Ploopy Launches Bean Pointing Stick for TrackPoint-Style Input Enthusiasts

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Ploopy announced the Bean pointing stick at about $52, pairing open-source hardware files with QMK and VIA customization for niche input users.

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Ploopy has released the Bean, a standalone pointing-stick device aimed at users who like TrackPoint-style control but want desktop placement and deeper programmability. The product is priced at CAD 69, roughly USD 52, and ships with four programmable buttons plus firmware-level customization options.

The Bean uses a Texas Instruments TMAG5273 magnetic sensor, Omron subminiature switches, and support for both VIA and QMK-based remapping workflows. In line with the company focus on maker-friendly hardware, Ploopy is also publishing CAD files, firmware, and documentation so users can build, modify, or iterate on the design.

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