Rhomboard

Rhomboard

Big keyboard for better typing

7 ratings
10 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 20 Mar 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 2, 2015
  • February 11, 2020

Features

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About

This keyboard app uses larger, rhombic-shaped keys for more fluid and accurate typing. It offers customization options for size, themes, and includes a space-efficient layout for quick access to numbers and symbols. It prioritizes user privacy by not requiring open access.

βœ“Larger rhombic keys
βœ“Auto-correct and prediction
βœ“Resizable keyboard
βœ“Customizable themes
βœ“Space-efficient layout
βœ“Privacy-focused design
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What's New in Rhomboard

1.299792.458

February 11, 2020

Added more diacritic vowels for Hungarian, available as long press on the "O" and "U" letter.

User reviews

Please add an azerty layout and swipe ability

It looks like the developer no longer supports the app.

Excellent!

I think this is a work of genius. The developers seem to have thought of everything. I thoroughly recommend it.

Waste of time and money.

Thinking this keyboard would be a benefit, I found that it wasn't as the pre-emptive function was way off and the auto spelling was absolutely annoying as it didn't function correctly. Also it had a mind of its own and couldn't access emojis without going back to the original keyboard. Too many gimmicks which hinder rather than help. Avoid.
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It was okay but can't learn words.

I could not find a way to add words to its dictionary. It turned Google to boogie thirty times and that was it for me.

This is the best free keyboard for people with mobility impairment on Iphone

I am disabled and have extremely limited use of my hands. From day one with my iphone I have pined for a larger predictive keyboard. .My only request for the developers (okay 2) are:1. Please add intelligent next word prediction and key echo.

With those 2 added features it would address nearly every major disability category.

I am very impressed that it has word completion because most free large keyboards don't have it.

I am dyslexic as well, so the lines under each symbol are helpful (even if my brain inverts some letters, the line indicates where the bottom of each letter is meant to go).

The spell checker needs some work in that it missed some of my mistakes.

Also, the symbol key stays on until you turn it off it (it would be better if the layout switched back to letters after the needed symbol was selected). Still, it is a great keyboard.

App designer please note: I would be willing to pay up to say 15 dollars for intelligent next word prediction and key echo( eg where each key is spoken as it is typed)

My reply to what the developers said in response to my review

Thanks for the reply!
An alternative to next word prediction might be an abbreviation expandor that the user can set up and define the abbreviation.

I have one on my desktop computer. It took a lot of time and effort on the front end but I put a modified version of the abbreviations that are used in contracted Braille.

Now if I am on my computer and I need to type " can you come tonight? "... I input: " c y cm tn?" My computer expands each abbreviation when I type space.

Hopefully it is clear how an abbreviation expansion feature could allow for fewer key presses, the way word prediction would. However I think it would be be easier to it is a dialog box with 2 colloums 1 says "abbreviation " on top. The other says "expanded word or phrase"...

The main reason why I think it is perhaps easier than prediction is that there are a lot of free ones for windows but prediction always costs a lot.

If you did go with the abbreviation expansion idea it would probably help people if you say something about using Braille abbreviations and link to a reference list of those because most people would be unaware of how to use the expansion feature to shorten almost all typing
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Response from developer

Thank you for your kind feedback. Next word prediction is definitely on my roadmap but it is a particularly challenging feature. Sticky mode for the symbol page is significantly easier, I could add that as an option. When it comes to key echo, I believe this can be done easily. It is definitely a very interesting feature.

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FAQ

What makes Rhomboard's keys different?

Rhomboard uses larger, rhombic-shaped keys that are 20% larger than traditional rectangular keys. This design aims to reduce typing errors and improve accuracy by providing more surface area for your fingers.

Can I adjust the size of the Rhomboard keyboard?

Yes, Rhomboard is resizable from very large to very small. You can adjust the keyboard size by panning up and down with two fingers to suit your preference and the app you are using.

Does Rhomboard have auto-correct?

Rhomboard features auto-correct with or without prediction, which can be turned off. It includes spelling and composition rules for over 50,000 words to enhance typing accuracy.

How does Rhomboard handle different languages?

Rhomboard supports per-language keyboards, allowing your device to remember which language you use for each conversation. Currently, it supports English (US and UK), French, and Swedish.

Is Rhomboard secure and private?

Rhomboard is designed to be secure and does not require 'Open Access' privileges. This means it cannot send your keystrokes to remote servers, ensuring your text stays on your device.

What is the price of Rhomboard?

Rhomboard is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

What devices is Rhomboard compatible with?

Rhomboard is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is Rhomboard updated?

Rhomboard was last updated on February 11, 2020, with version 1.299792.458. The initial release date was June 2, 2015.