Lenovo ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II Product Tour

[@aakashm9962]

Man... didn't know I wanted this.

[@SHowe22]

Same

[@qwertt14]

Me neither

[@ZeFoxii]

Aakash Mandava now if only they add a numpad on the side

[@changsta2004]

But it's also 100 dollars on their website.. You can get a much better keyboard for that.. I like the Thinkpad trackpad on my laptop but I'm not paying 100 for a 2nd.

[@hennwei]

good to know im not alone.

[@user-uw1wq9rj8g]

The best keyboard ever on a laptop now comes in a portable product

[@kunaalchand109]

The ctrl and fn button placement are the only things that annoys me :/

[@punksjutgbd]

This is another release of the same keyboard plus a few extra features. It already arrived quite some time ago.

[@louielee3583]

@@kunaalchand109 FYI, it would be possible to switch the ctrl and fn buttons in an app called Lenovo Vantage, if it happens that you are using a Lenovo laptop or PC. :D

[@andrew_7_155]

Louie LEE I think you can download that on non Lenovo PCs too

[@louielee3583]

@@andrew_7_155 oh really? I thought it was exclusive... Thanks for the info btw!

[@CSqrdX]

Please add a version with a numeric keypad for those of us who do spreadsheet work.

[@wilyamiyoo]

This would definitely be a hit with those office geeks indeed!

[@sebastienban6074]

@Zelda Morningstar plot twist of the century

[@Rabolisk]

Or just release a standalone numpad

[@Octamed]

They *did the ultranav. An updated version would be great

[@cuongnguyenviet]

I hope so. I work in excel a lot so I waiting for number keypad

[@remusilies9942]

It's only available in the US store and that doesn't ship in the U.K. I want to buy it asap. When will it be available in Europe?

[@masterofdizzzaster]

I have it for a while now. It is honestly fantastic, for couple of reasons. The type feel is obviously amazing, I never had a thinkpad so i cant compare, but i do have a macbook m2 and i like these keys a lot better than those on a mac. Connectivity never failed me, it is consistent and very fast to connect. the battery life is amazing, i charge it only every month or so, i honestly dont even know because it is so unobstrusive (you can still use it while it charges). It is very slim, so it fits in a small bag with a table perfectly, it always accompanies me wherever i go. The trackpoint is on a stiffer side, it tires me a little bit, but it is not a huge issue. occasional drift that the trackpoint gets (it happened a couple of time to me) can be instantly fixed by a reset. the fact that this is both mouse and keyboard makes this device so so amazing to carry with you. you can use it with your phone or tablet if you need a better input in a pinch. I can honestly only recommand this. it performes its job with flying colors and as a keyboard enthusiast i never found such a complete and convenient package before. 5/5 stars

[@amangowalkar]

My Neighbour had a Think Pad Back in 2005-2006; as a kid, I was so fascinated every time I used it, These are Memories, looking forward to getting this keyboard!

[@Lenovo]

Sounds like your neighbor had the right idea!

[@amangowalkar]

@@Lenovo 😁👌

[@xiaoyu88]

@@Lenovo There is tremendous wish for a full size keyboard, a 100%, not even 96%...Please make it happen, look at the comments. We want a full keyboard with trackpoint please!!!!

[@chavylevy7355]

Finally Lenovo!!! After so many years... What about the Function and Ctrl keys? Can they be swapped?

[@leroylimll]

would be great if there is a full sized desktop keyboard like that with the same feel as a typing on a thinkpad.

[@AndeyKurniawan]

there is.. *was.. its callled the SK-8835. just waiting for it to be resurrected.

[@WaffleusRex]

There's also the Tex Shinobi, a mechanical keyboard with the layout of the T410.

[@JaredJanhsen]

@@WaffleusRex I have the original Tex Yoda that I bought on Massdrop about 6 years ago. It's been a fantastic keyboard. TEX released the Yoda II which can still be found at some mechanical keyboard stores online. I now have a Shinobi on pre-order and it looks like they're set to ship in the next couple weeks.

