# Laptop-Inspired Keyboards The Lenovo ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II Has a Familiar Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-05-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-thinkpad-trackpoint-keyboard-ii References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/lenovo-thinkpad-trackpoint-keyboard/) & [lenovo](https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/accessories-and-monitors/new-arrivals/KBD-BO-TrackPoint-KBD-US-Eng/p/4Y40X49493?clickid=VsLwwuUIqxyOU020TWXZ0S3wUkiz1V2Ai1e0yE0&irgwc=1&PID=10078&acid=ww%3Aaffiliate%3Abv0as6) Fans of the iconic [Lenovo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-3) (previously [IBM](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ibm-consulting)) ThinkPad laptop are sure to welcome the Lenovo ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II as a peripheral that will bring the aesthetic of the business-focused solution to any desktop setup. The keyboard features the iconic design of the ThinkPad laptop including the red TrackPoint dot in the middle and boasts dish-shaped ergonomic keycaps. Users can easily pair it with their choice of system thanks to the dual-connectivity design that can be used with either a Bluetooth or USB-A connection. The Lenovo ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II is priced at just $100, and offers support for both Windows and Android devices to let users bring a touch of [nostalgic computing design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard) to their setup. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-inspired Peripherals:** Companies can explore designing and manufacturing retro-inspired peripherals to tap into the nostalgia market. - **Dual-connectivity Design:** Adopting dual-connectivity designs for peripherals can enhance user experience and convenience, offering flexible usage with various systems. - **Ergonomic Keycaps:** Incorporating ergonomic keycaps into the design of peripherals can increase comfort and efficiency during extended periods of use. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Computer Peripherals:** Manufacturers of computer peripherals such as keyboards and mice can capitalize on the growing demand for retro-inspired designs and dual-connectivity options. - **Gaming Accessories:** Companies producing gaming accessories such as keyboards and controllers can leverage the trend of ergonomic keycaps to improve the gaming experience for users. - **Office Products:** Office supply manufacturers can benefit from offering computer peripherals with a retro-inspired design to create a sense of nostalgia and familiarity for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactile Minimalist Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-3.md) - [Early Computer-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-keyboard-m-edition.md) - [Stylish Aftermarket Keyboard Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-slim-x3.md) - [AI Button-Customized Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incase-compact-ergonomic-keyboard.md) - [80s Computer-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-c64-edition-retro-keyboard.md) - [Nostalgic 90s Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-1800-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Adaptable Keyboard Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-concept.md) - [Dual Screen-Equipped Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/machenike-kt84.md) - [Dedicated AI Button Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ergonomic-keyboard.md)