Logitech unveils new illuminated keyboard

Logitech has introduced a rechargeable keyboard with ambient light and motion sensors.

The Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800's features are said to make sure people have the right amount of backlight when they need it, while conserving battery life when they don’t.

The backlighting automatically adjusts depending upon the amount of light in the room using ambient light sensors. Motion sensors detect a users hand as they approach to turn the backlighting on and to turn it back off when their hands move away. The company claims that as "a result, you’ll enjoy bright, precise illumination and more battery life — up to 10 days of battery life without recharging." Sheesh.

Apart from its flashy features, the keyboard has a micro-USB cable that recharges the device while it's being used. It also uses Logitech's so-called "PerfectStroke" key system, which is claimed to make keys quieter and Logitech's Incurve keys to make typing more quiet. Additionally, the letters and characters on the keys are claimed to be durable and won’t wear off.