[@omegasak1752]

They're too busy trying to be Apple, while all of us want them to be ThinkPad...

[@DanielHeeris]

Try looking up Dell KM717, it is amazeballs. I use it both at work and at home. Best keyboard I ever used, it beats the Thinkpad carbon, and is full sized.

[@ajoydas-Watch-It]

Typed on it a few times in the 90s and never forgot the feeling of it, finally bought one today exited to catch those feelings again.

[@videowatcher495]

If it was back lit, that would be AWESOME!

[@antonioio95]

No, because you have to sacrifice PBT plastic to let the light pass through, but ABS (the type of plastic used for backlight)is not as good

[@videowatcher495]

@@antonioio95 It's lenovo they can find ways to make it work. All these companies can if they are willing to.

[@antonioio95]

@@videowatcher495 no, it's physically impossible, it's in the nature of the plastic

[@valamilamasag]

@@antonioio95 Ever heard of dual shot keycaps?...

[@antonioio95]

@@valamilamasag Yes, double shot. ABS, non PBT

[@SC-yy4sw]

Great product. I've been using it for 1 year now. The only downside is the "print screen" system key... I would have liked to have been able to remap it to another Super/Windows key.

[@aitaix]

Can you still change the Ctrl and Fn keys around?

[@alecaddd]

This looks awesome. Would that be compatible with Ubuntu?

[@kimtruong4676]

I have the first gen Thinkpad Bluetooth Keyboard KT-1255 and I love it for general web browsing and CAD. Recently, I started coding, and the TrackPoint performance on it felt like a generic Synaptics you would find on an HP or Dell. It felt disconnected from my true intention. I then dusted off my much older Thinkpad USB keyboard SK-8855 and wow! This is a true Thinkpad experience. The keys felt bigger and my fingers slipped into home position instantly. Also, the trackpoint experience was more in tuned with my intentions, it had much more precision. I think the driver for this older USB keyboard were written in house by Lenovo, not contracted out to Synaptics. USB powered SK-8855 has more precision and bigger feeling keys with correct amount of key spring rate where I can rest my fingers and the keys stay up. Bluetooth KT-1255 keys feel really small and light springs. The weight of my fingers resting on the home keys often register a key press. Very annoying having to delete these unintended key presses.

[@Octamed]

I agree. I still use my sk8835 full size and have bought any local ones as spares because I get the bad feeling it'll never be bettered

[@benisrood]

The keyboard is also flimsy plastic and flexes, it lacks the solidity and stability of the keyboard installed in a laptop.

[@Merkier3456]

When will this Keyboard finally be available in Europe/Germany ? It was supposed to be available in May, now it's July and still no availability.

[@tanis64]

You can order it now in some online-shops. (like here at cyberport, but first charges are out of stock already) www.cyberport.de/pc-und-zubehoer/eingabegeraete/tastaturen/lenovo/pdp/4n31-007/lenovo-thinkpad-trackpoint-tastatur-ii-4y40x49507-.html

[@Merkier3456]

@@tanis64 Thanks for the reply! Fortunately I ordered mine a few days ago at Cyberport and got it already 👍🏻

[@tanis64]

@@Merkier3456 I ordered mine a few weeks ago, it was deliverd today, also from cyberport.

[@tobit6890]

when will be german layout available?

[@TomerBenDavid]

Any difference in typing experience from 1st Gen wired USB?

[@salvarez]

Can you please update the software so I can swap the Fn and Crtl keys?

[@RMX.Studio]

Will this work with 2020 12.9" iPad Pro?

[@MarekLysek]

Will it work with Linux? Have you already tried to connect it with Linux based OS? Thank you.

[@baldino9165]

Is this better than a cherry/outemu blue mechanical keyboard?

