Das Keyboard 5Q: The Advanced Mechanical Keyboard

The realm of keyboard technology is constantly evolving, from specialized gaming keyboards with futuristic designs to the rise of mechanical keyboards. Mechanical keyboards, featuring dedicated switches under each key, have taken the world by storm, offering tactile feedback and reducing the likelihood of accidental keypresses.

Das Keyboard Company, a leading manufacturer of mechanical keyboards, is propelling keyboard technology into the digital age with the introduction of the Das Keyboard 5Q. This innovative keyboard is not just a peripheral; it’s a gateway to the internet, creating a user-friendly computing experience by seamlessly integrating online information.

The Das Keyboard 5Q is designed for users who require quick access to a wide range of information in their daily tasks. It features unique prototype keys that streamline various information technology operations through simple keypresses. For instance, when working online, distractions such as notifications for birthdays, project updates, and appointments can disrupt your focus on the screen. The 5Q eliminates these distractions by integrating LED lights beneath the keyboard keys, each using distinct colors to convey different types of information.

The Das Keyboard 5Q stays connected to the internet at all times, and with dedicated software, you can configure notifications and LED lighting effects. For example, as the deadline for a project approaches, you can set the numeric keys’ LEDs to change color or start blinking at a specific rate, all customizable through the configuration software. The 5Q’s API is open source, enabling users to create personalized configurations, shortcuts, or macros. It features 104 keys with RGB LEDs and includes a ‘Q’ panel in the upper right corner, displaying real-time online streaming data. The 5Q is compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems. Key to its performance is the cutting-edge mechanical switch, Gamma-Zulu, designed for an estimated 100 million key depressions with keystroke dimensions of 1.5mm. Das Keyboard aims to provide an immersive sensory experience, with a price set at approximately $299. While the shipment confirmation duration remains undisclosed, more detailed information will be unveiled when the prototype is introduced at CES 2017 in Las Vegas.

For more information, you can visit the Das Keyboard official website.