In April 2023, Microsoft introduced the tip of Microsoft-branded PC equipment, comparable to keyboards, mice, headsets, and webcams. Later, nevertheless, the corporate determined to carry these again, this time in partnership with Incase. After a short delay, Incase is lastly launching the revived equipment, beginning with the Compact Ergonomic keyboard that additionally encompasses a devoted Copilot key.

The brand new keyboard is a cut up mannequin with a built-in cushioned palm relaxation and tilted keys for extra snug typing in a extra pure place. It makes use of scissor keys with a brief key journey of 1.3 mm and extra keys for emoji, mute, media management, and, in fact, Copilot (it’s a Microsoft-designed keyboard, in any case) for invoking Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant constructed into Home windows 10 and 11.

Incase claims that the keyboard works as much as 36 months on a single pair of bundled AAA-sized batteries, and it’s designed to work with Home windows 10 and 11 units. As for connectivity, you may pair it to your pc through Bluetooth, plus there are three built-in profiles that may allow you to swap between three totally different units. Sadly, the keyboard has no backlight, which may be a bummer for some, contemplating its fairly hefty value of $119.99.

Here’s what Marshall Clark, Basic Supervisor of Onward, stated in regards to the launch of the brand new keyboard:

The Compact Ergonomic Keyboard was designed to take up the smallest doable quantity of area whereas sustaining typing accuracy, consolation and a high-level of efficiency. We’re extraordinarily proud to debut essentially the most modern and comfy keyboard for work, play and studying.

The Incase Compact Ergonomic Keyboard can be obtainable in early 2025. You’ll be able to take a look at the keyboard and reserve it on the official Incase web site.