Photon
Live through March 4th!
- Top and bottom case (injection molded PC)
- Plate (injection molded PC, color matched to case, fixed 6.25u)
- Wireless PCB
- Case gaskets (poron)
- Feet (silicone)
- Switch / keycap puller
- Screws and hardware
- Braided straight USB-C cable
- Battery
For only $35, you can add the following to your Photon!
- 72x Everfree Curry linears or 72x Everfree Grayish tactiles
- Basics by NicePBT keycaps in Beige or WoB
- Cherry clip-in stabilizers for a full build
Photon is a wireless keyboard that comes with a battery. Due to difficulties in shipping batteries safely overseas, we have an international only listing that allows purchase of Photons and addon PCBs that do not include a battery.
The Photon is a budget keyboard that is made via injection molding. This manufacturing method allows us to keep the price low, but it also has some aesthetic side effects. We're extremely happy with the quality of this keyboard, but we recommend reading the QC disclaimer found at the bottom of this page.
Introducing
PHOTON
Designed by ai03
The pursuit of portable perfection
Introducing
PHOTON
Designed by ai03
The pursuit of portable perfection
For all typing duties, anywhere.
ONLY
$89
For all typing duties, anywhere.
ONLY
$89
Wireless performance
Available in four colors
Wireless performance
Available in four colors
Wireless performance
Available in four colors
Beautifully designed
Sweeping curves and angles
highlight the sculpted exterior.
The bottom nests into the top
case, creating clean lines and
surfaces. A perfect fit.
Beautifully designed
Sweeping curves and angles
highlight the sculpted exterior.
The bottom nests into the top
case, creating clean lines and
surfaces. A perfect fit.
A closer look
Make it yours
With the included gaskets, you can choose how you want your photon to sound and feel. Use them all for a slightly stiffer feel with a more dampened sound profile, or opt to only use the 4 larger gaskets for a softer feel and higher pitched sound.
Photon mounted with all gaskets and built with lubed & filmed Gateron X, PC plate, cherry clip-in stabilizers, and plate foam.
Photon mounted with 8 gaskets and built with lubed & filmed Gateron X, PC plate, cherry clip-in stabilizers, and plate foam.
A closer look
Injection-molded performance
Engineered with fins and grooves to enhance rigidity and acoustics.
Gasket-mounted internals
For a superior typing experience.
Uninterrupted lines
No visible hardware with internal screws.
RGB underglow
LED lighting control at your fingertips.
Custom keyboard DNA
Encoder knob kit with knob available.
More details coming soon.
Make it yours
With the included gaskets, you can choose how you want your photon to sound and feel. Use them all for a slightly stiffer feel with a more dampened sound profile, or opt to only use the 4 larger gaskets for a softer feel and higher pitched sound.
Photon mounted with all gaskets and built with lubed & filmed Gateron X, PC plate, cherry clip-in stabilizers, and plate foam.
Photon mounted with 8 gaskets and built with lubed & filmed Gateron X, PC plate, cherry clip-in stabilizers, and plate foam.
Extended battery life.
Lightweight.
Open source.
Customize your keymap with ZMK Studio, a real time keymapping software (similar to VIA).
ZMK is an open source firmware built specifically for custom wireless keyboards. It is incredibly power efficient, allowing you to get the most out of your battery. We estimate that with normal use and RGB off, you should be able to get six months or more out of the included battery per charge. Like QMK, ZMK lets you customize your keymap and so much more.
ZMK (Stock)
• Completely open source
• 1500 mAh battery
• Active use with RGB turned off*
4000+
hours of battery life
QMK (Keychron, highly optimized)
• Partially open source
• 4000 mAh battery
• Active use with RGB turned off*
180+
hours of battery life
*ZMK battery life estimated using ZMK battery profiler with 0 downtime, assuming lab settings. Keychron estimated using their "Wireless Working Time" parameter. Real world use cases may vary.
Layout support
Layout support for default wireless and hotswap PCB
Other specifications
Measurements
Front height: 15.6mm
Typing angle: 7 degrees
Built weight (full build with battery): 565g
Unbuilt weight (case, plate, PCB): 330g
Mac/Windows Mode
Easily switch between modes
Extended battery life.
Lightweight.
Open source.
Customize your keymap with ZMK Studio, a real time keymapping software (similar to VIA).
