- AI Company has launched a design dock design for smartphones
- With a beige scheme and a pseudo-mechanical keyboard, it has a strong feeling of the 1980s
- It is expected that it costs less than $ 250 and will attract those looking for a PSION 5MX replacement
Amber.page, a AI startup for writers, has caused a new keyboard box that transforms an iPhone into a portable writing device and laptop type.
Shared by the company’s founder, Justin Mitchell in Threads, the renders of what he calls AmberDeck shows an Alcha style design that reminds of retro technology, such as a mini tandy TRS-80 Model 100 or PSION 5MX. The latter had a similar design with what was considered widely one of the best keyboards ever created for a device of its size.
The device offers a minimalist configuration for the drafting of articles, editing text and even addressing the writer’s block with the support of the writing wizard with AI of the startup.
Mitchell wrote: “I have been cooking in some hardware for Amber during the holidays. I always wanted a Clamshell iPhone keyboard for a writing focused on the march, so I made one. “
The case is not intended to be a permanent enclosure for your phone; Rather, it serves as an coupling station, turning its device into a typification tool focused with a high-trip pseudic-mechanical keyboard that presents a compact design of 60%. Yanko design He says that when he couples, he will not be able to use his phone for usual tasks, such as accessing the camera or making calls, but if he is focused on writing that it will be good.
A job in progress
Mitchell wrote: “I have been cooking in some hardware for Amber during the holidays. I always wanted a Clamshell iPhone keyboard for a writing focused on the march, so I made one. “
The case is not intended to be a permanent enclosure for your phone; Rather, it serves as an coupling station, turning its device into a typification tool focused with a high-trip pseudic-mechanical keyboard that presents a compact design of 60%. Yanko design He says that when he couples, he will not be able to use his phone for usual tasks, such as accessing the camera or making calls, but if he is focused on writing that it will be good.
The clam case includes an adjustable hinge for screen positioning and a load port for the keyboard itself. Yanko design Notes the case does not seem to admit the transfer load for the phone, and the keyboard lacks backlight, which will limit its usability in the low light configuration. That said, this is still only a prototype, so things could change.
In fact, in another thread, Mitchell has updated the design based on the feedback and suggestions of its followers on social networks, including the changes made to improve functionality and compatibility. In the updated design, the hinge is centered and has a double action mechanism, which allows the case to go to bed completely thanks to an internal gap inside the upper cover.
The arrow keys have been reconfigured to a standard design, with the Shift key to the right and expanded for a more intuitive writing experience. A gap has been added around the front plate, which facilitates the appearance and customization or exchange as necessary. To accommodate a broader range of devices, including Android phones, the box inside has been square for better versatility. In addition, the lip of the case has moved to the top.
Mitchell has suggested that the Amberdeck could be sold for less than $ 250, and although these first renders are just a preview, the case could appeal to writers, journalists and editors who seek to convert their phones into compact writing devices that can be used anywhere.
