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Offline reaper

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Levitatr backlit keyboard for iPad, tablets, etc.
« on: Tue, 13 September 2011, 22:34:37 »
Gotta give them some credit for innovation here.

"What is Levitatr?

Measuring in at only 12.5mm thick, Levitatr™ is an aluminum Bluetooth keyboard accessory for iPads, iPhones, iPods and other devices. When ready to be used, the keys elevate out of the face of the keyboard and backlighting turns on to illuminate the key lettering. When not in use, the keys can be lowered back into the face of the keyboard and backlighting turns off, making the key lettering disappear. Built into Levitatr is an aluminum precision-machined kickstand (aka ALUMNM™) that folds out and holds virtually every mobile device between a 20 and 30° angle (depending on device thickness)."



Here's the link for more details (with video).   Looks promising?

Cast aluminum casing:



Projected retail price at $99 (US shipping included).
« Last Edit: Wed, 14 September 2011, 23:15:07 by reaper »
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Offline heedpantsnow

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Levitatr backlit keyboard for iPad, tablets, etc.
« Reply #1 on: Wed, 14 September 2011, 09:24:40 »
Interesting!  I need sth for my HTPC and iPhone; haven't found anything I love yet.
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Offline redpill

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Levitatr backlit keyboard for iPad, tablets, etc.
« Reply #2 on: Wed, 14 September 2011, 13:58:42 »
Sounds pretty nifty.  Scissor switches of course, but may still feel nice.  May need to get one for the elevating keys alone.

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« Reply #3 on: Wed, 14 September 2011, 14:10:16 »
Want it...
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Offline Oqsy

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« Reply #4 on: Wed, 14 September 2011, 14:22:35 »
Looks cool, but the "interview" portion is such poor quality compared to the rest of the clip its almost offputting. I can barely hear the guy.
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Levitatr backlit keyboard for iPad, tablets, etc.
« Reply #5 on: Wed, 14 September 2011, 15:13:17 »
Hmm. Sounds like an apple bluetooth keyboard except this one pops up and uses twice the batteries. I will wait to see reviews.