06.27.2023
Astropad, known for its Astropad Studio software and Luna Display dongle for connecting an iPad to a Mac, today announced the general availability of its new Darkboard drawing surface designed
Darkboard is aimed at offering an ergonomic way to sketch and draw no matter where you are. The Darkboard is made from a rigid foam material that weighs in at 1.4 pounds, with the foam design providing cushioning and support for the arm and wrist.
According to Astropad, the Darkboard is ideal for using on the couch, in bed, and other situations where ideal ergonomics are unavailable. When you do have a flat surface to work on, there is a foldable stand that works as an easel or in a full vertical orientation.
A polycarbonate frame holds the iPad in place at any angle, so the Darkboard can be used in multiple orientations. There is 1mm of space between the iPad's display and the edge of the foam body to keep the iPad safe in case the Darkboard is dropped.
Astropad included a cutout for the camera, charging port access, and a pocket to hold the Apple Pencil. The Darkboard is 18 inches long, 14 inches wide, and an inch thick, and for transportation, there are grooved handles.
There are two available sizes, one that fits the third-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro or newer and one that fits the 11-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air models.
Darkboard launched on Kickstarter in September 2022 and orders started arriving to customers in March, but it is now available for general purchase. Darkboard can be purchased from the Astropad website for $120.
Tag: Astropad
This article, "Darkboard Drawing Accessory for iPad Now Available" first appeared on MacRumors.com
Discuss this article in our forums
You may also be interested in this
The second-gen Apple Penc…
05.15.2023
The Apple Pencil is great for drawing and sketching, but it’s also handy for photo and video editing. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge If you own
Apple TV+ award-winning d…
06.29.2023
Apple TV+ announced the highly anticipated third season of “The Morning Show,” starring and executive produced by Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston, will premiere globally on Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Deals: 12.9-inch M2 iPad …
05.30.2023
All of Tuesday’s best deals are now up for grabs following the holiday weekend. Available this time around, Apple’s latest 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro returns to the all-time low for
Here’s where you can use …
05.22.2023
Updated May 2023 to add Georgia to the list of states with driver’s license support in Wallet. Apple announced plans to turn the iPhone into your driver’s license in 2021.
Apple bans internal use o…
05.19.2023
Internal documents and anonymous sources leak details of Apple's internal ban on ChatGPT-like technology and the plans for its own Large Language Model.Apple employees restricted from using ChatGPTLarge Language Models
Apple dropping ‘Hey…
06.05.2023
Apple is dropping "Hey" from "Hey Siri," and allowing users to provide multiple commands without needing to summon the assistant repeatedly.During the WWDC event on Monday, Apple announced that it
Apple shares its first ‘A…
05.19.2023
Earlier this week, Apple shared an in-depth look at how the App Store helped prevent fraud and protect developers and customers alike. Now, the company has shared more details in
Apple’s diversity g…
05.18.2023
Despite Apple's push for more diversity and inclusion in its workspace, a new report from the Communications Workers of America indicates the company may still be falling short.Apple Towson Town
