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Key Layout and Special Power Feature Many portable PDA keyboards have shortcut and function keys that allow some keys to do double or even trip duty, thus reducing the number of keys and size of the keyboard. The Belkin G700 keyboard uses the function keys for launching applications and navigating inside applications. You can launch most commonly used Pocket PC apps by simply pressing Fn plus another key. For example, Fn + W launches Pocket Word, Fn + E launches Pocket Excel. You can use function keys to launch Inbox, Calendar, Tasks, Notes, Contacts, and IE among other apps. In addition, you can assign Hotkeys (Fn + 0 through 9) to any applications that you use often that aren't on the default function launch list. The keys on Belkin G700 are just slightly smaller than the ones on my laptop. To keep the keyboard size down, the G700 has to combine Tab and Escape to the same key with the help from Fn to shift between two modes. The same goes for Enter and OK, Caps Lock and Number Lock, arrow keys and page up/down keys. The left Shift key is full sized while the right Shift key is half sized. You can also use keys such as OK or Home with Fn combination. Despite all these accommodations made to fit a small frame, I really like the key layout because there is no gap between keys anywhere and there is no split on the Space Bar. As far as I can tell, there is no support for any currency other than US Dollar and no foreign language support. Another nice thing about the G700 is that it’s designed with an electronic circuit that accepts AC power. If you are using the keyboard for long period of time, you can just plug the power into the receptacle on the side of the keyboard. Your PDA will get charged as you are typing with the keyboard. (Note, this feature only supports the PDAs equipped with rechargeable batteries as standard equipments and it is not compatible with after market recharging products.) Conclusion Thanks to its small size and lightweight, the Belkin G700 is extremely portable. The key layout is logical and convenient with the exception of international currency and character support. The key spacing and travel feels very comfortable. The power plug is a very nice touch for people who take long notes on their PDAs. The price is more affordable than some other foldable full size PDA keyboards. Specs: |
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