So you now got the hottest tablet/phablet out there, now to actually do some work on it! You start typing and quickly realize that its hard to type and see what your typing on that glassy touch surface. You want to bring a wireless keyboard, but its big and bulky. Here comes the cellulon magic cube; a laser projected keyboard for all your traveling needs.
NOTE: this review is typed completely with the Magic Cube.
First Impression:
Lets face it, this is already way smaller then your average keyboard. The design of the cube is futuristic (definitely catch some eyes when using), its light weigh, easy setup and multiple compatibility (given your device supports Bluetooth). When you turn your keyboard on, it prints out a qwerty based layout, however it will be confusing at first because the special cases are moved to the top of the keyboard (instead of along the right side). The keyboard can also creates feedback noise for when you click on any of the button. Last but not least, flashing LED to help you identify the battery and connectivity.
Lets face it, this is already way smaller then your average keyboard. The design of the cube is futuristic (definitely catch some eyes when using), its light weigh, easy setup and multiple compatibility (given your device supports Bluetooth). When you turn your keyboard on, it prints out a qwerty based layout, however it will be confusing at first because the special cases are moved to the top of the keyboard (instead of along the right side). The keyboard can also creates feedback noise for when you click on any of the button. Last but not least, flashing LED to help you identify the battery and connectivity.
User can increase or decrease the volume of the clicks, sensitivity, and intensity of the laser layout. Also you can turn the keyboard off without losing connectivity (to save battery). The keyboard can also turn into a fully functioning mouse, but not both at the same time.
Test Drive:
Like I said before, this entire review is typed with the Cellulon Laser Keyboard. Installation was a breeze, device is found immediately and paired right after (including the driver). Once paired the keyboard synch immediately once your device Bluetooth is on. Its safe to say that this product works. The change in keyboard layout will take you a little bit of time to get used to, and you will have to readjust the way you type to find a comfortable spot. Through out this review, I came into a couple of error in my typing, you will have to sow down your typing speed as it doesnt read multiple key press really well (yes, "shift" combination are sometimes annoying).
The mouse feature is missing the left click. It tracks your mouse movement pretty well, but its slower then a regular mouse. There are gestures that you can do to control your computer, but is sometimes non-responsive. Please note that this mouse is not ideal for those who wants to use it for drawing as you cant hold your clicks and the response is sometimes a miss. Battery lasted for about2.5 hours on heavy active mode and there are some restrictions on what kinds of surface you can use it on, but it should work on any common tabletop.
Like I said before, this entire review is typed with the Cellulon Laser Keyboard. Installation was a breeze, device is found immediately and paired right after (including the driver). Once paired the keyboard synch immediately once your device Bluetooth is on. Its safe to say that this product works. The change in keyboard layout will take you a little bit of time to get used to, and you will have to readjust the way you type to find a comfortable spot. Through out this review, I came into a couple of error in my typing, you will have to sow down your typing speed as it doesnt read multiple key press really well (yes, "shift" combination are sometimes annoying).
The mouse feature is missing the left click. It tracks your mouse movement pretty well, but its slower then a regular mouse. There are gestures that you can do to control your computer, but is sometimes non-responsive. Please note that this mouse is not ideal for those who wants to use it for drawing as you cant hold your clicks and the response is sometimes a miss. Battery lasted for about2.5 hours on heavy active mode and there are some restrictions on what kinds of surface you can use it on, but it should work on any common tabletop.
Conclusion:
This keyboard does need a little more time to get used to, the aspect that makes this keyboard interesting us the weight and size of the device is perfect for travelling people (not to mention the wow factor you get when using it). I wouldnt buy this for your laptop/desktop because it pretty much slows you down. This keyboard is now retailed for around $120; it is a bit pricey considering you cannot do heavy typing on it - but it is really convenient and can work with practically any of your portable devices.
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