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The Multipurpose Keyboard Garage (and USB Hub) < One Last Try >

By: Michael Cavada

For all of you loyal followers, (236 of you that voted) I decided to try one more time. If I fail again I promise to send my item to the island of misfit products. (Anyone familiar with the classic claymation "Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer" and misfit toys?) I will add a few additional pics and try to incorporate only the simplest low cost ideas that were suggested last time. ...so here goes... Design Brief: ...best if done to the tune of "Vince the ShamWow/SlapChop Guy". When you need that extra desk space, and want to avoid placing things on top of your keyboard, then use the Multipurpose Keyboard Garage. It keeps your desk neat, your keyboard covered, and gives you more room when not using the computer. It also has easy access USB ports. The top of the unit is great for holding your digital camera, flash drives (split stick), cell phone and keys. The Keyboard Garage can easily slide under most computer monitors allowing for maximum desk space. What else? It can also work with your laptop. Under, over, or use it directly on your lap to avoid the heat. It protects from spills. (are ya gettin' this camera guy?) There's even small storage space and a lights inside when used with a powered USB port. (All you need to do is vote, because I can't be here all week) Hey, and if you don't like it, then hopefully I made you laugh! I've worked on a rough (ugly) prototype but have gotten positive feedback from other computer instructors. I see this as not only for single individual purchase but bulk purchases from all levels of educational institutions. It's practical, multifunctional, eye pleasing, simple and low cost. Quirky? ... Did I mention it's "a garage for your keyboard"?

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  • Michael Vladimirsky 6 days ago

    I am absolutely charmed by this product and will place an order very soon.
    A couple of friendly thoughts :
    1.Why not the USB 3.0? - this new standard will take over the anyway.
    2.Why not to add a card reader?- at least for SD cards
    3.Is it possible eliminate power cord - power just by USB?
    All mentioned above could turn the SPACE BAR into a perfect item,I guess...
    These few thing that I wanted to share with you.
    I gonna buy one anyway....

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    • Michael Vladimirsky 7 days ago

      Dear Quirky Representative,
      My name is Michael Vladimirsky and I reside in Toronto,Canada.
      I am very interested in buying product called "spacebar" from you.
      However before I place an order I would like to get more info about mentioned above product.
      Is it possible to get the real pictures of the product and retail package pictures as well?
      Is any way to get full specifications of this product (including precise dimensions)?
      Would you be so kind attach an instruction manual and quick setup guide files for this product.
      Please advise how much you will charge for shipping and delivery to Toronto,Canada.
      Thanks a lot in advance.

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      • Thomas Lawn 15 days ago | 1 Replies

        Any chance this is going to be made bigger? My keyboard is 20" wide, but what would be really awesome would be a 36" model capable of supporting two monitors. Alas, given what appears to be manufacturing difficulties, that may not be possible.

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        • Jeff Morris 16 days ago

          Does this have room for both the wireless keyboard, and the magic trackpad (both Apple) underneath?

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          • Jessica Marati 21 days ago

            You may have already reached this conclusion, but it looks like there will be some delays on this product. I've held off on updating the timelines until I had some updated info for y'all, and it looks like I may have to hold off a bit longer. Trust me: as soon as we receive new dates, I'll pass the info along to you. For now, I've removed the production timeline completely until I can update it with new information.

            If you want to discuss this product with other Quirky community members, please check out the forum thread dedicated to this subject: http://www.quirky.com/forums/topic/449. Looking forward to continuing the convo!

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            • Michael Cavada 22 days ago

              Here is a clip from Ben on the latest info. Sorry the beginning is a little choppy. If the embedded file still doesn't show below, then here is the youtube link... Space Bar

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              • ZingerIntl 22 days ago

                Vaporware is a word used to describe products, usually computer hardware or software, that were not released on the date announced by their developer.

                Not to take sides, but this is a very rare business model that Quirky operates on. You can call it vaporware but the entire product line is created on this site from the community. They were not claiming to make a product thats never been seen, or something that changes lives. They only made their best estimations to delivery.

                Now, the lack of updates is annoying. I dont mind waiting, as long as I know why I am waiting.

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                • luis enrique remus iii phd md 24 days ago

                  just NOW got off of the telephone with one of the "oh so knowledgeable marketing mouthpieces" and the claim now is that they are "in production" for the final product because the samples supplied by the "manufacturer" were not of the quality they had wanted/expected. but aren't you supposed to "bless" the product BEFORE you go full force into production? i am just asking mind you...

                  i let her know that i felt she would go "far" in the marketing world and thanked her for her time.

                  you know, this brings to mind the term VAPORWARE...

                  i'll see...perhaps one day.

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                  • luis enrique remus iii phd md 24 days ago

                    just NOW got off of the telephone with one of the "oh so knowledgeable marketing mouthpieces" and the claim now is that they are "in production" for the final product because the samples supplied by the "manufacturer" were not of the quality they had wanted/expected. but aren't you supposed to "bless" the product BEFORE you go full force into production? i am just asking mind you...

                    i let her know that i felt she would go "far" in the marketing world and thanked her for her time.

                    you know, this brings to mind the term VAPORWARE...

                    i'll see...perhaps one day.

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                    • Christopher Cancelmi 24 days ago

                      The last time I spoke to a representative (in April) I was told of a 'material' issue and that the launch was moved to August 14. I spoke today and now they don't have a date, but and the same issue exists - huh?

                      How about an accurate update

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                      • luis enrique remus iii phd md 26 days ago

                        well, the last comment was supposedly left two days ago...and not even an acknowledgment. since the date for receipt in the usa warehouse is "predicted/projected" to be within the next 48 hours, one WOULD think that at this point a shipping manifest and tracking information would provide us, the EARLY customers with something for our PATIENCE.

                        so fess up and let us know!!!

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                        • Jess Moran 28 days ago

                          Quirky, can we get some updates with new pictures and how the design process is going, also are we on track with shipping dates and milestones? Updates with new pictures please!

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                          • Adrian Turner 29 days ago

                            Hello - any updates? All seems to have gone quiet and milestones appear to have not been met.

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                            • Aliana Lopez de Victoria about 1 month ago

                              I will love to see the pics from the product testing... I want to see the final product, I'm waiting for mine!

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                              • ZingerIntl about 1 month ago

                                I am excited to see if there are any pictures from product testing yesterday. See what our final product looks like.

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                                • ZingerIntl about 1 month ago | 1 Replies

                                  There are a lot of different renderings, and suggestions of where the USB ports will be. (2 front 4 rear and what not) what is the final design gonna look like. Sorry if this is somewhere and I have missed it. Thank you again.

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                                  • Danielle Alvarez about 1 month ago

                                    Hi Quirks! Sorry for the delay. The approximate dimensions of the Space Bar are 22" across, 6.5" deep, and 2" tall as of now. Keep in mind that these measurements may change slightly during the manufacturing process.

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                                    • ZingerIntl about 1 month ago

                                      I have looked, but can not find the actual dimensions. Do you have the final dimensions?

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                                      • Tony Cheung 2 months ago

                                        Thanks Mic, when will it be ready for shipment if I order it now?

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                                        • Michael Cavada 2 months ago

                                          I'm sorry...Copy and paste this link...

                                          http://www.amazon.com/SCOTLAND-TWO-ADAPTERS-Description-compatible-countries/dp/B00349OSOS/ref=pd_sbs_a_4

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