# Low-Profile Backlit Keyboards Keychron's 'V2' Mechanical Keyboard Boasts a Flattened Frame By Colin Smith | Published 2022-09-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-v2 References: [keychron](https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-v2-qmk-custom-mechanical-keyboard?syclid=ccks7l039i7jv3tpjs4g&utm_campaign=emailmarketing_130652110937&utm_medium=email&utm_source=shopify_email)  Keychron launched the 'Keychron V2,' its latest mechanical keyboard with a low-profile design. The most notable change to the V2, the latest addition to the company's 'V' line of keyboards, is its flattened frame and raised keys that make for a comfortable typing experience. Aside from its low-profile design, the Keychron V2 has a [65% layout](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-mechanical-keyboards) that removes the numpad, extra control and alt keys, the function key row, and all quick keys except for delete and home. This allows the keyboard to be ultra-compact and portable, taking up the smallest amount of desk space possible. This form factor is ideal for typists, professionals, and gamers alike who do not have a need for the extra quick-function keys. Lastly, the Keychron V2 is ultra-personalizable due to its [hot-swappable design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k2-he), its QMK and VIA software compatibility, and its pre-lubed keycaps. The keyboard is available now from Keychron at $94.00 USD. Image Credit: Keychron ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 Keyboards:** Opportunity for other keyboard makers to produce low-profile designs for a comfortable typing experience. - **Ultra-compact Keyboards:** Opportunity for ultra-portable keyboards that take up the smallest desk space possible for professionals on-the-go. - **Hot-swappable Keyboards:** Opportunity for keyboard manufacturers to produce keyboards with hot-swappable designs for easy customization by users. ### Who This Affects Most - **Keyboard Manufacturing:** Opportunity for keyboard manufacturers to produce low-profile and ultra-compact keyboards for professionals on-the-go and gamers alike. - **Computer Peripherals:** Opportunity for companies that produce computer peripherals to develop hot-swappable keyboards that allow easy customization by users. - **Gaming Accessories:** Opportunity for gaming accessory manufacturers to create low-profile, ultra-compact keyboards that are ideal for gamers due to their portability and customizable design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Profile Full-Size Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k17-max.md) - [Low-Profile Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k3.md) - [Low-Profile Customizable Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-k1-max.md) - [Entry-Level Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-v1.md) - [Compact Low-Latency Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q2-max.md) - [Space-Saving Customizable Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Transparent Silicone Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-v4.md) - [Tightly-Spaced Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k2-max.md) - [Full-Size Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-q5.md)