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Apple Newton MessagePad Keyboard X0044
| Apple Newton MessagePad Keyboard X0044 | |
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| Switch | IBM buckling rubber sleeve over membrane |
| Sense method | Conductive membrane assembly |
| Protocol | Serial |
| Keycaps | Pad-printed ABS |
The Apple Newton MessagePad Keyboard (model X0044) was a small form-factor keyboard for the Apple Newton personal digital assistant (PDA). It was introduced by Apple in early 1996 alongside the release of Newton OS 2.0.1) It was designed by Lexmark for Apple and is derived from IBM Model M6-1 keyboard assemblies such as those found on period IBM ThinkPad and Lexmark Lexbook laptops.