What if you waited for a letter to arrive instead of reaching for it? That is the idea behind the conveyor keyboard introduced by Google Japan’s Gboard team on October 1, 2026.
29 keys per belt
The announcement describes 29 keys on each belt, pressed as they pass. There are no plans to sell it; DIY designs are available.
Two build editions
The build guide adds an important distinction. Moving Keys Edition and Bluetooth Connection Edition are separate versions, and the latter is still marked “Coming soon.” A moving mechanism alone does not demonstrate completed wireless text entry.
V’s view
V’s view. The interesting shift is from distance to timing. How comfortable would waiting for the next key feel? We have not tested typing speed or comfort; this is a reading of the design.