Research In Motion (RIM) has introduced the BlackBerry Mini Keyboard, a new accessory for the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet.
In addition to a full QWERTY keyboard, it offers an integrated touchpad that allows users to navigate and control the BlackBerry PlayBook easily. When the keyboard is active, the PlayBook tablet?s virtual keyboard remains hidden, freeing up 100 per cent of the display for the task at hand.
Commenting on the launch, James Poulton, Director, Advanced Accessories said, ?Whether you?re typing email, creating documents, surfing the web or using other apps, the BlackBerry Mini Keyboard and its integrated carrying case is an ideal accessory.?
The Mini Keyboard comes equipped with a touchpad that supports BlackBerry PlayBook gestures. The touchpad also offers additional gestures similar to the standard mouse and touchpad controls on a laptop, including a single tap to simulate a mouse click, a two finger tap to right-click, and a two-finger up or down swipe to scroll vertically.
It is portable and lightweight, measuring less than 6mm thick and connects to the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet via Bluetooth, and features 128-bit encryption to keep the data passed between keyboard and tablet secure.
The BlackBerry Mini Keyboard is now available for pre-order internationally online for US$119.99.
