The KALQ Keyboard is an Efficient Redesign for Accelerated Alphabetic Input
Amelia Roblin — April 26, 2013 — Unique
References: st-andrews.ac.uk & dezeen
Whether or not the QWERTY keyboard is sufficiently efficient for a regular laptop or desktop keyboard, users of tablets have come to complain that it certainly is not the most logical layout for them. The KALQ Keyboard has been designed with thumb-based typing techniques in mind, dividing up the work between your digits equally and accommodating for the most frequently input words.
It was researchers from Scotland's University of St. Andrews who came up with this innovative keyboard redesign. It splits the collection of keys into two halves, concentrating them to the left and right sides of the touchscreen device. You'll find only consonants on the former and mostly vowels on the latter. Compatible with Android tablets, the KALQ Keyboard app will soon be available as a free download, from which iPad users will later benefit.
It was researchers from Scotland's University of St. Andrews who came up with this innovative keyboard redesign. It splits the collection of keys into two halves, concentrating them to the left and right sides of the touchscreen device. You'll find only consonants on the former and mostly vowels on the latter. Compatible with Android tablets, the KALQ Keyboard app will soon be available as a free download, from which iPad users will later benefit.
Trend Themes
1. Thumb-based Typing - Thumb-based typing techniques are becoming increasingly popular as users seek more efficient input methods on touchscreen devices.
2. Keyboard Redesign - There is a growing demand for innovative keyboard designs that improve typing efficiency and accommodate the needs of tablet users.
3. Divided Key Layout - Splitting the collection of keys into two halves can provide a more logical and balanced typing experience on touchscreen devices.
Industry Implications
1. Tablet Industry - The tablet industry could benefit from incorporating thumb-based typing techniques and innovative keyboard designs to enhance user experience.
2. Mobile App Development - Developers specializing in mobile apps can seize the opportunity to create and improve thumb-based typing apps for different platforms.
3. Educational Technology - The use of thumb-based typing techniques and divided key layouts can be explored within the educational technology sector to optimize typing lessons and productivity tools.
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