Keystone — The Future of Mechanical Keyboards

A project in San Jose, CA by Input Club
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An Open Source Analog Keyboard with Adaptive Typing AI.
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Backers: 1175
Average Pledge Per Backer: $186

Funded: $218,604 of $35,000
Dates: Jul 16th -> Aug 15th (30 days)
Project By: Input Club
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Latest News

Keystone Update #2 - New Limited Backer Slots

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
We made a ton of progress last week! The campaign is going strong — mainstream media coverage has given us a leg up. Our Hall Effect switch technology, its crazy lifespan, and the new software platform Keystone will use are poised to modernize... (Read More)

Input Club Crowdfunds Pressure-Sensitive Mechanical Keyboard

July 18th - via: tomshardware.com
Input Club is crowdfunding Keystone, an RGB mechanical keyboard featuring new SILO magnetic switches that enable analog input. (Read More)

Update #1 - We reached our goal, Stretch Goals announced!

July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Our team is humbled by the response to our launch yesterday - thank you all so much for your support and trust as we embark forward on this project. The Keystone has a long road ahead of it and we are excited to have the opportunity to continue... (Read More)

New Analog Keyboard Switches Promise Lifespan of 1 Billion Presses

July 16th - via: extremetech.com
The world of custom mechanical keyboards is more vibrant and varied than ever before, but most of the switches in those fancy boards still use the same contact leaf mechanisms that have existed for decades. (Read More)

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