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The Elgato Stream Deck is transitioning into a hardware-agnostic platform. On Monday, the company introduced a software version of the programmable shortcut device. Additionally, a module for integration in third-party products and DIY projects, an Ethernet dock, and an updated Stream Deck MK.2 with scissor-switch keys are also being unveiled.
Stream Deck MK.2 Scissor Keys
A new iteration of the popular Stream Deck MK.2 has been released, featuring scissor-switch keys instead of membrane keys. Scissor keys, commonly found on laptops such as modern MacBooks, offer a shorter travel distance and sharper actuation compared to the legacy MK.2’s keys.
The Stream Deck MK.2 Scissor Keys is priced at $150, with shipments commencing around early June.
Virtual Stream Deck
Virtual Stream Deck (VSD) is a software-based counterpart to the classic Stream Deck devices. The VSD features a familiar grid of programmable shortcut buttons, similar to those found on the Stream Deck MK.2 or XL. Users can configure the VSD in the same way as the hardware versions and place the interface anywhere on their desktop, pin it for quick access, or trigger it with a mouse click or hotkey.
Initially, the VSD will only be available to owners of Elgato devices or select Corsair peripherals, such as the Xeneon Edge and Scimitar Elite WE SE Mouse. The company plans to expand VSD availability to owners of additional devices in the future.
However, the VSD has a notable limitation: it only functions when a compatible accessory is connected to the computer. This means it cannot be used as a standalone virtual Stream Deck replacement, mirroring shortcuts on-the-go. Instead, it serves as a complement to Stream Deck hardware, providing additional shortcuts when connected.
Virtual Stream Deck will be available with the Stream Deck 7.0 beta software.
Stream Deck Modules
Stream Deck Modules can be integrated into hardware not manufactured by Elgato, allowing hobbyists, startups, and manufacturers to incorporate the OLED shortcut buttons into their DIY projects or products. These modules feature an aluminum chassis and are “ready to drop straight into a custom mount, machine, or product.”
The modules are available in six-, 15-, and 32-key variants, with prices starting at $50 for the six-key version, $130 for the 15-key version, and $200 for the 32-key version. Volume discounts are available for organizations.
Elgato Network Dock
The Elgato Network Dock provides Stream Deck devices with their own Ethernet connections, allowing for custom installations, remote stations, and more. The dock supports both Power over Ethernet (PoE) and non-PoE networks, with on-device IP configuration.
The Network Dock is priced at $80 and is set to ship in August.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/accessories/elgatos-stream-deck-breaks-free-from-the-companys-hardware-230052921.html?src=rss
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