# Low-Profile Mechanical Keyboards The Keychron K3 Makes a Slim, Stylish Addition to the Desktop By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k3 References: [gadgetsin](https://gadgetsin.com/keychron-k3-84-key-bluetooth-wireless-mechanical-keyboard-with-low-profile-switches.htm) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/3DoRAtn)  Mechanical keyboards are renowned for their typing comfort for writers and eSports enthusiasts alike but often have a larger build to fit the bigger switches, which is something the [Keychron](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-v2) [K3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-3) is here to change. The keyboard maintains an 84-key layout that is low profile in nature to enhance comfort and make it up to 40% slimmer than conventional options on the market. The keyboard comes with one of three switch types to choose from including blue, red and brown to ensure that users with different preferences are accommodated. The Keychron K3 keyboard is equipped with Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity that will maintain a stable connection with your choice of system to allow for typing precision throughout the day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Low-profile Mechanical Keyboards:** Opportunity for manufacturers to offer slimmer, more ergonomic mechanical keyboards for writers and gamers alike. - **Wireless Connectivity for Keyboards:** Opportunity for manufacturers to integrate Bluetooth connectivity for stable, wireless typing. - **Customizable Keyboard Switches:** Opportunity for manufacturers to offer a range of switch types to accommodate different user preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Computer Hardware Manufacturing:** Opportunity for computer hardware manufacturers to produce more ergonomic and customizable keyboards. - **Gaming Equipment Manufacturing:** Opportunity for gaming equipment manufacturers to offer mechanical keyboards tailored to the needs of eSports enthusiasts. - **Office Supply Retail:** Opportunity for office supply retailers to market low-profile mechanical keyboards as a more comfortable and space-saving option for office workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Profile Backlit Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-v2.md) - [Low-Profile Full-Size Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k17-max.md) - [Low-Profile Customizable Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k1-max.md) - [Ready-to-Use Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-s1.md) - [Full-Size Workplace Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k10-pro.md) - [Low-Profile Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-kw-x-ulp.md) - [Tightly-Spaced Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k2-max.md) - [Chromatic Ultra-Slim Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechaclix-mx10.md) - [Responsive Personalized Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k2-he.md)