[@sheikhshakilakhtar6844]

Where can I buy this being in India? What about compatibility with GNU/Linux and BSDs?

[@johannesgreve2356]

When does it come to Germany with QWERTZ?

[@MarkEichin]

Is it really wireless *only*? All the complexity to support USB-C charging and it doesn't actually *work* over USB?

[@reiderPQ]

Support Windows, Android... Have you thought about adding macOS or iOS support?

[@stefra8935]

This keyboard support linux distros?

[@lukathegarlic]

Hey @Lenovo, I don't see any information on lenovo.com/de When would the keyboard be available?

[@PeterBriersPlus]

Same, but wondering for Belgium!

[@sevenedus]

Scheint, als wäre es noch nicht veröffentlicht worden

[@leitodwzbill]

www.lenovo.com/us/en/accessories-and-monitors/new-arrivals/KBD-BO-TrackPoint-KBD-US-Eng/p/4Y40X49493

[@D4vidbeck]

It mentions Windows and Android, but does it work with an IPad too?

[@tylerdao136]

same question

[@saab_9]

Nice looking keyboard but what about ergonomics ?

[@rswow]

Do the keys make clicking sounds? I need a QUIET light touch keyboard.

[@danielszulc9574]

any plans to add fingerprint scanner there?

[@truongthaian6850]

I come from Vietnam. I am using lenovo computer. I want to buy the product: ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II. I can't find the purchase link. Please help me. Thank you very much

[@youp1tralala]

A good update to the older model

[@BorosBlake]

Really nice, just if I could understand, why they not put backlight in, easily would fit there. Rather have 1 month or 2 week battery life, but have backlight.

[@tartak17]

Is it ok for gamers? Can you invert joystick movements? Also I use Calculator app would be great to get additional USB numeric keyboard!!!

[@PatPatych]

Why would I buy this instead of proper mechanical keyboard? Not saying Thinkpad keyboards are any bad... but are they better than proper Cherry switches?

[@vimalalwaysrocks]

The production quality of this video though!! 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼 Makes me want to buy it

[@CanonIxus2011]

This keyboard doesn't come with backlit right?

[@choshi007]

Does the Fn key register on the computer as a keypress on it's own? This wasn't the case with the old Compact USB keyboard

[@misiekziomal7121]

Fn - CTRL swap is a must, maybe firmware update to do that?

[@SlionsDotNet]

I wonder if the trackpoint scrolling with middle button will work on Android? I'm typing this with the previous generation of that keyboard on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 and it ain't working. Middle mouse button brings you to the home screen and launches the voice assistant.

[@notlocalhorst]

i have the previous version which is not usable because the trackpoint acts whenever it wants. From the manual: Problem: The TrackPoint cursor drifts when the computer is turned on or after the computer resumes normal operation. Solution: The cursor might drift when you are not using the TrackPoint during normal operation. This is a normal feature of the TrackPoint and is not a defect. ... right ... using Thinkpad laptops for over 15 years and never had the problem but for the external keyboard it is normal.

[@moh.naufala.adnani2256]

Is it waterproof?

[@biswaMastAadmi]

will it be launched in India ?

[@A_Box]

PLEASE add the numeric keyboard on the right, that is really all there is to make this the perfect keyboard.

[@greatwanna]

I've never used a thinkpad but I've always heard of the reputation of the keyboard. Is it that good?

[@VeerMaharaj]

No its not.

[@of-ravens-claw]

A 7 row keyboard is good (i.stack.imgur.com/dlNc7.jpg) the new one shown in the video is absolute garbage.

[@aalleexx99990033]

Does this product supports Mac OS system?

[@NickShvelidze]

Ah yes, the only 2 operating systems in the world, Windows and Android

[@a55tech]

Nick Shvelidze select Windows for Linux

[@IdRatherNotHaveAHandleThankYou]

A55tech And Windows should work for iPadOS too.

