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Seki-gon releases nemu-link 2.4GHz dongle for custom keyboards¶
A new 2.4GHz wireless dongle designed specifically for custom keyboards, priced from 2,600 JPY, has been listed on the BOOTH marketplace.
kai.kbd announces Botanica release date and pricing¶
Botanica releases November 13 as a 100-unit raffle with base kits priced at $544-$550, featuring a complete acoustic revision and three colorways.
PFU confirms HHKB Professional Elite lottery eligibility for US residents using Japanese forwarding services¶
PFU Direct states that US-based customers can enter the HHKB Professional Elite lottery if they use a domestic Japanese forwarding address, and should list that domestic address as their region.
Keyreative adds ISO layout to Asimov transparent keycaps¶
Keyreative has added an ISO layout option to their Asimov transparent keycap set.
CannonKeys restocks BakenekoGO, SAT75 X, and is0GR2¶
CannonKeys announces a restock of the BakenekoGO wireless keyboard, SAT75 X, and is0GR2 one-key micropad, available for purchase on October 14th.
MelGeek MADE68 Ultra V2 HE review¶
A refined Hall-effect gaming keyboard with extreme customizability: MADE68 Ultra V2 HE by MelGeek.
KBD News Issue 217: Dygma Sonsei, XVX Trooper63 HE, and September switch sales¶
Digest covers reviews of the Dygma Sonsei, XVX Trooper63 HE, and Kemove K94, plus a September 2026 mechanical switch sales overview.
Custom KLP Lamé keycaps at YUZU (on sale)¶
The popular KLP Lamé keycap profile is now available for dye-sub customization at YUZU – 10% off for a few days.
Omnitype Lorem Ipsum Deskpad now in stock¶
Omnitype has announced that the Lorem Ipsum Deskpad is available for purchase.
Mode Designs restocks Sonnet and Encore 2026 colorways¶
All 2026 colorways for the Sonnet and Encore keyboards are back in stock, featuring the Lattice Block Mount and new Crown Mounting System respectively.
CannonKeys announces GMK Rainy Day keycap release¶
CannonKeys has made the GMK Rainy Day keycap set available for purchase on their website.
Dygma Sonsei review¶
A sleek prebuilt unibody split keyboard: Sonsei by Dygma – for those looking for a high-quality in-stock option.
CannonKeys announces GMK Rainy Day R3, PBS Kids Typewriter, and GMK CYL Blanks group buys¶
CannonKeys scheduled group buys for GMK Rainy Day R3 (Oct 2), PBS Kids Typewriter (Oct 9), and GMK CYL Blanks (Oct 16), alongside restocks of TX stabilizers and deskmats.
NuPhy releases Air75 V3 Raycast Edition¶
NuPhy has launched a special edition of the Air75 V3 keyboard in collaboration with Raycast.
Kemove K94 review¶
The Kemove K94 is a tri-mode wireless keyboard in the 96%/1800 form factor. Display, volume knob, VIA support. Great offer, now on sale.
ZSA releases backpack designed for split keyboard users¶
ZSA launched a new backpack made with recycled technical fabric, featuring an ergonomic laptop stand and shipping from Detroit for US customers.
Mode Designs opens pre-orders for Prologue keyboard¶
Mode Designs has launched pre-orders for the Prologue, a new keyboard featuring rounded corners, chamfered edges, and a tuned typing experience with specific mounting and plate designs.
STINGA-60 raffle countdown expired with no new launch date¶
The official STINGA-60 raffle countdown expired on August 17, 2026, but no new launch date, pricing, or fulfillment updates were found; current pricing remains $580-$585 with mid-2027 delivery estimates.
Xteink discontinues X4, replaces with X4 Classic¶
Xteink replaced the X4 with the X4 Classic, switching from USB-C to magnetic pogo-pin charging and reducing thickness/weight.
moimate sells GoFortyMX, InSixtyMX keyboards¶
moimate store is selling MX switch keyboards GoFortyMX and InSixtyMX, with GoFortyRS and AtEightyJP coming soon.
