With the continuous progress of the peripheral industry, mechanical keyboards have also derived more key layouts from the most common full-size 100% layout. Its mechanical keyboard has developed from the original common 100% key layout to more key layouts. Among them, the compact design of the 60% keyboard, small footprint, easy to carry and store, and other advantages are very popular among players.


SteelSeries' "OmniPoint" shaft has been updated to version 2.0 through iterations. It has faster response speed and faster driving speed. It can not only customize the key speed and function, but also adjust the trigger key travel.


Not long ago, SteelSeries released the Apex Pro mini mechanical keyboard, which has a 60% layout, adjustable trigger key stroke, aluminum alloy panel, RGB backlight, PBT keycap and other configurations. The keyboard is tested out of the box.









▲The product brand, LOGO, product physical map, product model and other information are printed on the front of the keyboard package



▲The main data of the OmniPoint axis body and the design overview of the key points of the keyboard are printed on the back of the keyboard package



▲Keyboard accessories include: Type-C data cable*1, manual*1









▲The SteelSeries Apex Pro mini keyboard adopts a 60% layout and 61-key design, with an overall black theme, full-area RGB backlight, and a standard 6.25x length for the space, which is convenient for players to replace personalized keycaps later





▲The keyboard adopts the floating key design, and the aluminum alloy positioning plate



▲Limited by the keyboard layout, the overall number of keys is small. The relevant keys and functions can be realized through FN combination keys. Some keys have a key function layer and a multimedia function layer. When using it, only the FN key (Sairui LOGO key) is needed. Just do a combined trigger



▲The keyboard is matched with stepped arc keycaps PBT material with closed light-transmitting characters, and the height and angle of each row of keycaps will be designed to be inclined to ergonomic input



▲The English name of SteelSeries is printed on the back side of the keyboard



▲The Typc-C data cable interface is easy to plug and unplug, and has a wide range of applications



▲Close-up of the lateral side of the keyboard, keyboard size: length 293 x width 102 x height 41mm



▲The bottom shell is equipped with four strips of rubber feet, and the measured anti-skid effect is very good



▲The keyboard is equipped with double-height non-slip feet, which can provide three heights for the keyboard, and users can adjust it according to their usage habits and usage scenarios



▲ There is a separate space area on the back of the keyboard bottom case with a key puller inside, which is a good design and convenient for storage and use









▲The principle of the OmniPoint 2.0 shaft mounted on the keyboard is the Hall effect, which is the magnetic shaft in our memory. The OmniPoint 2.0 shaft is a linear shaft. This shaft can be adjusted from 0.2mm to 3.8mm. (Currently, the OmniPoint2.0 axis body can provide 37 adjustments), so that players can adjust the trigger to the shortest 0.2mm when they need a faster trigger, and extend the trigger distance to a maximum of 3.8mm when they need a more stable operation. The theoretical service life is about 100 million times



▲The keyboard is equipped with PBT material closed light-transmitting character keycaps



▲The large keys of the keyboard are designed with satellite shafts. During use, the large keys are smooth and neat, but some keys still have steel wire sounds. Players with hands-on ability can disassemble the keyboard for secondary adjustments (while disassembling) means loss of warranty)



▲ Pull out all the keycaps and remove a few screws that fix the PCB to separate the inner tank



▲There are two metal plates for counterweight on the bottom shell



▲PCB adopts black solder resist layer, four-pin RGB lamp beads, SMT patch, with obvious traces of board washing















▲Download the official GG driver of SteelSeries. When you connect the Apex Pro mini keyboard for the first time, you will be prompted to update the firmware



▲The keyboard function can be set normally after the firmware upgrade is completed



▲The first section of the GG driver is the "Shortcut Key" editing section, where users can set the button function of each button, which is what we often call the button customization function



▲The second section of the GG driver is the “trigger” section, in which users can set the trigger keystrokes of the 61 OmniPoint 2.0 axes of the full keyboard, and the 37 gears correspond to the trigger keystrokes of 0.2mm – 3.8mm



▲ Of course, you can also select a part of the keys to set the trigger key travel



▲ The third section of the GG driver is the "Lighting" section, where users can set the backlight effect, backlight wave mode, etc.








