Epomaker Announes the Shadow-X - a Revolution in Mechanical Keyboards

[TheLostSwede]

Discover innovation at its finest with the all-new Epomaker Shadow-X Mechanical Keyboard.

Sleek Design FRL TKL 70% Layout for Optimal Space Utilization
Embodying an unprecedented 70% layout, Epomaker spares no effort in creating the cutting-edge mechanical keyboard in hopes of bringing better typing and visual experience to keyboard enthusiasts. Epomaker Shadow-X is designed with a sleek outlook to not only optimize the desk space but also to retain the full function of a keyboard. Despite its Function-row-less TKL keyboard, a simple shortcut effortlessly activates the function row when needed.

Intuitive LCD screen and Precision Metal Rotary Knob
Keeping up with the modern trend, Shadow-X features an intuitive LCD screen that presents essential things to users at a glance. Moreover, the screen is fully customizable using the Epomaker Driver, allowing users to personalize the screen with favorite pictures or GIFs, elevating the keyboard experience to new heights. Another standout feature is its metal rotary knob, ingeniously set as a connection mode switch. With a seamless rotation, this innovative keyboard effortlessly switches between various devices.




Immersive Typing with Gasket Mount structure and PC Plate
The gasket-mount structure has long been known as the most popular structure in mechanical keyboards for its bouncy typing feeling. Unlike traditional tray, top, or bottom mounts, the gasket-mount structure offers a more cushioned feeling. Combined with a PC plate, which is the best partner for gasket mount, the keyboard delivers a wonderful and unparalleled typing sensation with each keystroke.

Ultimate Sound Profile with PORON Foam and IXPE Switch Sheet
Sound profile perfection is a paramount consideration in mechanical keyboards. Epomaker meticulously addresses this in the Shadow-X by equipping it with PORON Foam and an IXPE switch sheet - the keyboard effectively absorbs the hollow sound and minimizes the key stress to ensure the switch's durability.

Triple-mode Connection and Long-Lasting Battery
Epomaker Shadow-X is compatible with both Win and macOS systems. With a few shortcuts, the keyboard can easily jump from different operating systems. Also, the keyboard enables both wired USB and wireless 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connection. In Bluetooth connection, the keyboard can connect to up to three devices simultaneously, which is an ideal solution for multi-device users. Supporting a robust 3000mAh battery, the Shadow-X excels in demanding work environments, providing extended battery life and eliminating frequent charging interruptions.

Price and Availability
Epomaker Shadow-X has been released on Epomaker's official website now, which is a budget keyboard with all the features mentioned above. It has various switch options including linear and tactile types to cater to the needs of different customers.

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[Chaitanya]

Would have liked to see full sized one and even this one is missing entire F keys and Page-Up button which are quite important.

 

[Assimilator]

WTAF is the point of having the LCD in that position...

 

[bonehead123]

Would have liked to see full sized one and even this one is missing entire F keys and Page-Up button which are quite important.

Mee 2 !

WTAF is the point of having the LCD in that position...

To me that LCD is essentially worthless because it contains WAY too much info/ too many icons, which are all WAY to small to be useful unless you are wearing magnifying glasses

It would have been much more useful if it was above the number keys, using most of or all of that space for a 1/2" high x 8-12" long display.....

 

[Post Nut Clairvoyance]

Is there any reason why manufacturers arn't expanding keyboards vertically? I imagine I along with many others only wanted more mouse space.

Also, who the hell asked for TKL without F row? Is marketing really doing their job of finding the market?

 

[Chrispy_]

Why is it okay to sacrifice a key for the rotary dial, but squeeze the OLED into some spare space? I personally use PgUp about as much as I use PgDn.

I find this keyboard contradictory. Their marketing literally says "optimal space utilization" and then shows a picture of a very sub-optimal keyboard wasting a whole f***ing ton of space on bezels top and bottom. What's optimal about removing keys there's plenty of room for? Why do we need a rotary dial to switch between different devices, surely that was a solved problem with Fn+1, Fn+2, Fn+3 etc?

I'm clearly not the target audience for this, but it's such a kludge of contradicting different design ideas and features that I'm genuinely not sure who the hell would actual be the target audience for this. You're going to have to pry the QF Stealth from my cold dead hands...

 

[trsttte]

WTAF is the point of having the LCD in that position...

Raising the price with a useless feature

 

[Chrispy_]

To me that LCD is essentially worthless because it contains WAY too much info/ too many icons, which are all WAY to small to be useful unless you are wearing magnifying glasses

It would have been much more useful if it was above the number keys, using most of or all of that space for a 1/2" high x 8-12" long display.....

I'm not sure I want a keyboard like that even after I 'fixed' it in Photoshop.

Sure, it's better, but it's still not good (to me, at least).

 

[Fungi]

The price is great but the layout is pretty confusing. I'm not sure it's worth dropping page up for a knob. Why not just copy the G913 corner dial thing if space is that tight?

 

[zlobby]

Wireless and no decent encryption? Hard pass from me! Shame that the rest sounds interesting.

 

[Gmr_Chick]

This board could've been so much better if it didn't have that worthless LCD screen/ or move the screen to the top right corner, and wasn't surrounded by thick bezels.

I'll be sticking with my much loved Hyper X Alloy 65, thankie very much.

 

[bonehead123]

I'm not sure I want a keyboard like that even after I 'fixed' it in Photoshop.

Sure, it's better, but it's still not good (to me, at least).

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Nice PS job, that's close to what I was getting at, but I was thinking more like having it in the center, which would reduce the amount of side to side looking I would have to do...

 

[trsttte]

I'm not sure I want a keyboard like that even after I 'fixed' it in Photoshop.

Sure, it's better, but it's still not good (to me, at least).

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For me at least it's quite simple why this is dumb, you have one - or preferably more - large screen in front of you, why the hell would you care for a very small one in the keyboard?

Things like the stream deck make sense because the "screens" are part of the buttons and serve as labels, other info is much better presented in front of you on the regular monitor(s)

 

[capdauntless]

The screen in a neat gimmick. What is lost on me is, while I'd be happy to use a keyboard like this (no F row is fine with me), they claim the keyboard is compact because they removed that row. But then proceeded to add a one inch border around the outsides. That destroys any kind of value it has for me since my desktop is very limited in depth.