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  "id": 7776981,
  "title": "Logitech releases the MX Keypad to keep idle fingers busy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/logitech-releases-the-mx-keypad-to-keep-idle-fingers-busy-7776981",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-09-16T11:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Register Science",
    "slug": "the-register-science",
    "url": "https://www.theregister.com/personal-tech/2026/09/16/logitech-releases-the-mx-keypad-to-keep-idle-fingers-busy/5296573"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Logitech has introduced the MX Keypad, a developer-oriented keypad built upon its MX Creative Console, reminiscent of the \"The Key\" joke from Stack Overflow. The MX Keypad is essentially a set of nine customizable keys that can trigger commands, available out-of-the-box with monochrome icons for playback, volume, screenshot taking, and an emoji panel. However, when connected to the Logi Options+ application, the keypad transforms into a more useful tool, displaying common commands or allowing users to tailor it to their preferences. The device functions as a Multi-App AI Control Center for Developers, developed in collaboration with keyboard enthusiasts. While the price is reasonable for a smart macro keypad, it is somewhat pricey for a simple USB-C-connected device and necessitates the use of Logitech's proprietary software. The MX Keypad features nine keys with customizable commands, a USB-C connection, and a stand for ergonomic placement on the desk. Despite its slightly unintuitive Logi Options+ software, the MX Keypad offers developers real-time agent status tracking, CLI control, and access to a marketplace for plugins with AI coding assistants. Priced at £89.99 ($99.99), the MX Keypad provides a practical and customizable solution for developers seeking to optimize their workflows.",
  "summary": "It looks like you're trying to write some code. Perhaps a shortcut is in order?",
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        "outlet": "The Register",
        "title": "Logitech releases the MX Keypad to keep idle fingers busy",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/logitech-releases-the-mx-keypad-to-keep-idle-fingers-busy",
        "published": "2026-09-16T11:15:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}