Drop + Stack Overflow The Key V2 Macropad Review: A Developers’ Only Keyboard
When Drop and Stack Overflow first collaborated to release The Key macropad on April Fools, they never anticipated that it would be such a success. With now The Key V2’s 10k sales and 20k sales between both iterations, Drop has created a useful macropad with a playful character. Today we are looking at this fun…
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Royal Kludge RK84 Pro Review: Heft and Value
Royal Kludge is a peripheral manufacturer that recently has focused on making value prebuilt keyboards. With their RK84 Pro, they provide quality materials at a competitive price point. The Royal Kludge RK84 Pro is a 75% mechanical keyboard that offers an aluminum case, wireless connectivity, and a hotswap PCB for modability. So if the RK84…
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Royal Kludge RK96 Review: Get This Over A Full Size
Royal Kludge is a gaming peripheral company that is known for making mechanical keyboards with incredible value. The Royal Kludge RK96 continues with this same reputation. The RK96 is a 96% mechanical keyboard that offers wireless connectivity, media controls, and an efficient layout while still maintaining all the important keys. Today we will take a…
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Vissles V84 Review: The Keychron Killer?
Vissles is relatively new to the mechanical keyboard space. However, their V84 75% mechanical keyboard gives the impression that they have experience in the world of keyboards. The Vissles V84 is a mechanical keyboard that delivers Bluetooth and a decent stock sound all in an efficient 75% layout. Today we will take a deeper look…
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Best Linear Switches [2022]
When building a mechanical keyboard, one of the key decisions is finding which key switch is right for you. A linear switch is a switch that has uninterrupted travel all the way down. There is no feedback in the travel and the only way to tell you have actuated the switch is when the action…
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Best Clicky Switches [2022]
Are you a fan of a crisp tactile bump paired with a nice, sharp click? Clicky switches are a favorite of many but are often not talked about. A clicky switch is a keyboard switch that produces a bump at some point in the travel, paired with a higher-pitched click. Clicky switches pair the tactility…
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Redragon K617 Fizz Review: Your First Keyboard?
Redragon is a gaming company that is no stranger to making budget keyboards that still give consumers a mechanical feel. The Redragon K617 Fizz is a 60% mechanical keyboard that provides enjoyable features like RGB lighting and a compact size. Today we will take a look at the Redragon K617 Fizz to see if it…
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Redragon Horus K618: The Best Value Low-Profile Keyboard
Redragon is a keyboard manufacturer that is no stranger to making value-focused mechanical keyboards. The Redragon Horus K618 is a low-profile keyboard providing a solid experience at a competitive price. The Horus K618 offers wireless connectivity, macro keys, and a variety of other features to make it a good option for anyone who is looking…
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Arisu From Nico & Steph Studios: The Gateway To Ergo Boards
The Arisu by Nico & Steph Studios is a mechanical keyboard kit that is extremely unique and provides a gateway into the custom keyboard scene. Coming in with the ergonomic Arisu layout, the Arisu provides a great value for those that want to build a custom keyboard with an ergonomic design. So let’s take a…
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North-Facing vs South-Facing Switches
The world of mechanical keyboards can be complex but can be very fun and satisfying. On keyboards, switches are attached to a PCB, printed circuit board. Switches can be attached in one of two configurations. This often causes confusion as people bring up terms like interference or switch orientation. When looking to buy a mechanical…
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Epomaker B21 Review: Retro With A Twist
Epomaker has pioneered the budget side of mechanical keyboards making some fantastic value boards. This is no different with the Epomaker B21 mechanical keyboard that features a retro-style design. The B21 is a wireless, 65% mechanical keyboard with a few unique features to pair with its classic design. Today we will take a look at…
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Epomaker NT68: Revolutionizing Portability
Epomaker has pioneered the budget side of mechanical keyboards making some of the most well-priced and well-built keyboards ever. Epomaker are responsible for the widely popular GK61 and GK68, many other starter keyboards, and even some more higher end keyboards. One of their upcoming releases is the NT68. The NT68 is a wireless, 65%, hotswap…
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Are Ergonomic Keyboards Worth It?
If you spend a lot of time typing at your setup you may be looking to improve the ergonomics and comfort of your setup. One of the best ways to improve long-term comfort is by using an ergonomic keyboard. Ergonomic keyboards position your hands and wrists better for a more comfortable experience and potentially better…
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Are Colemak or Dvorak Worth It?
QWERTY, the common keyboard layout that everyone is used to. If you have grown an interest in keyboards then you may have heard about some other keyboard layouts such as Colemak or Dvorak. Using any of these alternative keyboard layouts has a variety of upsides but is switching to something like Colemak, Dvorak, or any…
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Epomaker GK68XS Review: Features, Performance, and A Great Price
Are you looking for a keyboard with a ton features and a great value. Epomaker’s GK68XS is a 65% mechanical keyboard that is packed with features like Bluetooth connectivity and a hotswappable PCB. Today we will take a deep look at Epomaker’s GK68XS and see if it is right for you. The Verdict The Epomaker…
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Redragon K552 Review: The Best Budget Mechanical Keyboard
So you want a mechanical keyboard, but the market is littered with options that either break your wallet or just seem too good to be true. The Redragon K552 is a gaming mechanical keyboard that is great for the budget buyer who wants the satisfaction and performance of a mechanical keyboard without breaking the bank.…
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Best Tactile Switches [2021]
There are a plethora of tactile switches on the market, but which one is the best too choose?
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Redragon K530 Review: Too Good To Be True?
The Redragon K530 is a entry level budget mechanical keyboard with a 60% layout. Its Redragons first attempt at a 60% keyboard dating back to January of 2020. It delivers shockingly good bluetooth and hotswap at a decent price with some caveats.
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Keychron K6 Review: The Best Board For 100?
The Keychron K6 is a mechanical keyboard that is absolutely packed with features such as Bluetooth connectivity and RGB lighting. In a compact and efficient 65% layout, the K6 delivers many features that make it a great option for anyone who needs a solid keyboard for a good price. Let’s dive in and take a…
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