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Millions of us use a keyboard everyday and never really think of changing it, unless it breaks or is uncomfortable to type on.

Keyboards have come a long way since the beginning , there used to be just a few to choose from, but now your options are just about endless.

Below is a list of 10 cool and yet some are even weird keyboards, that might just make you think of changing your old boring one.

1. The SafeType keyboard. This keyboard is meant for touch typists and is supposed to be much more comfortable to use than a conventional keyboard. It looks quite the opposite to me.

2. The AlphaGrip AG-5. This is a keyboard and trackball in one, the letter keys are on one side and the trackball and number keys are on the other. The website states that you can type up to 70 words per minute.

3. The Ergodex DX1. This is a customisable keyboard, you can place the keys anywhere and then configure them until your heart is content using the software provided.

4. The Das keyboard. This keyboard has blank keys, (and as the website states) which allows you to type up to 100% faster, since there are no keys to look at when typing, your brain will quickly adapt and memorize the key positions. I would be interested to see if it really works.

5. The Saitek Eclipse Keyboard.This keyboard features patented TrueVu key illumination for use in any light, this one should impress your friends.

6. OrbiTouch Keyless keyboard. This keyboard has no keys and incorporates a mouse, it can be used by people who suffer from RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury), or people with other hand or finger injuries, or is even an alternative to your conventional keyboard.

7. The Rollup keyboard. The ultimate portable keyboard that you can roll up and take anywhere, has wider keys such as the “Space’ and “Backspace” keys which contain multiple sensors to improve typing accuracy.

8. Virtual Laser keyboard.This gadget keyboard can be used with Blackberrys, Smartphones, Pocket PC/PDAs, Mac or PC users. It uses a laser beam to generate a full-size perfectly operating laser keyboard

9. Wolf King Round Type keyboard.This is a 2-in-1 PC gamepad and keyboard, and has a backlight for those hardcore gamers to play after hours.

10. Maxim Split Adjustable keyboard. For maximum comfort, this keyboard can be used split or closed depending on your preference.

Do you have a really cool keyboard or do you use the one you got with your pc?

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