# Fully-Loaded Computer Keyboards The Versatile Das Keyboard 4 Has Dedicated Multimedia Controls By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-04-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/das-keyboard References: [hexus.net](http://hexus.net/tech/news/peripherals/67885-das-keyboard-4-launched-includes-hi-fi-volume-knob/) & [daskeyboard](http://www.daskeyboard.com/blog/introducing-the-new-das-keyboard-4-mechanical-keyboard/) Highly regarded computer keyboard manufacturer Das Keyboard is releasing its latest offering, the Das Keybaord 4. The Das Keyboard has been a favorite among typists due to its minimalist design, key feedback and sturdy structure. However, previous editions of the Das Keyboard lacked the media keys used by rivals such as [Logitech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mx-mouse) and [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-ergonomic-keyboard). The Das Keyboard 4 contains the strong fundamental keyboard features of previous editions, but has a number of upgrades, the most noticeable of which is a giant volume knob on the upper right corner. The volume knob is complemented by various [dedicated media controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/launchkey-mk4). For added comfort, the Das Keyboard 4 comes with a magnetic foot-bar that can be used to incline the keyboard at a perfect 4-degree angle. According to Daniel Guermeur, creator of the Das Keyboard, the Das Keyboard 4 is “an order-of-magnitude improvement over past generation Das Keyboards.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multimedia Keyboard Evolution:** The demand for multimedia keys in keyboard alternatives presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for vendors. - **Mechanical Keyboard Revolution:** The development of comfortable mechanical keyboards is a disruptive innovation opportunity for keyboard manufacturers. - **Inclined Keyboard Design:** The pursuit of ergonomic keyboard designs, such as inclining, offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for computer accessory manufacturers. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Accessories:** Vendors in the computer accessories industry can disrupt the multimedia keyboard market by developing products with dedicated media controls. - **Keyboard Manufacturing:** Keyboard manufacturers aiming to disrupt the industry could consider developing more comfortable mechanical keyboards with a minimalist design and sturdy structure. - **Ergonomic Accessories Manufacturing:** Manufacturers specialized in ergonomic accessories can offer disruptive products by developing innovating ergonomic keyboard designs, such as inclining keyboards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Utility-Focused Gunmetal Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mactigr.md) - [Professional-Focused Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6-pro.md) - [Unique Maximalist Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gk104-pro.md) - [High-Performing Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mx-mouse.md) - [Multipurpose PC Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cr840.md) - [Transparent Silicone Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-v4.md) - [DAC-Equipped Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kb3.md) - [Compact Aluminum Knob Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemokey-x4.md) - [Sleek Workflow-Enhancing Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knob-1-keyboard.md)