I'll settle for just the plain ol'backlit keyboard. Dell offers it as an option on some for $25, so its not like they are budget killers
I have a ThinkPad with a simple LED illumination from the screen bezel. Its great. Was strongly looking at a MBA... but no illumination arggggh. Yes I am picky and I use computers in a dark room and dark aircraft etc. I guess I could go with one of those cheapy USB lights... yuck.
And for anyone who says 'just touch type' ... up you nose with a rubber hose!
"Yet another application deals with the user interface functions that would become possible only with individually lit keys with multiple colors. Entitled "User Interface Behaviors for Input Device with Individually Controlled Illuminated Input Elements," it describes adjusting the keyboard lighting based on what program is being used on the notebook, or to notify the user of something."
and
"Apple's solution, described in a handful of new patent applications, would have more dynamic keyboard backlights, with individually illuminated keys and multiple colors. One application, titled "Keyboard with Increased Control of Backlit Keys," describes a MacBook that would have different illumination schemes based on which application is running."
Please read the whole thing next time.
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Originally Posted by bcahill009
I didn't see one quote referring to a notebook, nor were the pictures of a notebook at all.
They just released "the future of macbooks" in the air and it doesn't even have a back lit keyboard, let alone dynamic lighting.
I think if they were to use this technology it would be for their high end software (ie. Final cut) for making navigation commands easier.
They would most likely release a standalone blue tooth dynamically lit keyboard with a revolutionary sounding name.
Then maybe if it was well received it might make it to the macbook pro.
Microsoft recently announced that they have technology to change texture surface. If Apple can come up with a keyboard that had texture and light change, finding my Photoshop keys in the dark would be so much easier, but I am sure Adobe would start throwing in more keyboard shortcuts and then we'd have to buy one!
Now, if they would only apply that enlightened view to iTunes. That unremittingly gray interface makes it a chore for me to locate the Store link--not a good thing for sales.
Now, if they would only apply that enlightened view to iTunes. That unremittingly gray interface makes it a chore for me to locate the Store link--not a good thing for sales.
Thanks for whining about something that has nothing to do with the thread topic.
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Originally Posted by Johnny Mozzarella
...Optimus... ...In order for it to be successful they should price it at no more than $199...
Come back in a decade and a half, then. There's absolutely no way Apple could sell a $1400 keyboard for $200.
Microsoft recently announced that they have technology to change texture surface. If Apple can come up with a keyboard that had texture and light change, finding my Photoshop keys in the dark would be so much easier, but I am sure Adobe would start throwing in more keyboard shortcuts and then we'd have to buy one!
I have always imagined that one day LCD (or similar) keyboards would take over. It makes sense to have one universal keyboard that can be programmed to suit individual applications. Graphics and video editing comes to mind but I am sure there are many other types of applications that would benefit from something different than a traditional keyboard layout.
But if people struggle with a non responsive surface, I wonder if some kind of very thin, transparent semi responsive overlay would work? To have an individual LCD on each key seems upside down to me. All that flat screen technology and you are stuck with a traditional keyboard?
My first thought for an application of this is actually World of Warcraft, having a key light up corresponding to a Spell Alerted ability.
It already happens on your screen since the 4.0.1 patch, at least as far as the official notifications go. Like my Resto Druid gets a proc from casting Wrath and my Starfire button gets highlighted. Not to mention the green, leafy parentheses around me. I do admit that it would be cool if what was happening on the screen would highlight the key (and key combinations) on your keyboard as well if desired.
It already happens on your screen since the 4.0.1 patch, at least as far as the official notifications go. Like my Resto Druid gets a proc from casting Wrath and my Starfire button gets highlighted. Not to mention the green, leafy parentheses around me. I do admit that it would be cool if what was happening on the screen would highlight the key (and key combinations) on your keyboard as well if desired.
I know, I very much love the addition (though it, annoyingly, doesn't highlight any Maelstrom Weapon ability on my Shaman :S). I can see them extending this into highlighting the physical key as well.
I know, I very much love the addition (though it, annoyingly, doesn't highlight any Maelstrom Weapon ability on my Shaman :S). I can see them extending this into highlighting the physical key as well.
Ahh I've mostly been playing a Pally Tank, Ele Shammy and Resto Druid since the patch. Boomkin is fun (and 10g for dual spec is amazing), but I'm fine w/how Resto solos.
Now back to our regularly scheduled computer geeking
Dude can you tell me is there any conceivable use of the Terran Predator unit? And yeah I'm useless at using hotkeys in SC2. In fact, if I ever play multiplayer I'm imagining using Diamondbacks all the time because they can fire while moving. It's tough having to always move-attack or do the constant micro-move clicking (you know where you move a little every few seconds so your units stop long enough to fire)...
