Keychron K8 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard, Hot-Swappable TKL Custom Programmable Macro Wired Keyboard with Gateron G Pro Red Switch, RGB Backlit, PBT Keycaps for Mac Windows Linux

I was a bit surprised by the weight of the keyboard, hadnt realized how much I tend to move my keyboard around. But this one wants to stay put; thats a good thing for me, it actually forced me into better typing habits. The key action is so much better then any of my other non-mechanical keyboards. Ill not be going back to my wireless Logitech which I really liked. Initially I was very disappointed that I couldnt use VIA. Tried all sorts of troubleshooting, followed directions from the Keychron site (which was a little hard to follow for the K8 Pro). I contacted Keychron support and they responded fairly quickly, telling me that I didnt have to use the JSON file (which also wasnt a simple find) as described on their site (wish they would update the site and make it easier to find this info). And the VIA site doesnt have the keyboard listed as a supported device. The last bit of advice I got was to try on a different computer. I was using the keyboard with a system running Ubuntu 22.04, and the latest available version of Chrome installed. On the Keychron site it indicates VIA compatibility with Mac, Windows, and Linux. Apparently that isnt the case. Taking Keychrons support advice I tried on a different system, a Mac. VIA worked without a problem. As support said I didnt event have to load a JSON, it was simply recognized. I dont have a Windows system handy at this time so cant say if it works there or not. So glad VIA worked because one of the reasons I got the keyboard was VIA and the ability to reprogram the keys (but was expecting to be able to do that from any of my systems). I mainly switch between Mac and Linux boxes and I really dont like some of the Mac keyboard layouts. Still a bit disappointed but it isnt as big of a deal since I have at least one system I know I can use to reprogram the board. Not sure of the battery life, Ive not had it unplugged for long enough to really exercise the battery to give much feed back on that. I did use it in wireless mode (and not plugged in) with one of the light features enabled for about 8 hours. Using Fn-B at the end of the work day showed the battery still at 100%. I didnt really expect it to show any dip in charge for that short period, so it is good that it met that expectation. I switch between Bluetooth and wired connections, and between Mac and Windows/Android configuration somewhat frequently throughout the day. It is was a bit annoying having to flip the mechanical switches, I wish I could do it with a key or key combination. It was a bit aggravating at first but it doesnt take too long to get used to. It is great I can change the Bluetooth channels with keys but I still have to use a wired connection for a Linux system that doesnt have Bluetooth (need to find a compatible dongle for it). I think one more Bluetooth channel would be good too. I had thought that the 80% keyboard was plenty but now realize that I miss the keypad of my old keyboard. I do like the feeling of typing with this keyboard, maybe it is just in my head but it even feels a bit faster to type with. It could be the feedback of the brown switches over the mushy feel of my other keyboards. Im still within the return period and thinking about returning for a the full-sized K10 keyboard that has the keypad and is priced the same as the k8 pro. Overall good, but minus a start for the issue with VIA on Linux, the bad Keychron site, and having to use mechanical switches for Win/Android & Mac layout, and wire/wireless mode. Im hoping the switches can survive the constant use (I havent disassembled the board so dont know if they are easily replaced if they break).

I am not sure if I have set it right but just when it is dark, the lights are gone until I press key. I have connected to power at all times.

Me gusta mucho este teclado (switch marrón), sin quejas, producto enviado a Perú, llegó 4 días antes de la fecha estimada. De momento solo lo estoy probando de forma cableada, aun no he probado el bluetooth, el rgb está bien.