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Keychron Orca echo keyboard development and launch

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Keychron and Gizmodo Japan collaborated to develop the Orca echo, a split ergonomic keyboard designed to improve typing posture and reduce physical strain by allowing a more natural arm position. Following its development, the Orca echo ~~has seen~~ entered a crowdfunding phase that saw significant commercial ~~interest, surpassing 650~~ interest. The project, a collaboration between Keychron and GIZMART, concluded after approximately three months with over 700 million yen in ~~crowdfunding purchases.~~ total funding. This achievement attracted 26,165 supporters, setting a record for the highest funding amount in GIZMART history. The device features a 49-key layout with two-stage tenting stands and a magnetic design for joining the two units. To minimize hand movement, the keyboard integrates multiple interfaces: the right unit features a trackball, the left unit includes a wheel, and both sides are equipped with scroll pads. This configuration aims to allow users to perform typing, cursor movement, and scrolling without leaving the home position. Technical specifications include support for wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4GHz connections, along with hot-swappable switches. The device is customizable via the Keychron Launcher. While users have noted that the unique input methods—such as using a specific ‘fn1’ key combined with ‘J’ and ‘K’ for clicking—require a brief adjustment period, the design is intended to allow for efficient operation from the home position. The split design also allows users to place items, such as microphones or small gadgets, in the center space between the two halves.

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