costco
ifoAppleStore is pointing out a pretty good deal discovered at Costco. A Mac mini, wireless keyboard and mouse and Apple Care plan are all bundled together in one big, plastic package for $699US. Compare that to $847US for a similarly equipped, low-end mini (we don't know the stats of the mini in the package. Has anyone seen one of these?). We suggest you get in your car right now and drive to Costco!
