Vantex V1 split keyboard with touchpad launches on Kickstarter
The wired V1 package starts at an introductory $129, while the wireless version begins at $159, with Vantex saying wireless is still under development.
Vantex has opened a Kickstarter preorder campaign for the V1, a split mechanical keyboard built around a central 45 × 45 mm touchpad. The wired package carries an introductory price of $129 against a stated regular price of $259, while the wireless package starts at $159, according to techradar.com.
Bundles are also on offer: a two-keyboard wired set costs $239 and a two-keyboard wireless set costs $299. The campaign set a $637 funding goal and had raised $2,556 from 19 backers with 27 days remaining at the time of writing.
The V1 has 60 keys, four programmable layers and a CNC-machined aluminium body with a powder-coated finish. It measures 30.74 × 13.74 × 3.48 cm, weighs about 1.57 kg and sits at a 7° rearward incline. It uses hot-swappable white linear switches rated at 42 ± 3 gf actuation force, 47 ± 5 gf bottom-out force and a 50 million keystroke lifespan, topped with PBT dye-sublimation keycaps; an interchangeable keycap collection is included.
Connectivity covers USB-C, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless, and the wireless model carries a 4,000 mAh battery. Vantex says the wireless version is still in development, with runtime and connectivity under evaluation. The keyboard does not include Microsoft's dedicated Copilot key.
Vantex also discloses that it uses AI-assisted tools for promotional writing, visual design and image enhancement.
Quick answers
How much does the Vantex V1 cost?
The wired package has an introductory price of $129 against a stated regular price of $259, and the wireless package starts at $159. Two-keyboard bundles cost $239 for wired and $299 for wireless.
Where can I preorder the Vantex V1?
Preorders are being taken through a Kickstarter campaign with a $637 funding goal.
Does the Vantex V1 have a Copilot key?
No. The keyboard does not include Microsoft's dedicated Copilot key.