Dan Posted July 17, 2005 Share Posted July 17, 2005 Amazing new keyboard technology, i want one! http://www.artlebedev.com/portfolio/optimus/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arms Posted July 17, 2005 Share Posted July 17, 2005 (edited) Thats one cool keyboard. Looks like the thing is gonna into turn into a uhhh a Transformer, punch you in the mouth and exit through the wall of your house or something... Edited July 17, 2005 by Arms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recon Posted July 17, 2005 Share Posted July 17, 2005 Awesome keyboard. It'll probably cost more than my PC though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 eMule/eDonkey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadly_sniper22 Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 WOW! i wonder what the $$$? DS22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightCrawler Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 They said about the price of a cell phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted July 18, 2005 Author Share Posted July 18, 2005 so $99-> $2000, nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadly_sniper22 Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 Quake: This would be awesome for learning new game controls!!! DS22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightCrawler Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 so $99-> $2000, nice. ← That was my thinking too! LMAO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrowmanUK Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 Now that is the keyboard you need for Falcon 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted July 19, 2005 Author Share Posted July 19, 2005 MORE INFO!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arms Posted July 19, 2005 Share Posted July 19, 2005 Russian made? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxtrot360 Posted July 19, 2005 Share Posted July 19, 2005 lol the russians are taking over The new AK-47 keyboard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyHaired Posted July 19, 2005 Share Posted July 19, 2005 I won't say they are "taking over" There are loads of programs on the market, "RivaTuner" for one, they managed to overclock processors by finding out which two out of that many pins, to connect on certain versions of AMD cpus. http://www.xbitlabs.com/ is one of several recognized "Russian" sites. ......and that's a nice keyboard. Following their principles their release the SDK, nothing secret about it. And "No", I'm not Russian but I'm in favour of this competiton as it's contributing to the benefit of all of us. GH Edit: there's always an opposite...........although it's different "hardware" so to speak. http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,3-1370648,00.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havok Posted July 19, 2005 Share Posted July 19, 2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osokdfgr Posted July 20, 2005 Share Posted July 20, 2005 That is astounding! It's on my to purchase list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted July 24, 2005 Author Share Posted July 24, 2005 an awsome interview Artemy Lebedev, the master mind behind the Optimus. C: Where did you come up with the idea? Artmey Lebedev: I've always hated the idea of "dead feedback" from regular keyboards. I thought of Optimus prototype while I was in school 15 years ago. TC: Is this a new technology, or something that pre-existed and you adapted to fit your needs? Art: Technology is existing, logic is sort of new. TC: What is the technology involved exactly (without giving away any trade secrets of course!!)? Art: When I say OLED I don't give any secret away ) TC: How long has it taken to see the final product? Art: We expect early prototypes this autumn. TC: The Question 'How long has it taken to see the final product?' Was more of, how long have you been actually working on it? Art: For about four years. TC: Is that (in the pictures) a working model/prototype? Art: This is so called 3D prototype. TC: You say you expect prototypes in Autumn, but then what is in the pictures? Art: These are 3D rendered images. I know we're good at this. TC: What is the Size? (of the Optimus) Art: Slightly wider than the standard keyboards. You may compare it with old SUN keyboards. TC: How Heavy? Art: We don't know that yet. But weight should not be a matter, since this keyboard was not designed to be wireless (we did not intend to supply it with notebook batteries ) TC: To address the question of weight more specifically, what I meant was, compared to keyboards today, let's say a Logitech corded keyboard, is the Optimus heavier because of all the extra parts? Art: I believe Optimus will be heavier. But you table won't crack ) TC: How durable will it be/is it? Art: We keep in mind 4-5 years lifespan. TC: Is it Waterproof/Spill Proof? Art: We will sell coffee cup holder to be attached to the table leg separately. Because we don't plan to make this keyboard coke-proof in order to lower the production cost. TC: I guess I didn't make myself clear... What I meant is more like, since there are all these little 'video' screens and lots more circuits, what sort of protective measures will you be using? Art: Well... try to pour coffee into your monitor. Not all the things on Earth have to be THAT foolproof. TC: Is it wired, how long is wire (usb or ps2 interface)? Art: It will sport an USB port so that users will be able to find longer cable if needed. TC: Will there be a wireless version or is there? Art: Not yet. TC: What will be the pixel count of the display images? (Image Quality etc.) Art: 32x32 pixels as of now. TC: Can the keys be programmed to make an entire image from the keys? Sort of a mosaic type image? Art: Sure. TC: Are you going to have like a screensaver type thing that when you walk away from your computer the keys can form some custom image, or maybe even an advertisement! Art: Your idea is to call it a screen-saver. We call it a key-saver. TC: What kind of key covering are you going to use to prevent scratching/rubbing making the images not visible anymore? Art: We use polycarbonate keys. TC: What will the keys 'feel' like? are they the soft touch type, or 'springy' type etc? Art: The keys will feel like on an Apple Extended keyboard II, I hope. TC: Will you be offering pre-programed keysets (games/applications etc)? Art: For sure. TC: How much power does it use? Art: That's currently unknown. TC: Can the height be adjusted? Art: We thought about that. But it will depend on prototype testing - we're not sure about viewing angles. TC: Any other options going to be made available, like removable palm rest, different colors etc? Art: In the future. TC: Why do consumers need it (in your own words)? Art: Because they understand they can't live without it the very moment they realize what our concept is about. taken from here: http://www.thinkcomputers.org/beta/home.php?x=articles&id=10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadly_sniper22 Posted July 24, 2005 Share Posted July 24, 2005 not the best interview ever 'what i meant was' 'I guess I didn't make myself clear...' thx for the the interview Dan DS22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted July 25, 2005 Author Share Posted July 25, 2005 he is some crazy russian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted August 6, 2005 Author Share Posted August 6, 2005 heres another one: http://www.unitedkeys.com United Keys... couldnt find much more about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted January 13, 2006 Author Share Posted January 13, 2006 quick update on this, according to the Optimus website this beut keoybaord is coming out Feb. 1 2006!!! Dan wants one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruin Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 (edited) This is amazing... makes me wish I had the money to drop on it, lol. Edited January 13, 2006 by Ruin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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