Computer keyboards are peripherals partially modeled after the typewriter and designed both for the input of text and characters and also to control the operation of a computer. Keyboards can arrive in many shapes or sizes and are a very important part of the daily use at the our home or office. Moreover, the evolution of computers is incomplete without the evolution of its accessories. In recent years, we have seen that keyboards have evolved from old and bulky to new wireless or small keyboards that have become so popular. What follows is a list of 14 cool computer keyboards which are currently available in the market and every geek will long for.
1. myKey0 Keyboard
You may have a limited desk space for your organizer or your computer keyboard, and it is many times difficult to keep all your things organized on your desk. The myKeyO can be a big help as this computer keyboard is also a productive organizer if you open it up. You can store all your CDs in the cases, desk accessories, and much more in the storage compartment located underneath the keyboard itself. Besides that, the myKeyO keyboard also features backlit keys, a scroll wheel, volume control, and an integrated palm rest area.
If you love this cool computer keyboard, you can buy it for $34.95 for a wired model and a wireless version for $49.95.
2. Glider Mouse Keyboard
It may be difficult for many of us to operate this computer mouse, which is attached to the bottom of a keyboard. Sporting a central mousing surface, left/right wrist pads, and a sure-to-be-misplaced ‘glider’ that bears a striking resemblance to an air hockey striker, this keyboard is definitely weird but good looking nonetheless.
3. Customizable Keyboard
We have been trained to use the QWERTY keyboard for a while and most of us have lived with that without questioning the reasoning behind sticking with QWERTY keyboards, instead of simply trying out ACDIE keyboards.
Well, now there is a solution for those who don’t like the QWERTY keyboard layout and want their own version. This is a customizable computer keyboard which is called DX1 System. It used for gaming, software, photoshop, and preferences are fully customized for each button.
There is plenty of fun with the DX1 System, and you have to figure out your own way for a truly customized Keyboard.
4. DataHand Keyboard
This product is aimed for people who feel pain in their hands from typing with a traditional keyboard. Although it may help ease your pain, it still looks like a very strange keyboard many would be affraid to even put their hands on.
5. Orbitouch Keyboard
This keyboard could be a leftover from Area 51, or a prop from the set of any science fiction movie. Wonder how it works? Here’s what the manufacturer had to say: “The orbiTouch creates a keystroke when you slide the two domes into one of their eight respective positions. You type the different characters by sliding the domes to create letters and numbers. The orbiTouch also has an integrated mouse, so moving the domes gives you full mouse and keyboard capability!”
The target group for this keyboard is of course people who have limited or no motion in their fingers or hands. I can see that this one can aid many who may not even necessarily have difficulties, but its looks may be too odd for some.
6. Twiddler 2 Keyboard
The Twiddler2 is a pocket-sized mouse pointer plus a full-function keyboard in a single unit which fits neatly in either your right or left hand. The Twiddler2 plugs into PS/2 ports (USB port with the PS/2 to USB Adapter).
Combining major innovations in pointer and keyboard technology, the twiddler is a small computer keyboard designed to bring renewed enjoyment to current computer users and attract newcomers to the world of personal computing.
7. The FrogPad
The FrogPad™ mobile keypad with its innovative 20 full-size key layout is optimized around the most frequently used characters. It sets a new standard in information access with superior portability and ergonomics, global adaptability, rapid learning and ease of use. It’s unique patented keystroke algorithms enable it to be used in either right or left-hand mode and with any international language setting.
8. Virtual Laser Keyboard
About the size of a small cellular phone (90 x 34 x 24 mm), the VKB enables users to type texts or e-mails as easily done with an ordinary keyboard. Imagine how easy it would be if you had a proper mobile phone, Mac Laptop, Smart Phone, Blackberry (even the new 8100, 8300, 8800), keyboard that fits right in your pocket…
As you set it at your preferred area, it shines the keyboard layout for you to have within reach. Your desk will then become your typing pad.
