Adesso Debuts Foldable Keyboards

By Digital Trends Staff April 24, 2006

Adesso, a manufacturer of computer input peripherals, today unveiled a new line of USB full size and mini foldable keyboards. The new full size AKB-230 (white and black colors) and mini-sized AKB-210 (black) are priced at $29.99 and available now.

Adesso’s AKB-230 and mini-sized AKB-210 USB keyboards, said the company, are soft and silicon-based, making them not only foldable but also resistant to water, dust and other potential containments. Features include silent typing, a flat design to reduce stress to wrists, a USB to PS/2 adapter, compatibility with Windows based PCs and LED lights for num-lock, caps lock and scroll lock.

The AKB-230 keyboards have 109 keys, while the AKB-210 comes with 85 keys.

â€œOur unique, foldable and rollable keyboards are the best solution for any PC application where moisture, dust, bacteria, and other elements are abundant,â€ said Allen Ku, CEO of Adesso, in a statement. â€œThey’re impervious to the elements and they’re also washable to ensure longevity and maintain productivity. They’re also light, slim, and portable to provide comfort and worry-free typing when in the field.â€

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