Long live the mechanical keyboard
The article explores the growing popularity of mechanical keyboards, highlighting their aesthetic and tactile appeal for desk-bound professionals. It features the Keychron brand, noting its evolution from a Kickstarter project to a diverse manufacturer of keyboards and accessories.
Why it matters
Mechanical keyboards have transitioned from a niche hobbyist interest to a mainstream productivity tool, reflecting broader trends in workspace personalization and ergonomic hardware.
For a writer, the mechanical keyboard is a beautiful thing. They’re certainly not necessary for everyone, but a well designed mechanical keyboard can turn a tedious day of typing into an aesthetically pleasing experience.
Given that most of my days involve sitting at a desk for hours, having a keyboard that I enjoy using is a necessity. I first got a mechanical keyboard about two years ago — the Keychron K2 — and I’ve never looked back.
Keychron is one of the most prominent brands within the mechanical keyboard industry, having made a name for itself after initially launching via Kickstarter back in 2017. The company has since produced dozens of different keyboards (as well as keypads), and a variety of mouse models .
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