IT Professionals

Just A Keyboard?

Posted by on Jan 16, 2009 | 4 Comments

What is with people and their crazy keyboard needs these days? Not to say that I am not very particular as I have grown to a point that on a desktop, I am only using i-rocks keyboards due to their layout and overall feel. But at what point do we draw the line?

A Klingon keyboard… seriously? I mean I can see the argument that Klingons need a usable keyboard just like the rest of us, but being they are not real, this seems rather silly to argue it any further. No, I am all for the Optimus Maximus keyboard as at least it provides a clear function for its user. But it does seem like these days, anything goes with regard to crazy keyboard designs.

So how about you? See any long term value or purpose in buying specialty keyboards? Perhaps they are able to increase your productivity? Yeah, I am not buying into it either. Still, you have to admit, some of those Steam Punk keyboards are pretty darn sweet!

  • http://wp3.lockergnome.com/nexus/theoracle/ the oracle

    Not denigrating your choice in any way, but what is it that makes these keyboards special. It cannot be seen from what is shown when following your link.

    I currently use either my Northgate Omnikey Ultra (best keyboard ever made, period) or a Dell Multimedia Keyboard (mainly for the Windows key, and also the ability to control WiMP without any additional software), but I was looking hard at the Logitech G19, mainly for the macro keys, and not any gaming need.

    So, what makes the i-rock’s special – I have never seen one on display at any retailer.

  • Randy Allen

    My favorite has always been the IBM mechanical keyboard. I finally had to stop using it when I went to Macs. I would very much like to have a Mac mechanical keyboard with all the modern keys on it, but haven’t found one.

    BTW, I didn’t know Klingons used Windows!

  • http://www.matthartley.com Matt Hartley

    the oracle: The i-rocks KR6810 is the model I own. You can see more on it here.
    http://www.bigbruin.com/reviews/irockselkeyboard/

    It’s not the features so much as it is the slimline design and the fact that I can beat the snot out of it without missing a beat. High quality, reasonable price and this models feels a lot like a notebook keyboard which is what I prefer these days. :)

  • Harry

    My favorite is Cherry CyMotion Expert : not only a very good keyboard with extra programmable keys, it’s also proof against liquid and dust. No more problems with spilt coffee!