When I got my iMac Pro, I set it up with the wireless mouse and wireless extended keyboard. I like the keyboard, and haven’t bothered connecting my Keyboardio back up. Still using Dvorak, of course.
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I like Cooler Master keyboards. Not expensive but great quality. I later tried Gateron switches and they are way better than Cherry. But last year I got a Topre keyboard. Nothing comes even close! But they are expensive and it took me some time to get one in Europe.
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Ok. It’s been two weeks. Time for feedback. 
I’d like to make my keyboard decision here in the next few days. There are a number to choose from and not much info on this one yet.
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Sorry Craig. I’m making a video on it but the short version:
- Bluetooth connection is solid and it’s nice having one keyboard for multiple devices.
- Half-height switches are different from full height switchs. (mushier in my opinion)
- Full color RGB backlighting is way too sexy for me.
Well, my Keychron has already failed and will not charge or turn on. Waiting on a response from them.
I have similar thoughts as @MacSparky regarding the half-height and backlighting.
I’ll be sticking with my Das Keyboard Ultimate with naked keys that I’ve been using for the past 6 years. Trying out this keyboard made me realize how much I really love that one.
Follow-up post here, since the topic already exists, and is more general than the Keychron.
Mine should arrive today by 10:30 according to Fed Ex. I’ve ordered the PC one for work (we are required to use PC’s) and one for home for my various Apple products. Looking forward to ditching the current keyboard.
There hasn’t been much out there on this keyboard. I’m debating the hexgears X-1
I really like mine so far. The spacing of the keys is slightly different than my old keyboard so I’m making some minor mistakes here and there. I don’t look down at my keyboard when I type so I don’t notice the colors. My co-workers are drawn by the colors.
The feedback from the keyboard as I type is pleasant. I really like it so far.
I’m looking for a keyboard similar to this. Any thoughts now that it’s been a few months? @brian_renshaw did they replace it? @MacSparky are you still using it?
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I ended up embracing the Logitech Craft Keyboard. Will be making a video about that in the future.
Hello @MagicBrian
I bought the Keychron K1 v4 about 6 weeks ago. I very much am enjoying it. This is my first ever mechanical keyboard. Its fun.
I shared my thoughts here: https://merecivilian.com/keychronk1/
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Nice. I think dedicated arrow keys are now on my must-have list. I just don’t like having to switch to another layer to move the cursor. It interrupts my train of thought.
Received my Keychron keyboard and I’m immediately a convert. It’s actually enjoyable to type on. It does take a bit to get used to when switching from the magic keyboard but I think it’s a great product for the money.
What’s nice is that is seems to be a nice hybrid between the sleek magic keyboard and the bulky-ness that is the traditional mech-keyboard.
Thanks for this recommendation. I’m excited to check out this podcast.
I concur that the birds are not cheap but, I love Topre switches.
I use a 60% board and it took me about a month before I got used to arrow keys accessed by a function later. I am now just as fast as I was when I had dedicated arrow keys. But, man, that learning transition was rough at first. I can see how it would not work for some.
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Do you use the function layer arrows with modifiers?
I constantly use the arrows with command/option/shift to move by word, select text, etc. I’m very tempted by a hhkb/60% board, but I’m concerned about losing that ability if I need to be holding a third (function) modifier to get the arrows working.
I do use the arrows keys just like you describe using the function key. I try to keep my hands on the keyboard as much as possible so the arrow keys are crucial to my workflow (end/beginning of line, highlight word(s), moving the cursor, and all the keyboard shortcuts I have programmed that involve arrow keys). I have an HHKB and the function key is directly under my right pinky finger. Like I said, it took about a month to get comfortable but, now it is habit.
On a side note, I love the HHKB. I have a newish Das Keyboard but, the size and Topre switches of the HHKB make want to use it over anything else. I am happy to answer any questions you have.
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