Introduction

The keyboard segment of the computing industry is a relatively stable market with similar product lines from a number of manufacturers. Most QWERTY keyboards can be segmented into traditional keyboards or split style keyboards such as the Microsoft Natural Keyboard (which angles and separates the keys to provide an ergonomic way of typing). Any other innovation in keyboard design has recently involved either adding specialized function keys or adding USB ports or cutting the keyboard cable thereby making it wireless. A company called Auravision has decided to take a different and unique approach by creating a keyboard that provides illumination to the keys for low light or dark environments. The end result of their work is in the form of a product called the EluminX keyboard. Let’s see if this keyboard is more than just a keyboard with lights shall we?

Company Background

Before we dive into the review of the EluminX keyboard, let’s take a quick look at who Auravision is since I’m sure many of you have never heard of this company (I sure didn’t!). Auravision is the result of the merger between two companies based in California – Ennova Corporation and GWD Group. Auravision has primarily focused on using a patented ElectroLuminescent technologym, which was first used for military applications such as ruggedized laptops, to create unique products such as the EluminX keyboard for consumer use. The company’s tag line is “_get illuminated”.