Honestly, I choose the Hercules instead to transport numerous troops... although I really don't use that one either. There are some cheese units I would prefer to use instead (i.e. Banshees, Battlecruisers, Thors, Ghosts/Spectres, etc).
Singleplayer and multiplayer have different units despite there is some overlap. The Diamondbacks and Predators are not available in multiplayer.
Don't you just love it when newbies get all judgy on your posts?
Well iTunes DID have jack shit to do with the topic and while I don't think it will take 15 years to bring the price of something like the Optimus down from 1500 to 200, it certainly won't be this year.
Oh so simple to do on an iPad or iPhone, no hardware just some code for iOS. Slip it into 5.0 for a few functions and see how it is received. Bet there are some at 1 Infinite Loop that already have it.
Spiffy. So you stick an RGB LED under each key. Each color gets... say 2 bits of intensity, maybe 3 for RG and 2 for B. Let's say 3:3:2 so each key's color fits in a byte. Now you can do the obvious like light up keys contextually to tell the user what they can do, or adjust the backlight based on the environmental brightness. Yawn.
You could also turn every key into an ambient orb. Have the keyboard pulse when an IM comes in, attach keys to Growl, run rainbow patterns across it just for fun. Light up the different sections (F-keys, num-keypad, arrow keys, etc.) in different colors! Make keys pulse when pushed - even have the color ripple out across the keyboard. What fun!
Really, if Apple wants to keep backlit keyboards because they've proven to be a useful and desirable feature - and they have, and if they've decided that sticking a tiny surface mount LED in each key is a good way do it, then keyboards could become crazy, gaudy, fun things.
Well iTunes DID have jack shit to do with the topic and while I don't think it will take 15 years to bring the price of something like the Optimus down from 1500 to 200, it certainly won't be this year.
Why are posters so quick to use crude language against fellow posters? I didn't run over your dog, just commented that I thought I was being unfairly criticized by another poster.
The article included information about an Apple patent for using color lighting for laptop keys. Presumably this is to assist in improving typing accuracy, not for decoration. It struck me that if they are thinking that way for one product, why not another? I am not the only one to express regret that iTunes has lost its color icons in the left hand source pane. I don't think that differentiating buttons by design but not color is an improvement. I think that my comment was more than tangentially related to the topic, and didn't merit being labeled a "whiner" or being "jack shit" off topic.
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I have a ThinkPad with a simple LED illumination from the screen bezel. Its great. Was strongly looking at a MBA... but no illumination arggggh. Yes I am picky and I use computers in a dark room and dark aircraft etc. I guess I could go with one of those cheapy USB lights... yuck.
And for anyone who says 'just touch type' ... up you nose with a rubber hose!
and
"Apple's solution, described in a handful of new patent applications, would have more dynamic keyboard backlights, with individually illuminated keys and multiple colors. One application, titled "Keyboard with Increased Control of Backlit Keys," describes a MacBook that would have different illumination schemes based on which application is running."
Please read the whole thing next time.
I didn't see one quote referring to a notebook, nor were the pictures of a notebook at all.
They just released "the future of macbooks" in the air and it doesn't even have a back lit keyboard, let alone dynamic lighting.
I think if they were to use this technology it would be for their high end software (ie. Final cut) for making navigation commands easier.
They would most likely release a standalone blue tooth dynamically lit keyboard with a revolutionary sounding name.
Then maybe if it was well received it might make it to the macbook pro.
doesn't sound like what Apple has in mind.. besides. a mini OLED on each key is not cheap.
optimus maximus sells for $1500-2000 (if you can even find one).. but here's a video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWkjtnd367Q
(got to admit it's pretty slick)
KoooooooL!
Video and Keyboard-excellent. Lawsuit to follow!
Microsoft recently announced that they have technology to change texture surface. If Apple can come up with a keyboard that had texture and light change, finding my Photoshop keys in the dark would be so much easier, but I am sure Adobe would start throwing in more keyboard shortcuts and then we'd have to buy one!
Now, if they would only apply that enlightened view to iTunes. That unremittingly gray interface makes it a chore for me to locate the Store link--not a good thing for sales.
Thanks for whining about something that has nothing to do with the thread topic.
...Optimus... ...In order for it to be successful they should price it at no more than $199...
Come back in a decade and a half, then. There's absolutely no way Apple could sell a $1400 keyboard for $200.
I was shocked they dropped it on the Air I must admit.
If Led Backlighting is to thick for the Air, maybe they could use something like this.
www.lighttape.com/select_install_light_tape.asp?ContentId=481
KoooooooL!
