Remember the iconic BlackBerry keyboard? The one that revolutionized smartphone typing and permanently bent a generation’s thumbs? Well, it’s back in a big way – this time as an accessory tailor-made for the iPhone.
Clicks Technology, a startup founded by renowned tech bloggers Kevin Michaluk (CrackBerry Kevin) and Michael Fisher (MrMobile), has unveiled the Clicks Keyboard. This physical keyboard case accessory essentially transforms modern iPhones into mini BlackBerry typing powerhouses.
First Look at Clicks Keyboard for iPhone
This is no mere slap-on keyboard – the Clicks Keyboard is a sleek, unibody silicone casing that elegantly slides onto iPhones via the Lightning or USB-C port. It wraps around the bottom, leaving the screen completely unobstructed.
The keyboard itself is a gorgeous blast from the past. It sports a comfortably wide full QWERTY layout with supremely tactile keys that click pleasingly when pressed. And yes, there’s even a backlight for late night work sessions!
More Than Just Keys: A Smarter Case
But the Clicks Keyboard is far more than a keyboard. At its core, it’s a clever all-in-one case that doesn’t require any Bluetooth syncing. Powered directly by the iPhone’s battery via passthrough charging, it simply works right out of the box.
Just plug it in and start tapping those tactile keys. The nostalgia rush alone conjures fond memories for BlackBerry enthusiasts.
Modern Upgrades On a Blast From The Past
While oozing retro charm, Clicks avoids being a gimmicky throwback accessory. The team brought BlackBerry’s iconic physical keyboard into the modern era through thoughtful design upgrades.
It enables much faster and more comfortable typing than glass touchscreens. The attached case yields a grippy, ergonomic feel reminiscent of past BlackBerries. And freeing the iPhone’s display from a soft keyboard expands usable screen space for reading and viewing content.
Whether you’re a former CrackBerry addict or simply appreciate keyboard tactility, Clicks massively boosts iPhone productivity.
CES Debut, Spring Launch
Clicks Keyboard makes its official public debut at CES 2024, allowing hands-on interaction and hype building ahead of its retail launch in Spring 2024. The accessory will come in two slick colorways – Bumblebee Yellow and London Sky Gray.
Pricing remains unannounced for now. But as a premium keyboard case accessory, expect it to land somewhere between $100 to $150.
For keyboard die-hards though, that seems like a small price to pay to revive that nostalgic BlackBerry magic within a modern iPhone package!
The Future of iPhone Accessories?
On a closing note, Clicks Keyboard could potentially catalyze wider innovation in the iOS accessories ecosystem.
Between its clever case design and revitalizing endangered tactile keyboards, Clicks may inspire a wave of accessory experimentation that breaks the utility mold of cases and wireless chargers.
Perhaps the BlackBerry renaissance driving Clicks Keyboard is just the first tap of iPhone accessory innovation yet to come. We can dream!
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