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Mike Temporale
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 Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2005 1:00 pm Post subject: Mini Bluetooth Keyboard Coming Soon |
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http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=124250
"Ultra compact in design and a wide compatiblity with Bluetooth enabled devices, the Freedom mini Bluetooth keyboard extends the input capability of a PDA or smartphone. Type texts, e-mails or documents quickly and accurately with the metal domed, 39 key standard layout, and navigate using a 4-way 'game pad' control. Access to key tasks can be customised by using programmable keys and shortcuts, and a backlight to the keys allows use in dim lighting, such as on a train or plane. Two AAA batteries provide enough power for up to 120 hours of continuous use. An auto power off feature conserves battery life when not in use, and a low battery status indicator reminds you when to change the batteries."
This Bluetooth based thumbboard could be the solution that many of us have been longing for. You won't have to worry about finding a flat spot to setup your foldable keyboard, and since it's Bluetooth it could work with any future Bluetooth Smartphone you may happen to buy. Great stuff! I'm looking forward to the day this goes on sale. 
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seaflipper
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Yes, but with an Audivox SMT5600 or Moto MPx220 etc, where do you put the phone while holding the thumboard in your hands? In order to make it work you will still have to be looking at the screen and I don't see that working very well if you have to hold the phone in one hand and the keyboard in the other. Of course it might attach to the phone..but still....I really don't see this being useful for the types of things that the Treo650 is so darn useful for...
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Mike Temporale
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| Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2005 6:49 pm Post subject: |
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| seaflipper wrote: |
| I don't see that working very well if you have to hold the phone in one hand and the keyboard in the other. Of course it might attach to the phone |
I was wondering about this myself. I'm half hoping that there is some sort of thing-a-ma-gig on the bottom that will clamp and hold the phone in place. Unlikely, but it would be nice.
| seaflipper wrote: |
| ..but still....I really don't see this being useful for the types of things that the Treo650 is so darn useful for... |
Well, I'm not concerned about this. I'm not trying to make my Smartphone compete with the Treo. If I wanted the Treo expereince, I would look at a Blue Angel device from HTC. I just want to make it easier to pound out the odd email while riding the train, or where ever I may be. 
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JuhaN
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| Posted: Wed Aug 10, 2005 5:46 am Post subject: |
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I have been looking for something like this for a couple of years...
I'm going to buy one for my smartphone as soon it's available!!
=)juha
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joefuture
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This looks very nice. I can leave my Axim x50v on my lap or on the table while I type. Being so small is the best thing about this device (next would be that super battery life!) - it's small enough that I'd actually carry it around and use it. Sign me up!
Also, this pic shows their concept for how it works with a smartphone... I don't have one, so I'm not sure if any of them actually flip back like this?
http://www.expansys-usa.com/zoompic...amp;code=124250
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JuhaN
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| Posted: Wed Aug 10, 2005 10:30 am Post subject: |
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| joefuture wrote: |
Also, this pic shows their concept for how it works with a smartphone... I don't have one, so I'm not sure if any of them actually flip back like this?
http://www.expansys-usa.com/zoompic...amp;code=124250 |
That's Nokia 6260 in the picture... So the Freedom Mini Keyboard must be working with Symbian Series 60 also!
=)juha
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Omega2008
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I will be buying this when it comes out!
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uknutz
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JuhaN
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| uknutz wrote: |
There is a holder underneath the keyboard. See attached photos.
This works for all phones, flip & candybar types. |
That looks very nice!! Now I only have to get my hands on one!!
Have you tried the keyboard yourself or just got those pictures somewhere? How comfortable is it to type short emails or memos??
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Mike Temporale
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