Nobuki Inoue releases bottom stand hardware gadget on BOOTH¶
Designer Nobuki Inoue has released a new hardware gadget, specifically a bottom stand, priced from 100 yen on the BOOTH marketplace.
SingaKBD Stinga60 regional pricing and groupbuy status update¶
Official regional pricing for EUR, GBP, AUD, and KRW is now listed; groupbuy page shows zeroed raffle counters with no confirmation on entry status.
Mode Designs announces Prologue pre-order next month¶
Mode Designs is opening pre-orders for the Prologue keyboard next month.
CannonKeys Blaine V2 SE Group Buy Last Call¶
CannonKeys announces the final deadline for the Blaine V2 SE keyboard group buy, listing proxy stores for US, OCE, CN, EU, UK, and CA regions.
SingaKBD Stinga60 raffle status update¶
Stinga60 raffle remains 'coming soon' with no active entry URL; pricing is $580/$585 with fulfillment expected late Q2–early Q3 2027.
Omnitype releases PBTfans Thermal¶
Omnitype has released a new product called PBTfans Thermal, available on their website.
SingaKBD Stinga-60 Groupbuy Details and Pricing Released¶
Official raffle page is live with base kit pricing of $580-$585, regional vendor list, and estimated fulfillment in late Q2 to early Q3 2027.
Kinetic Labs Max102 Chalk Edition now available¶
Kinetic Labs announces the Max102 Chalk Edition, a pre-built 102-key mechanical keyboard with CNC aluminum, hot-swap sockets, and wireless connectivity, priced at $239.99.
CannonKeys extends Blaine V2: SE group buy by one week¶
The group buy for the Blaine V2: SE keyboard has been extended for another week, with proxies listed for US, OCE, CN, EU, UK, and CA regions.
SingaKBD Stinga60 enters first-looks preview phase¶
Official Instagram previews and a YouTube build video confirm physical units are with creators; raffle details remain unconfirmed.
SingaKBD Stinga listed as major display model for SMKX 2026¶
The Stinga keyboard is confirmed as a display model for SMKX 2026, but the store remains password-gated with no verified launch date or pricing.
✉ GKBDfans Tofu PAD Pre-Sale ending May 29¶
KBDfans is closing pre-orders for the wireless Tofu PAD desk mat on May 29.
zFrontier sold defective TP1 Dieter...¶
Complaint about zFrontier and Geistmaschine regarding defective TP1 Dieter keycaps and poor customer service.
Keycron Q6 ULTRA version worth?¶
Discussion on the worth of the Keychron Q6 Ultra Wi-Fi version vs Q6 MAX.
Akko has good after sales support¶
Positive experience with Akko's support regarding a Bluetooth connectivity issue on the Mineral board.
Keychron Q9 Plus - is it dead? Split space suggestions¶
Concerns about the future of the Q9 Plus split space model and suggestions for alternatives.
I can't find the AJAZZ AK980 V2 Pro Software¶
User unable to find official software for the AJAZZ AK980 V2 Pro keyboard.
List prices on many websites are borderline false advertising¶
Community discussion on Shopify configuration issues causing misleading kit pricing.
Keyreative Santa Llum keyboard now in stock¶
Keyreative announces the Santa Llum keyboard is available for purchase in two colors.
Treasure announces TYPE-9 Series IV and 3 new projects¶
Treasure is launching the TYPE-9 Series IV along with three additional new keyboard projects.
Omnitype releases GMK Burgundy keycap set¶
Omnitype has released the GMK (CYL) Burgundy keycap set, coinciding with the end of the Bauer 65 preorder.
Omnitype Bauer 65 groupbuy ends soon¶
The Bauer 65 groupbuy is closing in one day, with the Dune colorway available.
Mode Designs announces 2026 Encore with Crown Mounting System¶
Mode Designs released the 2026 Encore keyboard featuring a new Crown Mounting System, with pre-orders open and fulfillment starting in July.
Binepad BNK-16 - Review and issues¶
Detailed review of BNK-16 with VIA/QMK issues — JSON save/load breaks layer switching, modifier+mousewheel combos don't work, poor vendor support.