Video and Keyboard-excellent. Lawsuit to follow!
Microsoft recently announced that they have technology to change texture surface. If Apple can come up with a keyboard that had texture and light change, finding my Photoshop keys in the dark would be so much easier, but I am sure Adobe would start throwing in more keyboard shortcuts and then we'd have to buy one!
I have always imagined that one day LCD (or similar) keyboards would take over. It makes sense to have one universal keyboard that can be programmed to suit individual applications. Graphics and video editing comes to mind but I am sure there are many other types of applications that would benefit from something different than a traditional keyboard layout.
But if people struggle with a non responsive surface, I wonder if some kind of very thin, transparent semi responsive overlay would work? To have an individual LCD on each key seems upside down to me. All that flat screen technology and you are stuck with a traditional keyboard?
My first thought for an application of this is actually World of Warcraft, having a key light up corresponding to a Spell Alerted ability.
It already happens on your screen since the 4.0.1 patch, at least as far as the official notifications go. Like my Resto Druid gets a proc from casting Wrath and my Starfire button gets highlighted. Not to mention the green, leafy parentheses around me.
It already happens on your screen since the 4.0.1 patch, at least as far as the official notifications go. Like my Resto Druid gets a proc from casting Wrath and my Starfire button gets highlighted. Not to mention the green, leafy parentheses around me.
I know, I very much love the addition (though it, annoyingly, doesn't highlight any Maelstrom Weapon ability on my Shaman :S). I can see them extending this into highlighting the physical key as well.
I know, I very much love the addition (though it, annoyingly, doesn't highlight any Maelstrom Weapon ability on my Shaman :S). I can see them extending this into highlighting the physical key as well.
Ahh I've mostly been playing a Pally Tank, Ele Shammy and Resto Druid since the patch. Boomkin is fun (and 10g for dual spec is amazing), but I'm fine w/how Resto solos.
Now back to our regularly scheduled computer geeking
Thanks for whining about something that has nothing to do with the thread topic.
Come back in a decade and a half, then. There's absolutely no way Apple could sell a $1400 keyboard for $200.
Don't you just love it when newbies get all judgy on your posts?
Dude can you tell me is there any conceivable use of the Terran Predator unit? And yeah I'm useless at using hotkeys in SC2. In fact, if I ever play multiplayer I'm imagining using Diamondbacks all the time because they can fire while moving. It's tough having to always move-attack or do the constant micro-move clicking (you know where you move a little every few seconds so your units stop long enough to fire)...
Honestly, I choose the Hercules instead to transport numerous troops... although I really don't use that one either. There are some cheese units I would prefer to use instead (i.e. Banshees, Battlecruisers, Thors, Ghosts/Spectres, etc).
Singleplayer and multiplayer have different units despite there is some overlap. The Diamondbacks and Predators are not available in multiplayer.
Don't you just love it when newbies get all judgy on your posts?
Well iTunes DID have jack shit to do with the topic and while I don't think it will take 15 years to bring the price of something like the Optimus down from 1500 to 200, it certainly won't be this year.
You could also turn every key into an ambient orb. Have the keyboard pulse when an IM comes in, attach keys to Growl, run rainbow patterns across it just for fun. Light up the different sections (F-keys, num-keypad, arrow keys, etc.) in different colors! Make keys pulse when pushed - even have the color ripple out across the keyboard. What fun!
Really, if Apple wants to keep backlit keyboards because they've proven to be a useful and desirable feature - and they have, and if they've decided that sticking a tiny surface mount LED in each key is a good way do it, then keyboards could become crazy, gaudy, fun things.
- Jasen.
Well iTunes DID have jack shit to do with the topic and while I don't think it will take 15 years to bring the price of something like the Optimus down from 1500 to 200, it certainly won't be this year.
Why are posters so quick to use crude language against fellow posters? I didn't run over your dog, just commented that I thought I was being unfairly criticized by another poster.
The article included information about an Apple patent for using color lighting for laptop keys. Presumably this is to assist in improving typing accuracy, not for decoration. It struck me that if they are thinking that way for one product, why not another? I am not the only one to express regret that iTunes has lost its color icons in the left hand source pane. I don't think that differentiating buttons by design but not color is an improvement. I think that my comment was more than tangentially related to the topic, and didn't merit being labeled a "whiner" or being "jack shit" off topic.
Jeez, why are people so cross all the time here?
Backlit full-size wireless keyboard for desktops please.
<Backlit full-size wireless keyboard for desktops please.>
I absolutely agree with you. I wish Apple should create a backlight full-size extended wireless keyboard for desktops.