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Microsoft may be preparing LED Screen Keyboard

A few years back there was news of a fancy keyboard that had configurable keys using OLED display screens that were built into each and every key. Those keyboards were designed by a Russian design studio called Art Lebedev and the keyboard dubbed ‘Optimus Maximus’ would have a great hit were it not for the ridiculous price tag of $2068.

Now however, Microsoft has filed for a patent that could offer similar functions for a lot less money. The company’s “interactive keyboard with a viewable display” was submitted as a patent 2 years ago in September. The patent was then published this year on the 22nd of March. The patent came along with a second supporting patent which would offer the option of “multiple different key arrangements”.
The difference between this prospective device and the ‘Optimus Maximus’ is that the Microsoft version uses just one screen which will be below the partially transparent keyboard. This however, poses another problem in the viewing angle of the keys since they will be placed underneath the mechanical buttons, we can only assume that in order to have a clear view of what button you are pressing, you would have to look directly at it from the top. On the contrary, if Microsoft already does have a solution for that particular problem, this amazing device might be just what we need to tide us over until latency issues for haptic touch screen keyboards have been resolved.
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A few years back there was news of a fancy had configurable keys with OLED Keyboard screens that were built into every key. These keyboards were designed by a Russian design studio called Art Lebedev and the keyboard called ' Optimus Maximus ' would have a big hit were it not for the ridiculous price tag of $ 2068.

However, now, Microsoft has filed for a patent that could offer similar functions for much less money. Of the company "interactive keyboard with a viewable display" was 2 years ago as a patent filed in September. The patent was subsequently published this year on the 22nd March. The patent came along with a second supporting patent that the option of "several other important schemes would offer".

The difference between this future device and the ' Optimus Maximus ' is that the Microsoft version uses only one screen which will be under the partially transparent keyboard. However, this poses another problem in the viewing angle of the keys because they will be filed under the mechanical buttons, we can only assume that in order to have a clear view of what are you pressing button, you would have to look at it directly from the top. On the contrary, if Microsoft already have a solution to this problem, maybe we should be just what this amazing device tide us over until latency problems for haptic touch screen keyboards are resolved.

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The days of plain keyboard and hopefully coming to an end dull. With new innovative ideas like the Optimus keyboard by Artemy Lebedev nearly everyone will benefit computer users from the new design. The only drop in the cost of new Optimus Keyboard. Currently, the keyboard is still technically a prototype and the cost is around U.S. $ 200 to produce the keyboard. The good news is that the keyboard is slated to go into mass production next year and started in the summer of 2006, which will allow the value of technology "new" place. Organic Light Emitting Diodes still-higher price, but I want to pay extra money for being able to create my own keyboard icons. Change the icons on your keyboard can be changed on your desktop This means that the ESC key can look like whatever you want. The other good news is that the keyboard is an independent operating system with open source keyboard (SDK will be available). Final will leave you with a close-up of the buttons and icons in color.

We usually do not write articles about future products, but after coming across the Optimus Keyboard we thought deserved a first-look. At first glance the QWERTY keyboard looks like a normal keyboard, but do not let the looks fool you. This is basically a keyboard for the first time a cross made ​​with organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) on each key. Never heard of OLEDs; will have the opportunity to hear the word most frequently, since it is brighter and more colorful than both LCD and Plasma screens, plus they do not require power-draining backlight. A let's take a look at how the new keyboard in the lives of millions.

The keyboard claimed a revolution

None of these devices will be cheaper than retailers are selling them as Lebedev price of 1,290 $ for the Optimus popularis start the $ 600 Optimus Aux, and $ 450 for the Optimus mini However, if you are a professional in the works are This unique by editing keys can be invaluable for you. We see more people on the aux-six full-and mini-keyboard, do not just because of cost but also because the keyboard can tap the square, clear plastic buttons a bit uncomfortable.
But for those who need to cut the end of the productivity tools, their ultimate health and the cost of these devices with a drop in the bucket: Optimus line offers a truly unique and powerful productivity tool for the infinite possibilities of the media specialist in software for editing, or even the media kiosks.
Consumers who want a glimpse of this technology, please visit Razer Knights of the Old Republic notebook keyboard and the edge of which had led to 10 keys.