# Signature Neon Keyboards Drop Debuted the 'Laser Wave' Keyboard at a $349 MSRP By Colin Smith | Published 2022-09-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-wave-keyboard References: [drop](https://drop.com/buy/drop-signature-series-laser-wave-keyboard?utm_placement=0&referer=UAG85L&mode=guest_open&utm_campaign=Automated%20Daily%20Promotional%202022-09-20&utm_source=SparkPost&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Daily%20Promotional&utm_content=1663658257848.401791438008194025848463)  [Drop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-prism-keyboard) debuted the 'Signature Series Laser Wave Keyboard' with a vibrant, eye-catching design. This keyboard takes inspiration from Laser Wave, which is a neon light-filled style similar to VaporWave and others. The resulting keyboard has deep blue and dark purple keycaps with clear, laser-etched key faces. Behind these faces are RGB LED lights that are [fully customizable by the user](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epomaker-galaxy-100), but by default are set to Laser Wave-inspired colors such as neon red and neon blue. Additionally, the font on the Laser Wave Keyboard is noticeable, as the longer words such as 'Backspace' have a future-inspired font. The board is built on Drop's CTRL High-Profile Case for stability and satisfying touch feedback. Additionally, the board features Holy [Panda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-4) switches that deliver an excellent tactile feel. Image Credit: Drop ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 41% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Neon-styled Keyboards:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation can be found in creating customizable, vibrant and futuristic-looking keyboards with customizable RGB lights and tactile switches. - **Future-inspired Fonts:** Chances for disruptive innovation can be found in incorporating futuristic-looking fonts in keyboards or other tech devices. - **Holy Panda Switches:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation can be found in developing or improving tactile switches that deliver an excellent typing experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Computer Peripherals:** Companies in this industry can take advantage of the trend in neon-style keyboards and create customizable, vibrant keyboards, and switches that offer better tactile feedback. - **Graphic Design and Typography:** Individuals and businesses in this industry can partner with tech device manufacturers to provide futuristic-looking fonts that enhance the user experience. - **Mechanical Keyboards and Switches:** Companies in this industry can focus on designing and producing tactile switches that provide a more satisfying and efficient typing experience for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chromatic Pro-Grade Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-prism-keyboard.md) - [Coffee-Themed Limited-Edition Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-signature-series-cappuccino.md) - [Sleek Mechanical Keyboard Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-4.md) - [Style Statement Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-paragon-cyboard.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-mechtropolis-keyboard.md) - [Three-Key RGB Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-key-v2.md) - [Limited-Edition Fantasy-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lord-of-the-rings-keyboard.md) - [Injection-Molded Keycaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keytok-ctrl.md) - [Barebones RGB Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keydous-nj80-smoke.md)