Keychron Launches $229 Keyboard and Vows It’s ‘Ultra’ Even Though It’s Mostly Plastic

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•Keychron recently launched two keyboard models: the V5 Ultra 8K priced at $119.99, and the Q1 Ultra 8K at $229.99.
•The V5 Ultra 8K features a near-full-size 1800-layout with a plastic case, offering a budget-friendly option.
•The Q1 Ultra 8K aims for enthusiasts offering upgrades and comes with unique layouts like southpaw Alice and one-handed gaming keyboards.

Keychron, that keyboard company that apparently thinks 'Ultra' means ‘fancy enough to charge $230,’ has unveiled the Q1 Ultra 8K and V5 Ultra 8K models, starring in a desk setup alongside anime mecha art—because productivity boosts at 8K go hand-in-hand with Japanese cartoons. The V5 Ultra 8K, priced at $119.99, boasts a near-full 1800-layout with a gloriously plastic case for those who like their cash to stay at least partially intact. Meanwhile, the $229.99 Q1 Ultra 8K upgrades the game for $110 more, proving you too can own a keyboard that straddles the line between ’tech nerd glory’ and ’mom’s favorite TV remote.’ And guess what? They have quirky niche options too, like a southpaw Alice layout and a one-handed mini gaming keyboard—because apparently, unplugging your other hand is the future of typing.