It’s the Little Things..

Who doesn’t love gadgets? You know, the small (or large), generally unnecessary but cool “toys” of the tech world. It’s that time again: Gadget Review.

 

Enter the Rii Mini i8 handheld wireless keyboard. This ergonomically designed gadget comes with a charging cable and USB Bluetooth adapter. This means that the Rii is compatible with computers, Xbox 360 and One, PlayStation 3 and 4, most smart TV’s, as well as some internet-based TV boxes (such as Android or Google).

It’s powered by a 3.7 V lithium-ion battery that charges in roughly four hours and has a standby time of twenty days, and it can be used while charging if necessary.

As you may have noticed in the image above, there are a few extra buttons by the touch pad, mainly for use with computers:

 

 

1.       Opens the default media player

2.       Opens default email program

3.       Mute

4.       Left click

5.       Opens file search

6.       Opens file browser

7.       Opens default Internet browser

8.       Right click

Beyond these special hotkeys, there are media controls on the top left, as well as many function keys.

Now, some have many wireless gadgets, game controllers, and headsets, and need to know frequency and range. The Rii has a working range of ten meters at 2.4 GigaHertz (2.4GHz) with anti-interference technology.

Finally, the catch. Price. Well for all of you Amazon shoppers, the Rii is available for $16.99, with free shipping on orders over $35 a la Amazon Prime. Just for you, click here!

All in all, the Rii Mini i8 is a reliable, efficient gadget that’s cost effective for the college student. Happy gadget hunting!