A better keyboard than QWERTY Image: Alex Parkin / The VergeThere are fewer things more ubiquitous in technology than QWERTY keyboards. If you type anywhere, you almost certainly type the QWERTY way. But why? It turns out that by almost any objective measure, the keyboards we use are decidedly unoptimized. Commonly used keys are too hard to reach; your fingers have to move s…

8BitDo’s NES-style keyboard has returned to its lowest price yet 8BitDo’s Retro Mechanical Keyboard is a unique gift under $100 that’s perfect for Nintendo fans. | Photo by Jon Porter / The VergeLet’s be honest: most keyboards are boring necessities that you’re not likely to find at the top of anybody’s Christmas wishlist. But every now and then, a keyboard comes along that’s so cool, anyone could get excited…

This is the keyboard that will convert you to the low-profile life The Lofree Flow is a low-profile keyboard that types and sounds like a full-height one. Continue reading…

XVX Retro 75% Gaming Keyboard with OLED Display&Knob, M87 Pro Bluetooth 5.1/2.4GHz /USB-C Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with Hot-Swappable Custom Switch, Compact TKL Gamer – $71.99 COSVE Direct via Amazon has *XVX M87 PRO Wireless RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard w/ OLED Display* (Retro Grey) on sale for $89.99 – 20% off when you click ‘Redeem’ the coupon on the product page or…

LPT: PC keyboard shortcuts to make your life easier. The following keyboard shortcuts are little tricks to help you speed up working on your PC. These are specific to Windows machines as Apple uses different commands. Apple users are welcome to post their shortcuts. WINDOWS SPECIFIC: Windows + M will minimize ALL windows. No need to click the – sign one by one. CTRL + ESC brings up the start menu …

Limited-time deal: Keychron C3 Pro QMK/VIA Custom Gaming Keyboard, Programmable 87 Keys TKL Layout Red LED Backlight Gasket Mount Wired Mechanical Keyboard with Brown Swi – $27.99 Keychron Basic via Amazon has *Keychron C3 Pro QMK/VIA Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard* (Red or Brown Switch) on sale for *$27.99* as listed below. *Shipping is free* w/ Prime or on $35+ orders. …

Microsoft – Surface Slim Pen 2 and Pro Signature Keyboard for Pro X, 8, 9 – Poppy Red Alcantara Material $99 Best Buy via eBay has *Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard w/ Surface Slim Pen 2* (Poppy Red) for *$98.99*. *Shipping is free*. Best Buy has *Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard w/…

Today I learned this weird Windows keyboard shortcut that opens LinkedIn Photo by Becca Farsace / The VergeWindows never ceases to amaze me. Last month I discovered for the first time that you could pause the Windows Task Manager by holding down the CTRL key and today I’ve stumbled on a special keyboard shortcut that lets you launch LinkedIn, Word, and a bunch of other Office apps. If you’re running Windows try holdi…

Cherry is overhauling its classic mechanical keyboard switches Image: CherryIt’s a big day in the mechanical keyboard world. Cherry, the German manufacturer behind the ubiquitous Cherry MX, has announced a redesigned version of the switch called the Cherry MX2A that it says should feel smoother to press, sound quieter, and still be rated to survive millions of actuations. The new switch will be available to…

LPT – Take the time to learn how to type on a keyboard. With the number of computers in everyday life now it is in your best interest to find a typing program and spend the time to learn how to properly type on a keyboard. It isn’t going to win you any awards, but it will make life easier. submitted by /u/LittleRavn

Keychron’s Lemokey L3 is a premium keyboard aimed squarely at gamers The Lemokey L3 is the first keyboard from Keychron’s new gaming subbrand. | Image: KeychronKeychron is launching a new keyboard on Kickstarter today that’s notable for being the first under its new gaming-focused Lemokey subbrand. The Lemokey L3 will be available via the Kickstarter running this month, and Keychron expects it to ship later this …

OnePlus’ debut mechanical keyboard is a Keychron with a twist You get extra keycaps and a combination switch/keycap puller in the box.OnePlus’ debut mechanical keyboard, the Keyboard 81 Pro, may be little more than a redesigned Keychron Q1 Pro with a couple of tweaks. But the Keychron Q1 Pro is one of the best mechanical keyboards available today, and the tweaks OnePlus has made to its design range from “i…

8BitDo’s first mechanical keyboard is a love letter to the NES The N Edition and Fami Edition of the keyboard. | Image: 8BitDoNintendo doesn’t make keyboards, but 8BitDo’s Retro Mechanical Keyboard might be the next best thing. The $99.99 device comes in two color schemes: an “N Edition,” which has the same gray color scheme the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) had in the West, and a red and white “Fami …

LPT: When watching YouTube videos, you can use keyboard numbers to jump through the video. The numbers 0-9 on your keyboard (row at the top, or numpad), when pressed, will skip you through the YouTube video you’re watching. 0 will bring you to the start 1 will bring you to 10% of the total video time 2 will bring you to 20% of the total video time This goes all the way to 9 for 90%. Enjoy! submitted by /u/magestik12