ZMK is an open source firmware built specifically for custom wireless keyboards. It is incredibly power efficient, allowing you to get the most out of your battery. We estimate that with normal use and RGB off, you should be able to get six months or more out of the included battery per charge. Like QMK, ZMK lets you customize your keymap and so much more.
ZMK (Stock)
• Completely open source
• 1500 mAh battery
• Active use with RGB turned off*
4000+
hours of battery life
QMK (Keychron, highly optimized)
• Partially open source
• 4000 mAh battery
• Active use with RGB turned off*
180+
hours of battery life
*ZMK battery life estimated using ZMK battery profiler with 0 downtime, assuming lab settings. Keychron estimated using their "Wireless Working Time" parameter. Real world use cases may vary.
Layout support
Layout support for default wireless and hotswap PCB
Measurements
Front height: 15.6mm
Typing angle: 7 degrees
Built weight (full build with battery): 565g
Unbuilt weight (case, plate, PCB): 330g
Mac/Windows Mode
Easily switch between Mac and PC
Content and reviews
- MechMerlin Build (You
Tube) - Keebnewb Build (Twitch VOD)
- More coming soon!
Alexotos
Twitch Build VOD
Smoke Photon build with sound test
MechMerlin
Youtube Build VOD
Smoke Photon build with sound test
Keebnewb
Twitch Build Vod
Teal Photon build with sound test
xinxinwong
Twitch Build VOD
Coral Photon build with multiple sound tests
TheManicGeek
Twitch Build VOD
Coral Photon build with multiple sound tests
StaceySmash
Twitch Build VOD
Coral Photon build with multiple sound tests
Content and reviews
- MechMerlin Build (You
Tube) - Keebnewb Build (Twitch VOD)
- More coming soon!
Alexotos
Twitch Build VOD
Smoke Photon build with sound test
MechMerlin
Youtube Build VOD
Smoke Photon build with sound test
Keebnewb
Twitch Build Vod
Teal Photon build with sound test
xinxinwong
Twitch Build VOD
Coral Photon build with multiple sound tests
xinxinwong
Twitch Build VOD
Coral Photon build with multiple sound tests
StaceySmash
Twitch Build VOD
Coral Photon build with multiple sound tests
Content and reviews
- MechMerlin Build (YouTube)
- Keebnewb Build (Twitch VOD)
- Build streams and videos from your favorite content creators coming soon!
FAQ
Q: When can I order a Photon?
A: Preorders start on February 1, 2025.
Q: When will my preorder ship?
A: May 2025 (est).
Q: How long will the battery last?
A: With RGB turned off, Photon will last for more than half a year.
FAQ
Q: When can I order a Photon?
A: Preorders start on February 1, 2025.
Q: When will my preorder ship?
A: May 2025 (est).
Q: How long will the battery last?
A: With RGB turned off, Photon will last for more than half a year.
Group Buy & Pre-Order Disclaimer
This is a Group Buy, and Group Buy terms and conditions apply. The estimated date of delivery is just that - an estimate. Delays and setbacks may occur. Upon purchase, you will be charged immediately. And by purchasing this item, you acknowledge everything stated above. For cancellation and refund policies on this order, please refer to our policies and FAQ.
Photo & Render Disclaimer
We try to use as many real pictures as we can to represent the keyboard as best as possible, however to supplement these photos we use renders occasionally. These renders may vary slightly compared to the final product.
Colors in the final product may vary since renders are done under idealistic artificial lighting.
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Photo & Render Disclaimer
We try to use as many real pictures as we can to represent the keyboard as best as possible, however to supplement these photos we use renders occasionally. These renders may vary slightly compared to the final product.
Colors in the final product may vary since renders are done under idealistic artificial lighting.
QC Disclaimer
Photon is an injection molded PC keyboard that aims to be a fantastic value keyboard. Due to the manufacturing method, there are some unavoidable visual imperfections that may be present on your keyboard. These include but are not limited to weld lines, flow lines, gate vestiges, sink marks, light warping, bowing on the case edge, jetting, and minor surface marks or slight inconsistencies in the finish. Any of these seen on the exterior of the keyboard that do not impede function are acceptable. Marks seen on the inside only are also acceptable.
Please see our Sat75 X QC Doc for visual examples.
Basics by NicePBT is a budget line of keycaps that adhere to our standard NicePBT QC document. In addition to the QC document, due to the different manufacturing process the finish is slightly more susceptible to scratching.