[@herohour6496]

Windows is terrible and Android is unreliable

[@a55tech]

@@herohour6496 that probably just means user is tech-illiterate

[@a55tech]

@@herohour6496 though agreed that Android sux, it's because Java makes it DOA.

[@pd5156]

Swap fn with ctrl or at least give us a chance to make it from software level...

[@Chkoupinator]

I just noticed that, that's indeed stupid

[@harrytsang1501]

*At a hardware level, I doubt they will create a mapping companion app for every single platforms.

[@cooler2236]

own a lenovo e595 - you can swap those either in BIOS, either by lenovo software in windows. what is your problem?

[@TomislavCapan]

Захарченко Станислав doesn't work for this, BIOS setting doesn't control the Bluetooth keyboard.

[@Ramkakh]

Ah the Fn key, the great Thinkpad debate.

[@kimjeyong2474]

So can we use this with the iPad Pro with cursor ?^^

[@mattkraig]

Joe “I love my ThinkPad for writing bits” Rogan

[@piyushppatil]

Not available on Lenovo website. Where can i buy it from ?

[@joshgilley5387]

@@piyushppatil www.lenovo.com/us/en/accessories-and-monitors/new-arrivals/KBD-BO-TrackPoint-KBD-US-Eng/p/4Y40X49493

[@windows.95]

did he really say that lol what episode

[@mvargasmoran]

@@windows.95 he did. I don't remember, but I believe it was Marques "MKBHD Brownlee" JRE.

[@asutoshbiswal8906]

I want to like this comment but it's on 69

[@ksojoel]

Is spanish layout version coming soon?

[@martingru]

Thinkpad user here ,such a great keyboard but no backlit man kinda deal breaker for me please ,if that possible include one in next iteration. Greetings.

[@jonathanquarles3708]

Imagine if they made a laptop with this in it

[@kadalkol]

They shady do.. I think it’s called a Thinkpad..

[@pham3383]

They did ,have you ever heard of Thinkpad x1 carbon extreme

[@TinoPetersson]

A moment of silence for the people who don't get sarcasm...

[@lukmly013]

@@TinoPetersson It will be hopefully repaired in next patch

[@L2002]

that's not possible this keyboard is wireless, or if you mean thinkpad laptop

[@lucienbellamy2138]

Can I use with my iPad?

[@pixelatedmushroom]

Why isn't it available on Amazon

[@nelsonmcnamara]

no back light... again... and again....

[@americanexpress888]

How does this keyboard compare to sk-8855?

[@domtech]

This is one of those things no one asked for, but have seen it and now really want it. How the friggin hell do I get my hands on this pure finger goodness

[@laughingvampire7555]

I think it is time to make number III but please, I beg you make it with the 7 row layout

[@bartiz12]

Returned previous model and switched to MX Keys. No numerical keyboard, no option to swap Ctrl / FN keys, no back lighting. Also, they keys feel somewhat little worse to those in T440p laptop. Slightly less resistance and feedback.

[@xD-saleem]

Hi, i cant find this on amazon with the UK layout. could you add this please.

[@Empty_Vima]

loved it. Good quality? Why not with the Super button?

[@SzymonWeiss]

What about middle mouse button drivers??? When finaly?

[@Cooper3312000]

But no backlighting what year are we in?...

[@ratboyOwO]

make one with the keyboard of the older thinkpads like the T60

[@AllIlIIl]

does it work via usb typec wired mode?

[@sjukfan]

Please bring back the old Thinkpad X201/T420 style TrackPoint keyboard with a cable.

[@zaimwaqar2788]

The keyboard you're looking for, is the tex shinobi: a 7-row thinkpad style mechanical keyboard

[@accesser]

Very nice IBM had something similar that was for server racks many years ago it's like a modern refresh

[@tams805]

Looks great! Now how about an update to the ThinkVision LT1423?