Longer life, faster trigger speed, OmniPoint 2.0 axis body with adjustable trigger key travel, small and simple keyboard appearance, Type-C data interface, solid aluminum alloy panel, RGB backlight effect, PBT closed light-transmitting character keys Caps and other functional configurations are gathered together. You have to look at it. As a 60% mechanical keyboard, Apex Pro mini has all the functional configurations that should be available. If you are looking for a compact and easy-to-storage player in the near future and want to experience adjustable keystrokes and new functions, you may wish Pay attention~

The most important input device of a computer is the keyboard, which greatly affects the user experience of a computer, especially when the computer is used as a productivity tool, daily office work, and games, the quality of the silver disk directly affects the efficiency. I will evaluate the Miwu ART series Z830 keyboard, now let’s unbox and experience it together.


Exterior



At first glance, it feels like a classic. Looking at it again, I feel that this is not a red and white machine. This style is indeed classic, full of retro taste. This taste is not just me, anyone who has a little bit of feelings will bring back infinite memories.



The size of the entire keyboard is quite compact. Compared with the complete keyboard, its size is reduced by at least 1/3. The Miwu ART series Z830 keyboard has a total of 83 keys. Of course, although there are fewer keys, the functions are not lacking. All functions of a standard keyboard can be realized by combining keys.



Interestingly, the keyboard comes with 7 extra keycaps for replacement. There is also a tool for pulling out the keycap and the key shaft. The seven buttons are four arrow keys and three multi-function keys. Different colors can make the keyboard have different styles, and the replacement of the function keys corresponds to the different keys of the two systems of Windows and Mac. In this way, I can fully DIY customize according to my own needs.



The size of the keyboard is indeed quite compact, hardly any extra space is wasted. The size is 337*152*40mm, and the weight is 788 grams. The overall appearance is made of ABS shell material, while the keycap is made of PBT material. The texture of the keyboard is very solid and the durability is very good. Even if used for a long time, the keycap will not be corroded by the sweat of the fingers, and it will be clean and oil-free.



In addition, we can see that there are many game console key symbols printed on the keyboard. When I saw this, it immediately brought back my memories. As a post-80s generation, I grew up playing red and white machines.



The four red arrow keys are all replaced by gamepads, which is very innovative. And the red button is quite prominent, isn't this the feeling of the red and white machine back then. However, the manufacturer also presented 4 gray arrow keycaps. If you don't like the red color, you can still replace it yourself.



Since the space of the keyboard is quite compact, there is also a row of functional areas in the upper left corner of the keyboard, which can indicate the current working status of the keyboard, such as switching between upper and lower case. 1, 2, 3 Bluetooth switching, and a 2.4G wireless use status. These status functions are self-explanatory.



On the top of the keyboard, you can see the key switch, the use mode switch, the switch supported by Windows and Mac systems, and a Type-C charging switch. There is also a storage slot next to it, and the 2.4G wireless receiver is here. , It can be very good anti-lost when not in use.



On the back, there are two foot pads, which can raise the angle of the keyboard after opening. The shape on the back also looks retro.



From the overall appearance, this keyboard has changed the modern design and directly engraved the classic of the red and white machine. The soul of the red and white machine is injected into the keyboard, which is retro and tasteful. Let's take a look at the appearance and use experience.


Experience



Miwu ART series Z830 supports Bluetooth, 2.4G wireless, and wired three-mode connection. Among them, Bluetooth can switch 3 groups of different Bluetooth devices, and the scalability is professional and rich. When connected in wireless mode, its built-in 4000mAh lithium battery can last up to 200 hours, and after plugging in the USB-C data cable, it can also be charged while playing games, completely solving the anxiety of battery life.



