Chatting on the Playstation Network just became a whole lot more fun!

Not only does it look brilliant, it also has many features, including a mode where you can turn the main button into a touch pad similar to the kinds that laptops have. And the best thing of all, it's a QWERTY keyboard! That is pure genius and innovation on Sony's part. Well, not really, but it's really user-friendly from the look of it.

Here's the original post from the people over at http://ps3-hacks.com...

…a new Wireless Keypad for PS3 that will make text communications and Web browsing much easier. The Wireless Keypad snaps onto the top of a SIXAXIS or DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller and comes with some cool features, including a mode that turns the main key area into a touch pad (similar to a touch pad on a Laptop computer). Once in this mode, you can slide your finger on this area to move the cursor on the screen and tap to enter. There will be two short cut buttons on the Keypad that will enable users to jump directly to the XMB’s “Friends” icon and the “Message Box” during gameplay...

Here are some specs for the technologically gifted... It's voltage is 3.7v, so I might be able to use my 5v USB charger for it. 5 volts is actually the voltage of the Sixaxis but I can't charge it anywhere but the Ps3 and the computer.

 Wireless Keypad Product Overview
Product Name Wireless Keypad
Product Code CECHZK1JP (For Japanese market)
Product Color Black
Hardware Specification Weight : Approx 60g
Voltage: DC 3.7V
Operating Temperature:
5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C
Built-in Bluetooth(R) Ver.2.0
Keypad Layout: QWERTY layout
Battery Specification Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Battery
Battery Capacity: 610mAh

Am I the only one who is extremely excited about this? 

EDIT: After more research, I found that the Keypad is Bluetooth enabled which will mean that you'll have to pair to the Ps3 before use.