Targus To Sell ThumbPad
Targus will soon be offering a version of the ThumbPad, a small clip-on keyboard for the Palm V series that lets the user type with their thumbs. It will begin shipping at the end of this month, though the company is taking pre-orders now. It will cost $40.
Targus also said that this fall it will be announcing versions for other Palm series, the Sony Clié, the Visor, and more.
The ThumbPad clips directly onto the bottom of the Palm V's serial port, eliminating the need for an external stand or flat surface. It is 3.9 by 2.8 by 0.5 inches and weighs 1.4 oz. It runs off power from the handheld.
This is a rebranded version of a keyboard made by Acer Communications, who is selling it as the Accufeel G300, also for $40 after a $10 rebate.
In addition to offering this keyboard in its webstore, Targus intends to sell it at Amazon, PalmGear, and major electronics retail stores.
John Sargent, Vice President of Communications at Targus, said "The ThumbPad is geared towards users looking for a quick and efficient way to create text messages and short notes. We're excited to bring the new ThumbPad keyboard to market and provide the growing number of handheld users with easy data entry in a small, convenient package.''
Related Information:
- Gadgeteer: Accufeel G300 Review
- PIC: Acer Developing Two Mobile Keyboards
- PIC: ClipKee Adds Scroll Wheel to Clip-On Keyboard
- PIC: Mini-Keyboards Coming from Seiko
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Just a bit of wishin'....
RE: Wish Fulfillment
Usefulness?
RE: Usefulness?
I use graffiti most of time when traveling. I would expect my speed and accuracy would be much higher using graffiti then a Thumbpad.
When I am in the office or at home I generally use my PPK. A folded PPK isn't that much larger to carry.
RE: Usefulness?
RE: Usefulness?
RE: Usefulness?
It's kind of sad for me, 'cause I see how under-utilized their handhelds are, while I find mine indispensable. Maybe a small, simple keypad will appeal to them, and help them get into a higher rate of usage with the devices.
RE: Usefulness?
Fitaly / RE: Usefulness?
This keyboard just adds to the bulk while tools like FitalyStamp keeps the compact size of the device.
So I am happy now with FitalyStamp on the run and the Thinkoutside Keyb for "desk type jobs".
RE: Usefulness?
I have the PPK for my Palm VIIx and have been considering getting one for my Clie (though it kind of irks me to have to pay another $99 for the same product; wish I could create an adapter). But the smaller form factor of the ThumbPad makes it more appealing, especially since I wouldn't always need a flat surface to use the keyboard on; I could just connect it and type away. Much handier, IMO. Of course, for other occasions, the folding keyboard is more appropriate. But if you're on the go, or can't really sit down and create the ideal set up in which to use the PPK, I feel this thumb keyboard would do the trick. Its mobility approaches that of a Blackberry or a two-way pager like the Talkabout.
I can't wait for one for the Clie to come out!
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