Mechanical keyboards have been stuck in gaming jail for too long. All those flashy RGB lights and edgy designs? Great for streamers, less great for your actual desk at work. Logitech finally gets it. The company announced the Alto Keys K98M, a wireless mechanical keyboard that looks like it belongs in an office instead of a battle station.
Priced around $120 to $150 depending on your region, the Logitech Alto Keys K98M features a 98-key layout that keeps the number pad and function keys without eating your entire desk. The standout feature is Logitech’s UniCushion gasket mount design, which absorbs typing vibrations for a softer, more refi…
Mechanical keyboards have been stuck in gaming jail for too long. All those flashy RGB lights and edgy designs? Great for streamers, less great for your actual desk at work. Logitech finally gets it. The company announced the Alto Keys K98M, a wireless mechanical keyboard that looks like it belongs in an office instead of a battle station.
Priced around $120 to $150 depending on your region, the Logitech Alto Keys K98M features a 98-key layout that keeps the number pad and function keys without eating your entire desk. The standout feature is Logitech’s UniCushion gasket mount design, which absorbs typing vibrations for a softer, more refined sound. Instead of that loud clacky noise that annoys your coworkers on Zoom calls, you get a pleasant, muted thock that actually sounds premium.
The keyboard supports hot-swappable switches compatible with standard Cherry MX form factors, letting you customize your typing feel without soldering anything. It ships with Logitech’s linear Marble switches, but you can swap them out if you prefer tactile or clicky options. The translucent upper casing paired with white backlighting comes in three colors: Graphite, Off White, and Lilac. Keycaps are durable PBT with double-shot legends that won’t fade after months of typing.
Connectivity includes Bluetooth for up to three devices and Logitech’s Logi Bolt USB receiver. Battery life reportedly hits one year without backlighting, and you can charge via USB-C while typing. Three programmable action keys integrate with Logi Options+ software for macros and automation, including ChatGPT access. Sustainability matters here too, with up to 25% recycled plastics in the casing. For productivity enthusiasts who want mechanical keyboard satisfaction without the gamer aesthetic, the Alto Keys K98M delivers.
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