A timeline of IBM keyboard history

IBM introduces the TrackPoint II Keyboard (Black) (Model M13) under the OPTIONS by IBM brand. Whilst it is only a visual (raven black) variant of the existing IBM-branded M13, it will still become one of IBM's most iconic specific Model M variants. IBM introduces the ThinkPad 701C and 701Cs notebook computers, IBM's novel solution to reducing a laptop's overall footprint in an era of typical only small displays available. Its integrated IBM TrackWrite Keyboard (also known as the "butterfly keyboard") is able to slide so it can compact itself when the laptop is closed and expand when it is opened. The keyboard overall resembles a Model M6 or M6-1, but it is produced by Key Tronic using their own flavour of buckling-sleeve keyswitches. The 701C series went on to win many design awards. ... Read full article.