Hardware
Google Japan Unveils Conveyor-Style Gboard Prototype
Google Japan has introduced the Gboard kurukuru, a prototype keyboard with a conveyor belt mechanism that allows users to type using moving keys.
October 1, 2026, 03:31 PM·iXBT

Google Japan has introduced the Gboard kurukuru, a prototype keyboard with a conveyor belt mechanism that allows users to type using moving keys.

EasyEDA and JLCPCB have integrated their design and manufacturing ecosystems to streamline the prototyping process for complex electronic hardware.

Researchers have created a low-cost method to manufacture touch-sensitive interfaces using standard office laser printers and PVC film.

A student project demonstrates the use of the NapiSci prototyping board to build a bedroom climate monitoring station that operates alongside wearable sleep-tracking sensors.
