# PC-Packed Folding Keyboards The Pipo KB2 Compact PC is a Folding Keyboard with a Computer Inside By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-pc References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/pipo-kb2-mini-pc-enclosed-in-folding-keyboard-19-04-2016/) A folding keyboard and a compact PC aren't new ideas, but the Pipo KB2 looks to help merge these two ideas into one powerful product. Taking the best design aesthetics of a [travel folding keyboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amber-kb-1) into account, the Pipo KB2 packs the components of a PC inside the small frame. Set to be made available in May 2016, the Pipo KB2 keyboard is packed with 4GB of RAM, an [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gpd-micropc-2) Atom Cherry Trail processor and 64GB of internal storage. The market for [compact PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aoostar-gflip) is steadily increasing as consumers come to realize the functionality possible with a product that's full-featured yet inherently portable. The Pipo KB2 can operate for several hours thanks to the internal battery pack before needing to be plugged in. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compact PC Keyboards:** The merging of compact PC's and foldable keyboards represents disruptive innovation opportunities in portable workspaces and mobile computing industries. - **PC Components Integration:** Future advancements in integrating PC components into everyday items will create new opportunities in product design and innovation. - **Portable Pc's with Internal Batteries:** The rise of portable PCs with internal batteries is creating innovative opportunities in numerous industries, including business, travel, and entertainment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** The tech industry will continue to be impacted by the merger of compact PCs and folding keyboards, opening up opportunities to produce game-changing products. - **Business:** Portable workspaces represent a quickly growing niche; custom, versatile, & intuitive PC-compatible tools will be in high demand by business professionals. - **Travel:** Mobile computing enhances upon ideal travel companionship, and the Pipo KB2 stands as an example, providing an easier and seamless travel experience for consumers that are always on-the-go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Keyboard PC Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1999-keyboard-pc.md) - [Foldable Workstation Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keygo-gen2.md) - [Keyboard PC Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-eliteboard-g1a.md) - [Ultra-Efficient Keyboard PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentaform-abacus-pc.md) - [Keyboard AI PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eliteboard-g1a.md) - [PC-Packed Keyboard Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bapaco-keyboard.md) - [All-in-One Tablet Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skfp-combo-keyboard.md) - [Pocket-Sized Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pockcombo.md) - [Folding Handheld PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penkesu.md)