First Look: Microsoft Media Center Edition Keyboard

Vikingod · Aug 16, 2005, 04:35 PM

Ever wanted a keyboard that could deliver something other than the same old layout with uninteresting keys. Well, look no further as Microsoft may just have the answer for you. As you can already tell, Microsoft has specifically designed this keyboard for its Windows XP: Media Center Edition application. According to Microsoft, you can "effortlessly control all kinds of digital entertainment. Launch digital media, surf the Web, watch movies, and send instant messages from up to 30 feet away with this wireless keyboard, mouse, and remote."

Throughout the keyboard, you will notice numerous keys for Microsoft’s Media Center functionality. Similar to today’s stylish standards, the keys are backlit to make them viewable under dim lighting conditions. Furthermore, there’s also a "Windows" key that will launch the exclusive features for the Media Center Edition. A unique concept, nonetheless…
___________________________
Read More/Source: CoolTechZone

Tipstaff · Aug 17, 2005, 09:38 AM

I feel a cramp in my left hand coming on...

pr0digal jenius · Aug 17, 2005, 02:51 PM

They took a keyboard....and a remote....and glued the remote's buttons all over the keyboard....and declared it a good idea

Aug 16, 2005, 04:35 PM	#1
Vikingod Int'l Fish Liaison Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: By the light of lamp I sit and type... Posts: 16,197 Rep Power: 112 System Specs	First Look: Microsoft Media Center Edition Keyboard Ever wanted a keyboard that could deliver something other than the same old layout with uninteresting keys. Well, look no further as Microsoft may just have the answer for you. As you can already tell, Microsoft has specifically designed this keyboard for its Windows XP: Media Center Edition application. According to Microsoft, you can "effortlessly control all kinds of digital entertainment. Launch digital media, surf the Web, watch movies, and send instant messages from up to 30 feet away with this wireless keyboard, mouse, and remote." Throughout the keyboard, you will notice numerous keys for Microsoft’s Media Center functionality. Similar to today’s stylish standards, the keys are backlit to make them viewable under dim lighting conditions. Furthermore, there’s also a "Windows" key that will launch the exclusive features for the Media Center Edition. A unique concept, nonetheless… ___________________________ Read More/Source: CoolTechZone

Aug 17, 2005, 09:38 AM	#2
Tipstaff HardwareHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Real capital of Canada: Torauna Posts: 6,773 Rep Power: 191 System Specs	I feel a cramp in my left hand coming on... __________________ Portal: The Flash Version _________________________________ Brain: So, you sacked the cocky khaki Kicky Sack sock plucker? Mr. Sackett: The second cocky khaki Kicky Sack sock plucker I've sacked since the sixth sitting sheet slitter got sick.

Aug 17, 2005, 02:51 PM	#3
pr0digal jenius Delete Me Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 14,648 Rep Power: 0	They took a keyboard....and a remote....and glued the remote's buttons all over the keyboard....and declared it a good idea