And the key shaft. Miwu’s ART series Z830 uses Jiadalong’s G yellow Pro shaft. Its key shaft is self-lubricated and feels very comfortable. And the keyboard has 2 layers of sound-absorbing cotton built in, which plays a good role in isolating the sound. The typing sound is also very crisp. But it will not be jerky and noisy like ordinary mechanical keyboards. Therefore, whether it is playing games or working, it is very suitable.



In addition, it also has its own RGB colorful light effect. Through the combination of keys on the keyboard, I can switch the light mode and the brightness of the light at will. Moreover, this light can also support driving, which can be used to assign lights, keys, and custom macros, which greatly increases the fun of this keyboard.



In addition, the Miwu ART series Z830 also supports full-key hot-swapping. I can use the tools that come with the factory to replace other key switches at any time, so as to experience the fresh fun brought by different key switches.



Summarize


In general, this Miwu ART series Z830 is small in size and does not take up space, especially suitable for a small living room and a small table, but it has all the function keys. While reducing the size of the keyboard, it will not affect the size of the keyboard. Functionality is missing. And the classic shape of the red and white machine, as well as the symbols on the buttons, are also a tribute to the FC of the year. Just put it on the computer table in this shape, it is a particularly tasteful work of art.

There are many electronic products on the desktop. For a desktop of 2 square meters, cable management and "wireless" processing can make the desktop more tidy.



The wireless transformation of my desktop started with the Durga K620w wireless keyboard I chose. After the K320w wired keyboard I used before, I have been fascinated by Durga’s keyboard. It is solid in workmanship and feels very good. It is popular among users who often code and play games. favorite.



Durga K620W is a wireless three-mode hot-swappable mechanical keyboard. It is also one of Durga's main mechanical keyboards with super long battery life and dual system recognition functions launched after K310W and K320W.



Keyboard accessories include: USB cable, 2.4G receiver, receiver expansion adapter, key puller, shaft puller, dust cover, cable management belt. These accessories allow us to increase the receiving distance, freely change the axle body and manage the cable. At the same time, it is also equipped with three keycaps, which can be easily matched with MAC computers.



For the dustproof protection of the keyboard, my way is to use the transparent keyboard protective case that comes with the Duga keyboard, which will be covered on the keyboard every time it is used up to prevent the keyboard from getting dust.



Dujia K620w and K610w mechanical keyboards are distinguished by models with 87 keys and 104 keys. My desktop color is mainly blue and black, and I often play games, so I chose the fog blue 87-key matte version, which can balance the color of the desktop. Of course, this one is also available in dark green.



Duga K620w mechanical keyboard supports Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4G wireless and wired USB three-mode connection, which can be switched arbitrarily on mobile phones, computers, and tablets. And it supports dual systems automatically, automatically matching according to windows and MAC systems. This connection method can meet the needs of office, study and game.



Above the keyboard is a hidden storage, which saves the 2.4G receiver, as well as the wired connection port and the keyboard switch key.



Adjust the connection switch of each mode by controlling the QWER button. You can also use the Zeus driver software to edit the keyboard and set the macro, and use it on the keyboard through the onboard storage configuration.



Viewed from the side, its keyboard has a certain thickness, and the visual beauty is increased by black and white.



It is divided into 8 layers in total: PBT keycap, shaft body, upper cover, metal positioning plate, silicone pad, PCB board, sound-absorbing cotton, and bottom shell.



With the key puller, the keycap can be easily removed, and those who like to DIY the keycap can also replace it by themselves. The comfort of the keycap is also according to the original factory requirements, and the height of the keycap is 10mm. The height of the keycap is 2mm lower than that of the OEM. Compared with the feel, the rebound time of the keyboard is shortened.



The first touch of Dujia K620w must be the keycap, which is made of high-content PBT material, which will not leave oily shine after a long time of use, and can also protect the white keycap. The characters on the keycaps adopt a two-color closed-end molding process, and the paint will not wear off after long-term use.



The smooth contact edge of the keycap is more comfortable to use, the closed characters are more three-dimensional, and the visual appearance is more comfortable.



