Those that cater to gamers have discovered that mechanical keyboards have some appeal for their target audience, so we’ve seen new mechanical models begin to emerge from the likes of SteelSeries, Razer, Thermaltake, and even obscure brands like Qumax and Zowie. The good news is that keyboard makers are increasingly dabbling in clicky designs. Clicky aficionados like myself were forced to purchase used Model Ms on eBay or shell out a couple months worth of coffee rations for a geek-chic Das Keyboard.
Not very long ago, this clique of clicky enthusiasts was so small that most manufacturers completely ignored it. Despite their obvious benefits, most people would rather spend $20 on a budget keyboard than lay down the cash required to drown out their problems in a torrent of clicks and clacks. Sorry, I still can’t quite make out what you’re saying.Ĭlicky keyboards are very much a niche product category.
What’s that? Speak up, I can’t hear you! Stop typing? Err, alright… Oh, you want me to take out the trash? Click click clack click.
