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USA Keychron K8 Bluetooth RGB Backlit Hot-Swap Click Aluminium Mac/PC Keyboard

K8-J2-USA

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The Keychron K8 Tenkeyless Wireless Mechanical Keyboard has included keycaps for both Windows and Mac operating systems.

A TENKEYLESS WIRELESS MECHANICAL KEYBOARD
Engineered to maximize your productivity with most popular TKL layout and the hot-swappable mechanical switches offer the freedom to easily personalize your typing experience without soldering.

£109.00 (£90.83 ex VAT)

USA Keychron K8 Bluetooth RGB Backlit Hot-Swap Click Aluminium Mac/PC Keyboard - K8-J2-USA

WIRELESS AND WIRED MODES
Connects with up to 3 devices via Bluetooth and switch among them easily. With high reliable and broad compatibility Broadcom Bluetooth 5.1 chipset, the K8 is best to fit home, office and light gaming use while connecting with your smartphone, laptop and iPad. It also has wired mode with USB Type-C connection.

SUITABLE FOR ALL DEVICES
Compatible for both macOS and Windows. Keychron is one of only a few in the market that comes with a Mac multimedia keys layout for Mac enthusiasts. For Linux users, we also have a dedicated user group to help with the experience.

HOT-SWAPPABLE
Hot-swappable means to customize your typing experience without soldering, just pop them in and it’s done. The Gateron (Hot-swappable) is compatible with almost all the MX style 3pin and 5pin mechanical switches on the market (including Gateron, Cherry, Kailh, etc.). SMD-LED compatible switches are the best for showing the backlights.

METICULOUSLY DESIGNED
Designed with versatility in mind, you can access your smart assistant with the dedicated Siri or Cortana key on the K8 and the two adjustable angled rubber feet greatly enhanced productivity.

TENKEYLESS LAYOUT
Tenkeyless layout is one of the most popular among mechanical keyboards. It offers convenient access to all the essential multimedia and function keys for Mac and Windows in a compact size.

18 TYPES OF RGB
Engineered with more than 15 types of RGB light and comes with different styles (flashing, breathing, or static white etc) which will match up to your mood.

LARGEST BATTERY
The K8 comes with a battery capacity of 4000mAh. The K8 can last up to 240 hours typing (backlight off).

Switches: Gateron Blue click switches
Backlit: Adjustable 4-level RGB backlit
System: Mac/iOS/Windows/Android
Battery: 4000mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery
Connection: Bluetooth and Type-C cable

Includes Keyboard, USB-A to USB Type-C Cable, Keycap Puller, Switch Puller and User Manual.

USA Keychron K8 Bluetooth RGB Backlit Hot-Swap Click Aluminium Mac/PC Keyboard - K8-J2-USA

Manufacturer

Keychron

Part Number

K8-J2-USA

Connection

USB & Bluetooth

Cable length

1.25 Metre

Language Layout

USA

Number of keys/buttons

Switch Type

Hot-swap Gateron Blue

Length

359 mm

Depth

127 mm

Height

42 mm

Weight

890 g

Compatible

Mac and PC

Gross Weight

1.2 kg

USA Keychron K8 Bluetooth RGB Backlit Hot-Swap Click Aluminium Mac/PC Keyboard - K8-J2-USA

Anonymous 28/01/2021

TL;DR -- solid, lots of features, and (so far) reliable bluetooth. Great VFM. One or two compromises that I don't mind but some users might.

Pros:
- very solid
- hotswap, although at the moment I like the Gateron blue switches fine, maybe better than cherry mx blue
- should be easy to disassemble if I ever feel the need to mod (I don't at the moment)
- bluetooth is very good; no problems switching between Mac and Windows which was a key feature
- no problems waking up at the moment
Cons:
- very tall. Taller than my Filco with equivalent keycaps. Doesn't bother me, but I sometimes use a wrist rest
- keyswitches visible and there's an Alu lip around the board and then a recessed portion between the banks of switches. Again doesn't bother me (looks industrial) but not seamless
- not a fan of the keycaps but then I'm spoiled with doubleshot ABS SA caps (also bought from Keyboardco for my Filco originally).