UK Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard Silver

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keyboards are an absolute gem, they attempt to maximize comfort and portability to save precious desk space. Though the mechanical switch version does not include hotswappable switches, the Optical low-profile switches do support hotswap and are the first of their kind. The plastic case also allows for a stronger and more stable wireless connection than with a metal case. The gasket-mounted case offers a solid build quality while still maintaining a flexible, dampened typing feel that can feel much more satisfying than a stiff tray-mounted case that is common for all of the keyboards in this list.

Unfortunately, we noticed that the plate mount stabs on larger keys do rattle quite a bit, which is one area on this board you would want to sort out. On the plus side, the PBT key-caps are excellent. These are Cherry low-profile keycaps that have contrasting dye-sublimated legends. But nowadays there are plenty of switch options in this style- you just need to know what to look for. Innovation does not come without its downsides, and the K3 switches are no different. The Optical Low-Profile switches have been known to be overly sensitive, with even the lighest touch and minimal travel to cause an actuation. With the booming popularity increase of hot-swappable keyboards, you can find them almost everywhere nowadays.

Closing Thoughts

The typing sound is not hollow like other plastic keyboards out there because Keychron gives you a silicone dampening pad inside the case to improve its acoustics. One of the newest members to the Keychron Family, the Keychron K3 is touted as the first Low-Profile, Optical, Hotswappable keyboard offered on the market. While the K3 keyboard is innovative, the execution may leave a bit to be desired. The RK61 Pro is the upgraded version of the legendary RK61. Improved and refined, it comes equipped with a sleek new CNC aluminum case, PBT key-caps, and a slightly larger battery. Impressively, it still retains old features such as hot-swap usability and dual-mode connectivity. If you want to buy a really nice keyboard and then never think about keyboards again, the Q1 Pro is the go-to option. In addition, the case is a little flexible, but overall that does not impact the overall functionality of the keyboard.

Aluminum is a common metal used in electronics because it’s readily available, lightweight, and easy to work with. Any durability you sacrifice when choosing an aluminum alloy over steel is slight, and it’s worth the increased workability. The Q1 Pro is 75% in size, so it has all of the function row, arrows, nav keys (sort of), and if you’re feeling spunky, you can get a knob. KEY LAYOUT. Most wireless keyboards are full-size, meaning they have 104 keys or more, including a number pad. Most particularly productivity-focused models, use low-profile scissor-switch keys, similar to what you’d find in a laptop. This keeps their dimensions slim, making them more portable and helping to maintain the sleek, minimalist look popularized by Apple’s Magic Keyboard. With that in mind, the best wireless keyboards don’t overcommit to that aesthetic so much that the keys feel bunched together too closely. Mechanical keyboards tend to be wired models, more often than not, though there are exceptions.

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The South-facing LED’s really set the GMMK Pro apart from the competition. Cherry-MX style switches were not originally designed to be North-Facing, which causes interference when typing on the Home-row with Cherry-profile keycaps. Dual-mode connectivity (Bluetooth 5.0 and wired) is another big plus of the G61 Pro. We found that it functions just as it should, with good range, no pairing issues, and a strong wireless connection. Powering this is a decent 1850mAh battery that can last approximately 1 week on a full charge. We recommend hotswappable switches to anyone who is not interested in learning how to solder, or to someone who likes to try lots of different switch types. How Do You Find a Hotswappable Keyboard?

This makes it easy to install several different styles of switches into your keyboard or swap them out whenever you get bored of a certain style. For even more lighting, the HS84 offers all of the features of the EP84 in a frosted translucent ABS plastic case. But if you’re looking for a keyboard that’ll get everyone to turn their heads and ask you “hey where’d you get that?” this is the one. It has an ultra fast response time of <1ms and it is fully programmable, making it easy to remap buttons to give you that extra little edge when gaming. The Kemove Shadow & Snowfox are keyboards from Kemove that finally offer the hot-swappable feature. We we’re able to get our hands on it and review the keyboard.There are many benefits to using optical switches, and one reason is latency. Optical switches actuate via light.When you press on the key, the switch will move and obstruct the light. Thus, they have a more reliable and consistent latency. OTHER SWITCH TYPES. Among wireless keyboards, you'll spot the occasional model using membrane or mechanical key switches. Membrane keyboards actuate, triggering the signal that goes to your computer, by pushing down a rubber dome at the base of the key. Mechanical keyboards do the same via a physical switch with a spring or other tactile actuator. Relative to scissor switches, both types of keyboards provide more key-press travel, which leads to a more comfortable typing experience. Many people prefer the low action and light touch of scissor switches, though, so this ultimately comes down to personal preference.

Despite it being a budget-friendly keyboard, you can modify the keyboard to feel and sound much better.While the case may not be made of higher quality Polycarbonate plastic or be quite as designed as the IQuinix above, the RK84 maintains the essential features for a fraction of the cost.