Naya has launched a modular ergonomic keyboard system designed to consolidate input devices and eliminate the need for a traditional mouse.
The system matters because it attempts to reshape the ergonomic keyboard segment by reducing wrist strain through a customizable hardware layout. By integrating navigation tools directly into the keyboard chassis, the company aims to improve productivity and physical comfort for long-term users.
The product, referred to as both Naya Create and Naya Connect, debuted on Kickstarter in January 2026 [1]. It consists of four major components [2] that allow users to swap modules based on their specific workflow needs. These interchangeable options include a trackball, a touchpad, and a 3D controller known as Float [3].
For users requiring high levels of customization, the system offers a 24-key multipad [2]. Additionally, a programmable strip containing six keys is available to streamline frequent tasks [2]. The modular nature of the device allows users to reposition these tools to better fit their natural hand placement.
"You can add a numpad, trackball, touchpad, or a 3D controller called Float," said a Verge editor [3].
Early reactions to the hardware have been mixed regarding its complexity. A New Atlas staff writer said, "This might just be the most overengineered desktop gear I've ever come across" [4]. However, long-term testing suggests the design achieves its goals. An MSN reviewer said that six months after using the device, it reshaped their opinion of the ergonomic keyboard segment [5].
The company markets the system as a comprehensive productivity tool. By moving the cursor control closer to the typing area, Naya intends to minimize the repetitive reaching motions associated with standard mouse usage.
“"This might just be the most overengineered desktop gear I've ever come across."”
The shift toward modular input devices reflects a growing demand for personalized ergonomics in the remote-work era. By treating the keyboard as a customizable hub rather than a static peripheral, Naya is challenging the industry standard of separate mouse and keyboard units, potentially influencing how future productivity hardware is designed to mitigate repetitive strain injuries.
