There are three main types of mechanical switches: clicky, linear, and tactile. Here are examples and sound tests of a variety of each kind. Clicky Vs Tactile Vs Linear Mechanical Keyboard Switches ...

As a general rule of thumb, it's best to change entire key groups or rows of switches. For instance, if you want to swap out ...

A loud and clicky keyboard can be distracting when you are trying to finish a paper late at night or when you are concentrating on getting a high score in the latest online shooter games. If you are ...

When it comes to keyboards, enthusiasts can get real particular about the way in which it feels and sounds. Me? The more it click-clacks like a typewriter, the better. Gamers may prefer a keyboard ...

Today, Razer revealed that its Huntsman Elite keyboard is getting a bit of an update. Aesthetically, nothing about the Huntsman Elite is changing in this new edition. All of the changes are taking ...

The HyperX Alloy Origins mechanical gaming keyboard has an obvious weight to it when taking it out of the box. At just over 2 1/3 pounds (1075g), the keyboard sports a full aircraft-grade aluminum ...

One of the biggest crazes in mechanical keyboards over the last 12 months has been the rise of so-called 60 percent form factors. The design not only omits the number pad but the function row, macros, ...

The best gaming keyboard might still be full-sized, but 60% models are increasingly popular among gamers because their tiny form factor frees up real estate on your gaming desk. If you don't mind ...

Born in the 8-bit era, raised by the 16-bit era, and perfected by the 32-bit era, Cory's roots grew from the likes Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man to the world of Resident Evil and Castlevania. Owning ...

Razer, today announced the Huntsman Tournament Edition (TE) compact gaming keyboard designed for esports tournaments. A characteristic of the Huntsman Tournament Edition is the use of the new Linear ...

The new low-profile optical switches in its overhauled DeathStalker line of slim, wireless gaming keyboards are the icing on a great -- albeit expensive -- cake. I've been reviewing hardware and ...

Managing Editor Josh Goldman is a laptop expert and has been writing about and reviewing them since built-in Wi-Fi was an optional feature. He also covers almost anything connected to a PC, including ...