The WILDEST Keyboard I've EVER Seen

The Flux keyboard is a highly customizable device that integrates a keyboard with a display. It offers dynamic macro assignments, language switching, and visual effects. The keyboard boasts high-end specifications, including a 1,000Hz polling rate, a claimed 1.2 milliseconds input delay, and adjustable actuation points thanks to analog Hall effect switches. The force of these switches can be altered by swapping magnets, and the entire key frame can be changed in seconds to switch between linear and tactile feels. The software allows key maps to change based on the active application, and Flux provides an ecosystem of accessories like extra buttons and dials. It supports Windows, Mac, and mobile operating systems, with Linux planned. While the company claims a 1-2ms input lag, testing revealed an average of 10ms. The base of the keyboard is made from machined aluminum, offering substantial weight and durability. It features two-stage angled feet and a latch mechanism for the key frame. Connectivity includes a main USB-C port and pass-through ports for peripherals on both sides. An additional dual-headed cable provides USB-A for data and USB-C for over 30 watts of power. The key frame uses acrylic for 97% transparency and incorporates magnets instead of traditional springs to provide the upward force for the keys. This allows for quick-swapping of key frames with different forces or switch types (linear and tactile). However, Flux advises against touching the bottom of the key frame due to fingerprint issues and against using chemical cleaners on the acrylic. A drawback is the slight side-to-side play in the key switches due to the lack of a stem, which can cause keys to sit off-kilter if pressed off-center, requiring more force. Despite this, the actuation point is adjustable from 0.4mm to 2.8mm out of 4mm total travel. The passive module acts as a window to the screen and can be replaced with other modules like button or dial modules. The acrylic key caps, while not objectively terrible, are not comfortable, feeling almost sticky due to their smoothness. The keyboard has 8GB of onboard storage for videos and a 1080p display with a measured brightness of about 280 nits and 170 pixels per inch. It supports specific applications like DaVinci Resolve for shortcuts. The primary catch is the price, with the keyboard alone costing $530, without additional modules.