9. SafeType Ergonomics Keyboard
If you’re seeking an ergonomic keyboard that offers something more than the standard split keyboard, then the SafeType may be the correct fit. It’s comfortable and can also be an interesting challenge.
However, if you do not have a lot of patience, for learning to type in a new manner can be frustrating, then your best bet is to stay flat and stick with a keyboard that’s a little more “common”.
10. Maltron 3D Ergonomics Keyboard
The fully ergonomic Maltron 3D fits the shape of your hands and the different lengths of fingers to reduce movement and tension. Split design eliminates wrist twist and allows a central number cluster which can be used by either right or left hand preference.
11. Wrist Keyboard
Completely sealed, this small computer keyboard can operate in the rain and other harsh environments. A curved back provides a secure and comfortable placement on the wrist, and the keyboard layout is optimized to provide alphanumeric entry. Furthermore, carefully positioned arrow keys grant easy access to menu-oriented tasks.
The Wrist PC keyboard comes with an optional wrist strap to provide the capability of attaching it to your wrist without it being misplaced.
12. Roll Up Keyboard
These keyboards feature 104 keys in a standard QWERTY layout, but with a nifty twist of being the most portable keyboard seen to date; simply roll the unit up when you’re done with it!
A great tool for laptop users who miss their full-sized Keyboard when on the road, or LAN party warriors looking to lighten their load.
13. ZX Spectrum
The ZX Spectrum is a home computer released in the United Kingdom in 1982 by Sinclair Research Ltd. Originally dubbed the ZX81 Colour and ZX82, the machine was later renamed the ZX Spectrum by Sinclair to highlight the machine’s colour display, compared to the black-and-white of its predecessor, the Sinclair ZX81. It is affectionately known as the Speccy by some of its fans.
14. Bra Keyboard
Someone has invented a new innovative computer keyboard that you can actually wear! This bra keyboard has 85 keys and measures at 350mm wide and 135mm long. It has USB connection, so that you can plug-and-play the bra computer keyboard at all computers. Do you mind using this computer keyboard if a lady like in the picture is wearing it?
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August 12th, 2008 at 8:34 pm
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August 12th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
Images??
August 12th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
Hi Dan, thank you for the heads up.:)
We apologize about the images mishap, it’s back on now.
August 12th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
MAC is not an abbreviation and should be spelled as Mac. Just an annoyance of mine. Thanks.
August 12th, 2008 at 10:58 pm
Actually “Mac” is an abbreviation of Macintosh, whereas MAC is an acronym. I presume that’s what you meant…
August 12th, 2008 at 11:02 pm
haha.. yup, i stand corrected. doesn’t change the fact that it isnt supposed to be capped.
August 12th, 2008 at 11:57 pm
To bad you didn’t include the GoldTouch… which is my keyboard of choice for many reasons
August 13th, 2008 at 12:07 am
These are fantastic keyboards, Uzair.
I am desperately in need of a new keyboard as mine is well passed its sell by date.
These keyboards all look so stylish!
August 13th, 2008 at 12:32 am
14 tipos de teclados para Geeks…
Teclados hay muchos y de muchas maneras, son habitualmente utilizados en cualquier sitio desde que existen los PCs. Sin embargo, estos periféricos no son ajenos a la evolución de la informática. Lo que os mostramos a continuación son 14 tipos difer…
August 13th, 2008 at 12:56 am
I need a keyboard that cleans Cheetos-fingers as you type.
August 13th, 2008 at 12:57 am
Give me an IBM Type M anyday of the week…
August 13th, 2008 at 12:59 am
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August 13th, 2008 at 1:11 am
Dude I love the roll up keyboard. I have used them before and they ROCK! I would love to try that lazer keyboard. Very futuristic!
JT
http://www.Ultimate-Anonymity.com
August 13th, 2008 at 1:39 am
Nice round up. Especially love the Speccy! One missing though…where’s the Optimus?Surely the ultimate geek keyboard?
