Apple has patented a MacBook keyboard with customizable buttons that use built-in LEDs. About informs Apple Insider version.
According to the tech release, Apple plans to release a keyboard with a series of LEDs embedded in each key. They are necessary for displaying the desired letters and symbols on the keys, depending on the set layout. In addition, emoticons and icons of various functions of the programs running on the laptop can be displayed on the keyboard.
Another feature of the new keyboard could be the switch box made of aluminum. It is noted that this is necessary in order to bring the buttons and laptop case into one style. As planned, the keyboard and case will be the same hue when the MacBook is shut down.
Apple Insider noted that Apple has previously released a laptop with an aluminum keyboard – the PowerBook G4. The model was updated from 2001 to 2006. Then the device used the classic backlighting of the keys.
Formerly socialbites.ca Wrote Apple will pay $395 compensation to MacBook buyers who have trouble using the butterfly keyboard.