The half keyboard - weird, easy, different

I’ve wrote about many types of keyboards so far, but this is an interesting concept. The Half Keyboard is a one-handed version of the standard desktop keyboard. It uses full-size, high-quality laptop-style keys for excellent typing comfort and speed.

The product in the picture is designed for people that want to type with their left hand. If you want to use your right hand or use them both alternatively, there’s also the 508 keyboard. The 508 Keyboard gives you the best of both worlds � one-hand and two-hand typing. It’s a full-size, standard keyboard and it lets you decide whatever is more convenient.

So, how does it actually work? All you have to do is place your hand on the keyboard, in the standard position. If you take a closer look, the letters under your hand are exactly the same letters on your regular keyboard. Cool, the job is half done so far. How about the other half? Well, to reach the second half, you’ll have to press SPACE, and there we go. Should you need to type a space, tap the key.

You shouldn’t be expecting a high typing rate, especially if you’re a beginner, but the analysts say that after 30 hours of using the Half Keyboard, you can type up to ~88% of your regular typing speed. You decide if it’s worth it or not.

Both gadgets cost ~$99,95 each if you were wondering about the price. Personally, I have tried their simulator, and it doesn’t seem so hard after all. The finger used to type each letter is the same finger that’s used in normal touch typing � That’s why you can learn it so quickly. It’s uncanny, but your brain quite naturally understands that a key that you would normally type with the index finger of one hand can be typed with the index finger of the other hand.

This is just about it. An interesting gadget if you’re willing to test your extreme typing skills. And if you’re looking for more information, or you intend to buy one, check out the producer’s website.

Thank you, Fun Bob for giving us the tip.

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Posted in Gadgets, Hardware, Reviews by Bogdan Boghiu