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Microsoft Unveils Universal Keyboard and Wired Xbox One Controller for Windows
Posted 09/16/2014 at 11:45am | by
Paul Lilly
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A keyboard that doesn't play favorites
Microsoft beefed up its hardware portfolio today, and two of the more notable items consist of a universal mobile keyboard that works with Windows, iOS, and Android devices, and a wired Xbox One controller for Windows. For those of you looking for a new rodent, the company also released an
Arc Touch Bluetooth mouse and a
Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 Limited Edition.
Getting back to the good stuff, the universal keyboard sports an OS switch that lets you change from one operating system to another while maintaining a fully functional keyboard. That means you can pair the keyboard with up to three devices and take advantage of each one's unique keys, like the Windows Control key, the iOS Command key, and Android's Home button, all on a single plank.
It also sports a built-in cover that doubles as a stand for your tablet or smartphone when opened up. When you flip it open, it turns the keyboard on automatically and initiates a Bluetooth connection. Closing the cover turns it back off.
According to Microsoft, the rechargeable battery is good for up to six months of use on a single charge -- if it runs out of juice, it only takes 10 minutes to charge it enough to last a full day.
The
Universal Mobile Keyboard will be available in October for $79.95 at the
Microsoft Store and other places.
As for the Xbox One controller, it's now available for the PC. Like the version for the Xbox One, it sports over 40 improvements compared to the Xbox 360 controller. It also comes with a cable so you can enjoy a wired connection and not worry about battery life; it also works wirelessly, but only on the Xbox One, not PC.
The
Xbox One Controller + Cable for Windows will be available in November for $59.95.