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Grassy Computer Keyboards

The Midori by FILCO is Designed to Stimulate Your Fingers as You Type

— August 2, 2013 — Unique
Typing can be a rather monotonous task that can leave little to the imagination when it comes to tactile stimulation, which is where the Midori by FILCO can come in to offer a stylish and attractive option for the office. Featuring a grassy green exterior that can be touched and played with while typing away, the Midori by FILCO is a great way to help stimulate a sensory response without having to take a break.

Creativity when typing can sometimes come to a halt, which is something -- along with stylish design -- that the Midori by FILCO looks to help improve. What's more, the Midori by FILCO keyboard won't become covered in fingerprints or scratches because of the soft, lush surface.
Trend Themes
1. Tactile Stimulation Keyboards - Keyboards designed to stimulate tactile response while typing, providing an opportunity for companies to innovate with new materials and textures.
2. Interactive Workspaces - Devices like the Midori by FILCO are creating opportunities for interactive workspaces, where tools and gadgets are more than just functional, but also engage the senses for better creativity.
3. Sensory Product Design - Designers can focus on a sensory-first approach to product design, taking cues from products like the Midori and innovating with textures and materials to create new, functional products that also engage the user's senses.
Industry Implications
1. Computer Hardware - Computer hardware manufacturers can explore product designs similar to the Midori by FILCO, incorporating materials and textures that stimulate a tactile response.
2. Workspace Design - Workspace designers can incorporate tactile stimulation devices like the Midori by FILCO to create interactive, sensory-friendly office environments.
3. Product Design - Product designers can explore a sensory-first design approach in a variety of industries, taking cues from the Midori and creating functionally innovative products that also engage the user's senses.
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