August 13th, 2008 at 1:49 am
roll up keyboard ftw!
August 13th, 2008 at 2:05 am
Thanks for not posting the stupid ass Optimus keyboard.
August 13th, 2008 at 2:07 am
is it me or does that frog keyboard have 27 letters, last time i checked there were only 26
August 13th, 2008 at 2:10 am
ah it has 2 X keys… why?
August 13th, 2008 at 2:42 am
The Spectrum is a complete computer, not just a keyboard.
August 13th, 2008 at 3:00 am
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August 13th, 2008 at 3:03 am
Dude, where’s the Optimus Maximus?
August 13th, 2008 at 4:02 am
“With a good Model M, you can beat a luser to death and then sit down and write his obituary.”
(Julian Macassey)
August 13th, 2008 at 4:20 am
Awesome collection of Keyboard. Really like the myKeyo Keyboard which has a storage for my stationary.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:06 am
Beautiful list!
August 13th, 2008 at 5:07 am
I do not understand why all these ‘reviews’ act as if no one ACTUALLY lives with a disability!
These devices are not ‘weird’ and ’strange’- they are tools that can make the difference for MANY people!
Perhaps even you one day!
A little awareness please.
August 13th, 2008 at 7:08 am
What!? No Ant Farm Keyboard?
August 13th, 2008 at 7:43 am
You can’t leave this keyboard out… for rich geeks I guess.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/input/9836/
August 13th, 2008 at 8:52 am
Hi Everyone, thank you for your comments and interest.
@argh & Marc C: Changed the MAC to Mac, thanks for the correction.
@Chris: We couldn’t include everything, but thank you for sharing the GoldTouch with the rest of us.
@Mike, Fufu & Jhzet: The Optimus has gotten so much press, just thought people wouldn’t want to read about it one additional time.
@Mark:
@Wardo221: there are two options for “X”
August 13th, 2008 at 10:48 am
Very nice list.
I have an working ZX Spectrum (but not the model you list in 13 - mine is a ZX Spectrum +2A) and use at home a 12.
On my short list was the 8, but I buyed this one (http://files.anycom.com/images/products/products/cc3250_product_02.jpg) because I needed I can use over my back packet.
But in your list, I found one that got to my “buy soon” list… 11 - the wrist keyboard. Need to try it!
August 13th, 2008 at 7:33 pm
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August 13th, 2008 at 8:05 pm
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August 14th, 2008 at 7:00 am
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August 14th, 2008 at 3:16 pm
Eh….thumbs down for not including optimus maximus.
August 14th, 2008 at 9:48 pm
I got the Bra keyboard and that girl was so hot I jizzed on my keyboard. Does she come with the keyboard. I’ll take two.
August 15th, 2008 at 5:07 am
@Miles: Sorry, We couldn’t include it
@Need a self cleaning Keyboard now: You may be disappointed to know that the girl has already been taken with the first keyboard.
August 15th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
Ok, three posts about the Optimus (plus an answer)
What about the Das Keyboard?
August 16th, 2008 at 10:14 am
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August 16th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
I *like* the first one. I also have crap that I have no place to store that’s handy. Btw, after having trouble sourcing this one, I discovered it’s “myKeyO Keyboard” not “myKey0 Keyboard as copied above”. It’s a capitalized letter ‘o’ not, a zero.
August 17th, 2008 at 3:32 am
@Jason Wallwork: Thanks for pointing it out. I will be fixed. The myKeyO is especially useful for people have a lot of Wire’s, USB stuff.
I I had one, I would use it to store Apple Cable, Memory Card reader, USB cup warmer that I rarely use, Nokia’s Data Cable and the like stuff.
August 18th, 2008 at 6:31 am
I want that first keyboard. That is really cool.
August 19th, 2008 at 12:25 am
I’m AFFRAID!!!!
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