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Logitech Launches Signature Slim Solar+ K980, a Light-Powered Keyboard You Don’t Plug In

It draws power from ambient light to eliminate charging, trading a USB port and backlighting for months of dark runtime and a long‑lived battery.

Overview

  • Available now for about $99.99 (consumer) and $109.99 (business), the full‑size K980 comes in a universal multi‑OS layout and a North America‑only Mac‑specific variant.
  • Logi LightCharge converts sunlight or artificial light of at least 200 lux into power, with Logitech claiming up to four months of use in complete darkness and an internal battery designed for up to 10 years.
  • A Logitech spokesperson told The Verge the battery is user‑replaceable, with parts supplied by iFixit, addressing long‑term serviceability for a sealed, non‑charging design.
  • The keyboard pairs with up to three devices over Bluetooth; the business model supports a Logi Bolt receiver and can be customized and managed via Logi Options+, Logi Tune, and Logitech Sync.
  • Early hands‑on coverage confirms reliable charging under indoor light and highlights tradeoffs such as no backlight, no USB port, limited on‑device charge indicators, a slim laptop‑style feel, and no adjustable tilt legs.