[@piyushppatil]

Where can i buy it from ? Doesn’t show up on Lenovo website

[@harrytsang1501]

I have been wanting a thinkpad and not buying one because of the price, but this can easily one of the better keyboard for iPad and laptop

[@Turbo_TechnoLogic]

Does this only work with a Lenovo notebook/PC?

[@sevenhenson3926]

How much? Missed the ThinkPad. My company uses acer now

[@fryntiz]

No option for backlight? I need that to develop sometimes. I only use linux (Debian, Fedora, Gentoo), does plug & play work?

[@Lenovo]

Hello! This has no backlight still but got easy Bluetooth 5.0 (1:1) pairing. Keyboard Compatibility Windows - Full Linux - Partial To know more click this lnv.gy/3G3AYbd Thanks! Diox_Lenovo

[@Alxasaurus]

Does it have backlight too?

[@SlionsDotNet]

Any news as to when this is going to be available in regional market? I'll be looking to get an AZERTY variant.

[@arvindynr]

when will you put good screens on Thinkpad e series laptops? atleast 350 nits brightness, ips and 70% Adobe RGB accurate. Thinkpad e series suffers from poor displays with low 250 nits and poor RGB color gamet coverage. Not everyone can spend 1lac on T series.

[@VX2hugo]

Couldn't give a direct link to the product, could you?

[@megaspazos1496]

Linux support?

[@TheRockeyAllen]

Backlight is present?

[@llhu90ll]

Plug and play for linux too?

[@polov]

was it really that difficult to add key backlighting ...

[@googleuser9929]

Does anybody know the size of trackpoint cap? No info on official site. Is it normal size or low profile like t460p? Because low profile track point is hard to use, it's not very accurate. I hate trackpoint on my t460p, but normal size on my external keyboard SK-8855 is awesome. The only issue it's impossible to setup it via tp4table.dat (special setting for different apps) and I didn't find replacement for tp4table.dat on Linux.

[@shaha.m2543]

have backlights or not?

[@maplelief_dreaming]

oh, I'm such a track point fan. I use it on the laptop more than that trackpads... But would this be expensive?

[@lewy7601]

Water proof?

[@samraymi]

Does it work on Apple devices?

[@munlive5130]

Can I use on macbook M1 AIR?

[@sivasandilya366]

Will it work with iPad

[@NalinAirheart]

Hopefully the switches used are better than the first version.

[@yatishankarbandyopadhaya3097]

Is this available in India?

[@mohamedjanahi7536]

Does it work on macOS?

[@Joe-hb6ek]

Oh lenovo you just made it. An almost perfect Office laptop. I wish there was a Metal or Aluminium version of the thinkpad but still great.

[@贾炳锐]

0:46 the tablet on the right seems to be running Windows 10X UI

[@robinok1406]

Ohh yeah

[@TurboPikachu]

It is! 😮

[@arpit334]

U are right

[@popohim]

is there a full keyboard version

[@cheeseburgers4056]

Unpopular opinion: I love the position of the fn key and ctrl key. Fight me but don’t @ me.

[@prudentescent8886]

YES FINALLY SOMEONE I AGREE WITH!! People call me crazy but I can only use keyboards with the Ctrl key offset to the right of the bottom left corner.

[@qandak]

Trying to imagine your palm and fingers hitting Ctrl+A/S/Z... It may be pleasurable, of course, and that case is called masochism (no offense)

[@Tekstar85]

Good bro but where's the numba.

[@henryatkinson1479]

Now give us back the proper 7 row. Its absurd that I have to order parts from a special edition laptop, cut up my chassis, and flash my EC just to have a decent keyboard on my T480.

[@breakallthethings]

You don't have to. The default keyboard is great.

[@anup_saha_jk]

As a t480 owner and previously the owner of an x230, a thinkpad pad Yoga 12, and two t440's, the default keyboard is just as good as any think pad I've used and better than any other laptop outside of the thinkpad line

[@PoisonAlienful]

Does it work with Ubuntu?