The playability of the mechanical keyboard lies in the replacement of the shaft body at will. With the shaft puller, the full key shaft body can be replaced.



I chose the silent red switch, which is suitable for office work and playing games. It is suitable for use at home. It is very quiet, and it will not disturb the rest of the family when used at night. Of course, there are red shafts, tea shafts, and silver shafts to choose from.



Dujia and Jiadalong cooperated to launch a customized shaft body applied to K620w, which belongs to Jiadalong CAP shaft. This kind of shaft body is adjusted and optimized by Dujia on the basis, so that the "crystal shaft" feels more comfortable and presses comfortably.



In my actual use of the mute red switch, the pressing pressure is moderate, especially according to the strength of the fingers, the rebound is soft, and the fingers do not feel tired after using it for a long time. And the mute effect is very good.



Of course, when choosing a wireless mechanical keyboard, you must also consider its battery life support. When it is fully charged and used for 8 hours, the battery life can be as long as 200 days with a wireless connection, and it can also guarantee nearly a year of battery life in Bluetooth mode. Time does not need to be charged, such a hardware configuration can be said to be used at will.



The functional features of Dujia K620W are the reasons for choosing it, DIY keycaps, and the shaft body can be replaced at will. Low power consumption, long battery life, up to one year without charging, automatic identification of dual systems and support for three-mode connection, which can meet the needs of various brands of mobile phones, tablets, and computers on the market, and there are 87 and 104 key positions available for use in scenarios and The crowd is wider.

Nowadays, many people should like to play games at home to kill time. And it can also promote feelings with good friends. Games are no strangers to our generation. I dare say that everyone knows it and everyone loves it! I saw the side-cut mechanical keyboard used by others on a certain platform before and thought it looked good. Since then, I have learned about mechanical keyboards and the famous cherry switches. There are brown switches, red switches, and green switches are different, and friends who have finished these mechanical keyboards should understand. I'm still a novice...but I really like the cherry keyboard. When playing games, pressing the keyboard makes a rattling sound, as well as the sense of satisfaction every time you press it, I enjoy it very much... very decompressed...



The first time I touched such a high-quality keyboard was at a friend's house, and she bought it for her boyfriend. I can't remember the exact model of the CHERRY mechanical keyboard. But looking at the appearance of this ammunition box, it is too beautiful to hold. The aluminum keyboard base and the damped swivel support make it feel like a two-character texture! But when I saw it, wow~ I was stunned! It's so beautiful! I really want to have it...



After hesitating for a long time and choosing for a long time, I finally decided to buy a tea shaft with cherries, and chose white among black and white. It's a bit darker like lime white when you get it, it's a more retro tone! I like retro things haha.... A key puller is provided as a gift, and there is also an adapter that can be used directly by plugging it in. The tea shaft is really more comfortable for coding, and the overall is good! It feels like opening the door to a new world and entering a new pit hahahahahahaha

Fire Sammy


Although Huoyan Senmei started to make some original keycaps, it seems that the operation of black and white food and selling designer models in blind boxes is still not honest.



This keycap is a secondary creation themed keycap designed by the designer of "Furball Studio" "Whining". It is inspired by the popular drama "Lonely Rock" in October.



Boochi_the_Rock


Color matching:



In terms of color, the representative colors of the four protagonists are selected, with pink and white as the main tone.


Personality section:


Based on various music elements and character decorations in comics, there are also some memes


Real shot display:


Skylight




Keycap parameters:


Material: PBT


Height: original factory height


Process: five-sided sublimation


Personal Rating: 4—5


There will be higher requirements for secondary creation keycaps. During this period of time, there are a lot of secondary creation keycaps about "Lonely Rock", but it seems that most of the designs are still somewhat mediocre and even a little "fishing in troubled waters". It looks relatively coordinated and thoughtful, and the price is relatively close to the people.


Buying advice:


It can be matched with white, pink, wooden, and gray shells, the price is 189, and it is sold on the platform.