# Mechanical Typewriter PC Keyboards The Adesso AKB-636 Keyboard is Inspired by Typewriter Keyboards By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typewriter-keyboards References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/adesso-akb-636-mechanical-keyboard-22-02-2017/) & [adesso](http://www.adesso.com/products/product-detail-374.html) The [Adesso](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-ergonomic-keyboard) AKB-636 keyboard is a new peripheral designed with typewriter keyboards in mind as a way to enhance the typing capabilities of users with a retro aesthetic. Capable of being used with computers via USB connectivity, the Adesso AKB-636 keyboard features rounded buttons that are purported to offer smooth operation for up to 50-million keystrokes. The Adesso AKB-636 [retro typewriter keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mdr-dasher-keyboard) are outfitted with multifunctional hotkeys for quickly accessing computer programs and beyond with just a single button. The keyboard features N-Key Rollover functionality that enables multiple keystrokes to be performed at the same time. The keyboard peripheral is purported to offer a truly exceptional usage experience thanks to the [mechanical design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-kw-550-mx-lp) that requires a certain level of force to be applied just like with a typewriter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 97% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mechanical Keyboards:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing mechanical keyboards with a retro typewriter aesthetic to enhance typing capabilities. - **N-key Rollover Functionality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing keyboards with N-Key Rollover functionality to enable multiple keystrokes at the same time. - **Hotkeys for Program Access:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating keyboards with multifunctional hotkeys for quick access to computer programs. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing mechanical typewriter keyboards as a new line of computer peripherals. - **Technology Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding the market for retro typewriter keyboards in the technology accessories industry. - **UI/UX Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating N-Key Rollover functionality and hotkeys in UI/UX design to enhance user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azio.md) - [Timeless Typewriter Keyboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeless-typewriter-keyboard-design.md) - [Typewriter-Style PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-aluminum-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Nostalgic 90s Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-1800-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Early Computer-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-keyboard-m-edition.md) - [80s Computer-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-c64-edition-retro-keyboard.md) - [Nostalgic Gamer Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Retro-Themed Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [AI-Powered Ergonomic Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-ergonomic-keyboard.md)