Data entry can be excruciatingly slow for beginning users learning the graffiti strokes. The portable keyboard comes to the rescue. Yes, they have a special model that transforms in just seconds to a full sized keyboard minus the right side numerical pad available on most PC keyboards. Play with it online Flash demo The Palm portable keyboard (manufactured by Think Outside) arrives with a fully padded zippered case to hold this amazing fold up accessory. The keyboard comes with a built in docking station and requires no batteries or power supply (it draws minimal power from your Palm). A recessed connector for the Palm folds neatly underneath the keyboard. When opened this becomes a sturdy brace for the handheld providing you with a stable workspace. All in a small, light, rugged & stylish design. Numerous customization solutions are available.

• Adjustable key repeat rate

• Assign applications to command key combinations

• Ability to view keyboard shortcuts to hasten input.

• Extended character set for accents, characters, symbols and punctuation marks.

• Calculator functions can be activated by keystrokes.

• Keyboard supports international characters.

Utilization of a keyboard can well promote data entry speed. This keyboard can be used wherever there is a surface firm enough to support it. Unfortunately, it will not work well on your lap with out some form of support However even a relatively firm magazine becomes a stable platform for this tool. Inputting data in an application rapidly completes entry.

Specifications Dimensions: Closed - 3.6" X 5.1" X 0.3" Open -13.8"X5.1"X0.3" Weight - 7.9 ounces Keyboard layout: full-size with QWERTY key layout Key spacing: 19mm horizontally and vertically (same as desktop keyboards) Key travel: 3mm (the same as many leading notebook computer keyboards) Special keys - Palm OS; Calendar, Address Book, To Do List, plus additional command & programmable keys Compatible with most Palm OS software applications Includes an integrated docking cradle Comes with a sturdy neoprene carrying case

Sylvia Suszka-Hildebrandt, MN, ARNP Editor PDA cortex

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