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Dismiss Browse Happier SPECIAL OFFERS Introducing: New Thelio Mega Quad-GPU Workstation laptops desktops mini servers pop!_os Launch The Launch Configurable Keyboard is engineered to be comfortable, fully customizable, and make your workflow more efficient. * High-speed USB Hub * Works on Linux, Windows and macOS * 100% Open Source * Made in Colorado Design + Buy Tech Specs Hero thumbnail background image Hero thumbnail * High-speed USB Hub * Works on Linux, Windows and macOS * 100% Open Source * Made in Colorado Design + Buy Tech Specs [overhead] Layout and Ergonomics A wide swath of customization options makes Launch flexible to your needs. The keyboard's thoughtful design keeps everything within reach, vastly reducing awkward hand contortions. Comfort at Home Maximum configurability ensures your hands can operate entirely from home row while your fingers rest on soft, textured keys. [home-comfo] Split Space Bar Bring important keys like Bksp, Shift, or Fn to your Space Bar for quick and comfortable thumb access--without altering your existing habits. [split-spac] Closer Clicking With a tenkeyless (TKL) layout, your mouse is only a short hand movement away. You know... just in case you miss each other. [closer-cli] Personalize Your workflow Place control back into your hands. Remap keys, swap keycaps, and configure multiple layers to your liking. Launch uses only three keycap sizes to vastly expand your configuration options. Fallback Replay Remap and Travel Seamlessly adjust the layout with the Keyboard Configurator application. Because changes are saved to the keyboard's firmware, you can use your custom layout at any workstation. [hqdefault] Simple Swapping Included key puller makes it easy to pop and place keys where you want them. Extra keycaps are provided in different sizes, contours, and red and blue accent colors. [hqdefault] Multilayer Functionality Use four layers for personalized application shortcuts, adjusting hardware functions, non-QWERTY layouts, and more. [hqdefault] HIGH-SPEED USB HUB In addition to the central USB-C port for connecting to your system, Launch features two high-speed USB-C and USB-A ports. Transfer 1TB of video footage in 15 minutes, compared to 5 hours on other keyboards.* *For maximum transfer speed, Launch must be plugged into a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port on your computer. Estimate based on maximum potential data transfer speed. [level-side] Handcrafted in Denver Launch features a chassis milled out of a solid block of aluminum, as well as a custom PCB (printed circuit board). It's designed, engineered, and manufactured in Denver by a team of very particular keyboard nerds. After testing various configurations, they enjoyed and approved the final product unanimously. Fallback Replay Pleasing Switches Choose your sound to best fit your work environment. Royal switches offer a muted clack for those who video conference frequently, while Jade switches produce an addictive click. Both offer an excellent tactile feel without being overly heavy--great for hours of fatigue-free typing. Jades [switch-jad] Royals [switch-roy] Fallback Replay Soothing LEDs Cycle through various light patterns and a large RGB color spectrum. Stare too long, however, and you'll succumb to the hypnotic trance of the gentle glow. Inert Design Solid milled aluminum and rubber feet stabilize the chassis and prevent it from moving around on your desk. Type flat or add the magnetic foot for a 15% incline. [angle-back] 100% Open Source Launch is our first product compatible with Linux, Windows, and macOS. In keeping with our ethos, design files are readily available for anyone to view, learn from, and modify. The accompanying software configurator has also been made public. Launch's firmware is based on open source QMK firmware. Updates can only be initiated by the user, and are available through Pop!_OS firmware settings and LVFS. When your firmware is updated, your keyboard LEDs will flash U-N-L-O-C-K-E-D, notifying you that the firmware is being changed. [level-side] UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL ON POP!_OS Launch works with Pop!_OS Keyboard Navigation to launch applications, organize tiled windows and workspaces, browse the web, and more, all without touching your mouse. The configurator application enables you to mold your layout around your workflow for maximum comfort and efficiency. LEARN MORE ABOUT POP!_OS Fallback none Launch $285.00 Tech Specs System76 Open Source milled chassis design Chassis Detachable lift bar to adjust keyboard angle by 15 degrees System76 Open Source PCB design Electronics Individually addressable RGB LED backlighting N-Key Rollover Kailh MX Hotswap Sockets Sockets and Switches Kailh Box Jade or Kailh Box Royal Switches PBT plastic Key Caps Dye sublimated legend XDA profile Layout ANSI US QWERTY Customize layout and lighting in firmware with the Custom System76 Keyboard Configurator Configurations Coming to Linux, Windows, and macOS 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C (Up to 10 Gbps) Integrated Hub 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A (Up to 10 Gbps) Firmware System76 Open Source QMK Firmware Wired, with detachable USB cable (USB-C to USB-C and Connectivity USB-A to USB-C cables included) Dimensions 12.17'' x 5.35'' x 1.3'' (309mm x 136mm x 33mm) Weight 2.09 lbs (948g) Model launch_1 Design + Buy Other System76 Products [thumb] Gazelle The content creator's command center. 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