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Turning the mouse from a work tool into a lifestyle product. A turning point in manufacturing seen in Elecom’s 40th anniversary model, “EGG MOUSE”
Through the interview, I felt like I caught a glimpse of where Elecom is headed from here. To mark its 40th anniversary, Elecom will release the redesigned B...
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TacType Ceramic Keycaps Review | The Zirconia Ceramic Alternative
Recently, "ceramic" has been emerging as a new material choice for keycaps. Ceramic keycaps offer a hard touch, a cool texture, and a unique typing sound tha... -
Toucan Review | A Split Low-Profile Keyboard with 17mm Pitch for Portability
The highly distinctive Toucan keyboard might just resonate with your sensibilities. Toucan is a keyboard with a rather sharp configuration: split left-right ... -
Lofree Hyzen Short Review: A Striking Presence with Outstanding Design
Lofree Hyzen launched on Kickstarter on April 23, 2026. In April 2026, I had the opportunity to try Lofree's new keyboard, the "Hyzen." Since much of the dis... -
Jezail Funder Kiri (MIST) Silent Linear Switch Review | A quiet switch with less of that “rubbery” bottom-out feel
This is the silent switch I’ve been waiting for. The "MIST" silent linear switch was released by Jezail Funder Japan on April 11, 2026. It’s a Kailh Choc v2–... -
Comparing Kailh Choc v2 low-profile silent linears
With the release of Jezail Funder’s new switch “Kiri,” silent linear switches for low-profile boards have become a much easier category to choose from. Until... -
Vortex M50 Hands-On Review | A Deep Dive into Vortex’s New Model Targeting the Japanese Market
On March 24, 2026, Vortex announced the M50, a split keyboard with trackballs. Given the announcement timing, there were expectations for an exhibit at Keybo... -
Lofree Hyzen Hands-On Review: Beautiful Design, Strong First Impressions, and a Few Open Questions
Lofree Hyzen has been crowdfunding on Kickstarter since April 23. Also, the latest version has been refined with small updates, so please check it out as wel... -
NuPhy Node75JIS Review｜Japanese keyboard with split space bar for office use
It is a unique and practical Japanese keyboard. NuPhy's entry-level series keyboard "Node75" is now available in a Japanese-language model. Not only can you ... -
Furycube F75 JIS Review｜75% Japanese keyboard with shining key feel and array balance
There are still not many options for mechanical keyboards with Japanese-language layouts and an aluminum housing. In this context, Furycube F75 JIS is one th... -
Nape Pro Prototype Advance Review｜A Close Look at the True Value of a Small, Portable Trackball
A product that raised 300 million yen through crowdfunding. Is its "power" real? Nape Pro, a collaboration product between GIZMODO Japan and Keychron, is a v... -
Nape Pro in a snapshot
This is Kawamura, the man in Greenkeys. GreenEchoes Studio, which operates Greenkeys, is located in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture. I often travel to Tokyo... -
JezailFunder Jiffy75 (SP75) Advance Review｜Easy-to-use left-right split 75% keyboard with low switching costs
If you have passed up Cornix, this one may actually be the real deal. JezailFunder's latest offering, the Jiffy75 (SP75), is an ergonomically oriented mechan... -
WOBKEY ZEN 65 Limited Edition Review｜The copper bass gives the keys a superb feel and weight.
Perhaps this is where the true value of a custom keyboard lies. The WOBKEY ZEN 65 Limited Edition makes us feel that way. This is a special edition of WOBKEY... -
WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS Review
Rainy fans, here we go! Finally, the Japanese-language array is available. WOBKEY Rainy75," a high-end keyboard that has been a big hit not only in Japan but...
