"This 42-key wireless design challenges that assumption. Designer: Beekeeb Two halves sit independently, angled outward to match natural shoulder width. Keys follow a columnar stagger rather than traditional row offset. Each key positions directly beneath a finger's natural arc of movement. These principles are well-established in ergonomic design, but the Toucan's interpretation focuses on what most split keyboards treat as secondary: portability without compromise."
"Material choices reveal priorities. An anodized aluminum top plate provides structural rigidity and premium typing surface, while 3D-printed construction sheds weight from the bottom case. This hybrid approach answers the specific demands of travel: constant packing, unpacking, shifting between surfaces that may or may not be level. The result weighs significantly less than comparable mechanical keyboards yet maintains the solid feel necessary for confident typing. Low-profile Kailh Choc V1 switches keep everything close to the desk surface, reducing wrist extension while preserving tactile feedback."
The Toucan is a 42‑key wireless split keyboard with two independently angled halves set to match natural shoulder width. Keys use a columnar stagger so each key sits beneath a finger’s natural arc, reducing lateral reaching and finger curling. An anodized aluminum top plate adds rigidity while a 3D‑printed bottom case reduces weight for travel. Low‑profile Kailh Choc V1 switches keep the profile low to reduce wrist extension while keeping tactile feedback. The hybrid construction yields a lighter mechanical typing experience that maintains solidity. A 40mm circular touchpad on the right half addresses ergonomic pointing while traveling.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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