SlashGear JP
Unusually-shaped peripherals are always good to see, and this wireless combo trackpad and mini QWERTY thumbboard looks to be a nifty addition to an HTPC setup. Boasting a roughly 30ft range using the included 2.4GHz wireless USB dongle, you get both mousing control with a 2.8-inch trackpad and text-entry with a backlit keyboard.
Video demo after the cut
Unfortunately it doesn’t look as though the trackpad is multitouch-capable, but perhaps that’s just too much to ask from a single device. Overall it measures 126 x 83 x 9 mm and tips the scales at 66g; a rechargeable battery means you won’t be reaching for expensive button cells every few weeks.
As well as HTPC duties the controller might be quite handy for presentations or navigating any server that’s hidden away in a cupboard. The USB Wireless Trackpad and Keyboard is available now, priced at $62.
[via technabob]
3 Responses to “Mini QWERTY controller with trackpad is ideal wireless addition to your HTPC”
Brad November 24, 2009
This keyboard is great and I bought it months ago. Moreover, another site (EFO) launched it half years ago. Moreover, EFO sells it much cheaper, just US$ 45 including shipping fee.
http://efo.buy-lowest.com
-1htpcguru November 25, 2009
Bought this product recently and the old saying of you get what you pay for holds true here. Its cheap, feels cheap, touchpad is not very responsive. Keypad feels cheap and only works some of the time. I would rather spend more and get something of better quality.
NeutralPeterC November 25, 2009
Though a bit higher priced. I would love to own the wireless GlideTV Navigator. From the reviews I have read about it, the touchpad on this thing rocks.
http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2.....navigator/
Neutral