Naya Connect Keyboard on Kickstarter Rethinks How Input Devices Adapt to Real Work
- Michael G.
- 4 days ago
- 5 min read
Naya Connect Keyboard on Kickstarter is already well past proof of concept. The campaign has raised over $470,000 from more than 1,200 backers, a strong signal that this vision of modular input clearly resonates. Built by the team behind Naya Create, one of the most successful Dutch Kickstarter campaigns ever, this new project aims to solve a problem many professionals quietly accept: our keyboards, mice, and control devices no longer match how we actually work.
Instead of adding yet another peripheral to an already cluttered desk, Naya Connect proposes something more ambitious. A single ecosystem that adapts to your workflow, evolves over time, and keeps your hands where they belong: on the keyboard.
Quick Verdict
Who it’s for
This project is designed for people who spend serious time in front of a computer and feel limited by traditional input devices. Developers, designers, video editors, 3D artists, business professionals, and anyone juggling multiple tools and shortcuts will immediately recognize the appeal. It’s especially relevant for users who want customization without committing to an entirely new way of typing.
Main strengths
A modular ecosystem that unifies keyboard, macro pads, dials, touch input, and spatial control.
Scalable entry points, allowing users to start simple and expand over time.
Premium mechanical foundation with a low-profile, travel-ready design.
Single software layer that controls the entire setup across apps and devices.
Main limitations
The ecosystem approach comes with a learning curve for advanced configurations.
Premium modular hardware represents a higher upfront investment than standard peripherals.
Bottom line: Naya Connect is built for people who want their tools to adapt to them, not the other way around.
The problem: modern work is modular, our tools are not
Today’s workflows are fragmented. Developers rely on macro pads and programmable layers. Business users juggle spreadsheets, presentations, and shortcuts. Creatives switch between timelines, 3D navigation, and precision controls. Each role often requires its own dedicated hardware, software, and learning curve.
The result is clutter. Separate devices. Separate apps. Separate mental models. Switching tasks means switching tools, reconfiguring layouts, and breaking focus. Over time, productivity suffers not because of a lack of tools, but because there are too many of them, none designed to work together.
The creators of Naya Connect argue that the real issue isn’t power, but cohesion. Input devices haven’t evolved alongside the way modern professionals actually work.
A unified ecosystem instead of isolated devices
Naya Connect addresses this by unifying multiple input methods into a single modular system. At its core is a familiar low-profile mechanical keyboard, designed to feel approachable rather than experimental. From there, users can attach additional modules as needed: numpads, shortcut strips, touch input, trackballs, rotary controls, or a six-degree-of-freedom spatial mouse.
The key idea is flexibility without lock-in. Users can start with what they need today and expand later. Modules snap on magnetically or connect via pogo pins, with no cables or pairing headaches. Each module carries its own battery, powering the system wirelessly when combined.
This approach removes the pressure to commit fully from day one. You’re not forced into a niche setup. You grow into it.
Built for different professions, one workflow at a time
What makes the ecosystem compelling is how it adapts across disciplines. Developers can build programmable layers and macros that switch automatically between applications. Finance and business users can attach a numpad only when spreadsheets demand it. Video editors can scrub timelines with haptic precision, while 3D artists gain spatial control without reaching for separate devices.
All of this is managed through a single software interface. Profiles change automatically based on the active application. Layouts remain consistent across devices. What once required juggling multiple configuration tools now lives in one place.
This is less about adding features and more about reducing friction.
Designed to reduce clutter, not add to it
Desks tend to accumulate hardware that promised productivity but now gathers dust. Naya Connect takes the opposite approach. Every component is designed to work together, visually and functionally. Modules can be added or removed depending on the task, keeping the workspace clean and intentional.
Even practical details reflect this mindset. Dual-sided attachment options support left-handed users. Hot-swappable switches make repairs and preference changes easy. Firmware updates continue to add functionality over time, extending the lifespan of the system rather than replacing it.
A product shaped by experience, not theory
This isn’t the team’s first experiment. Naya Create shipped thousands of units and became one of the most funded Dutch Kickstarter campaigns in history. That experience shaped this new iteration. Feedback about learning curves, price sensitivity, and accessibility directly informed the design of Naya Connect.
The result is a system that keeps the modular philosophy, but lowers the barrier to entry. It’s less about committing to a radical setup and more about giving users control over how far they want to go.
Back Naya Connect Keyboard on Kickstarter
Backing Naya Connect Keyboard on Kickstarter means supporting a vision where input devices evolve alongside your career. Instead of buying new hardware every time your workflow changes, this ecosystem grows with you. You start where you are and expand when your needs change.
For professionals tired of clutter, context switching, and disconnected tools, Naya Connect offers a thoughtful alternative. It’s not about doing everything at once. It’s about building a setup that actually fits how you work, today and tomorrow. Supporting the campaign is a way to help bring that long-term vision of modular, adaptable input into everyday workspaces. Back Now.
FAQ about Naya All-In-One Keyboard on Kickstarter
What operating systems are supported?
Naya Connect is designed to work with most major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. This makes it suitable for a wide range of devices and workflows, whether you’re working on desktop, laptop, or mobile platforms.
The companion software, Naya Flow, will be supported on Windows, macOS (both Intel and ARM), and Linux, ensuring deep customization and profile management on the main desktop environments.
Can I use Naya Connect wirelessly with just the keyboard and a Dock?
Wireless functionality requires at least one module, such as Touch, Track, Tune, or Float. These modules contain the batteries that power the entire ecosystem when used wirelessly. Without a powered module, the system can still function, but it will rely on a wired connection.
Can the Multipad be used as a standalone device?
No. The Multipad is not designed to work on its own and must be connected to one of the following configurations:
Naya Type, which requires a wired connection to your device,
Naya Dock, which can connect via cable or wirelessly when powered by a compatible module,
This ensures the Multipad remains fully integrated into the ecosystem rather than acting as a separate peripheral.
How do I connect Naya Connect to my devices?
Connection options depend on your setup:
Naya Type connects via USB-C
Naya Dock supports USB-C, Bluetooth, and dongle connections
Dock combined with Type, 6-Key, or Multipad supports USB-C, Bluetooth, and dongle
Wireless functionality is supported, but to unlock it, your setup must include at least one Naya Dock and a powered module.
How many modules or attachments can be connected?
At least ten attachments can be chained together, and potentially more. The team has not yet found a hard upper limit, which highlights how scalable and flexible the ecosystem is for complex or evolving setups.
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