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Apr 23, 2026
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Hyzen, World’s First Mechanical Magnetic Keyboard

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Nexus-Both Magnetic&Mechanical Hot-Swap |F-Keys Hidden/Visualized | CNC Aluminum Body | Gasket Mounted Design | 0.01mm RT | Tri-mode
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Lofree’s designers feel incredibly fortunate. With every Kickstarter campaign, it’s your support that turns our ideas into reality. Since the Flow series,every product we’ve created has carried the same belief — to stay original, to let ideas be tested by the world, and ultimately chosen by users.

Guided by a “Why Not” design philosophy, we don’t follow trends. We create what we believe should exist — bringing rare, high-end quality into scalable, production-ready craftsmanship.

This is where our ideas come to life. Every launch is filled with passion and excitement, as we bring something new to this platform — to be chosen, and truly loved by you.

So, what did we build this time?

In recent years, the rise of magnetic switch keyboards has far exceeded expectations. Especially in gaming, with adjustable actuation, ultra-fast response, and analog input,magnetic switches have quickly become the go-to tool for performance-driven users — redefining speed. At the same time, we began to notice another voice: for many users, a keyboard is more than just a tool. It is a tactile and acoustic experience. The feedback, rhythm, and sound of mechanical switches remain an essential part of what makes typing feel right.

And so, a divide emerged: on one side, rapidly evolving magnetic technology; on the other, the irreplaceable feel of mechanical switches. Users were forced to choose between the two — a discussion that has continued across the community.

We started with a simple question: 

If magnetic switches represent the future of input precision, and mechanical switches represent a refined typing experience, then the real answer isn’t replacement — but integration.

Hyzen was born from this belief.

Building on the innovations of the Flow series, Lofree once again partnered with Kailh to rethink the switch from its physical structure. The result is something entirely new: Nexus Mechanical Magnetic Switch. 

A ground-up design — and the first switch to truly combine the advantages of both magnetic and mechanical systems. It retains the precision and speed of magnetic actuation, while introducing the feedback and sound of a mechanical structure.

With Hyzen, speed no longer comes at the cost of feel, and feel is no longer limited by traditional design. This is not just a combination of technologies, but a more complete typing experience. In gaming, 0.01mm Rapid Trigger and dual 8K polling deliver faster, more precise input. In everyday use, the mechanical structure and gasket system provide stability, consistency, and a refined feel. At the same time, Hyzen supports hot-swappable compatibility with both magnetic and mechanical switches, allowing you to tailor your typing experience to different needs. The signature Function Keys window design makes key functions visible when you need them — and hidden when you don’t.

A Study in Form, Interface, Control and Light. 

Hyzen is not designed like a typical keyboard. 

It is designed like an object which is shaped by restraint, material, and interaction.

Hyzen begins with the simplest possible geometry — a single form, CNC-machined from aluminum. Its surface is refined with a 205-mesh sandblasted finish, continuing the material language of our Flow 2, and echoing the unibody philosophy seen in products like the MacBook. Rather than tilting the key surface, we designed an optional magnetic wrist rest that integrates seamlessly with the keyboard. Together, they form a unified object — allowing the entire structure to sit at a 12° angle, as if inserted into the desk. It no longer feels like something placed on a surface, but something that has emerged from it.

Traditional 65% keyboards rely on memory. Users must remember layers of shortcuts to access function keys. Hyzen takes a different approach. With a visualized function key window, each function becomes immediately understandable — no memorization required. Information appears when needed, and disappears when it is not. This is not about adding complexity, but about reducing cognitive load.

Control in Hyzen is designed to be intentional. The tri-mode switch and volume dial draw inspiration from Hi-Fi audio systems, where interaction is physical, precise, and deliberate. Every adjustment is: tactile, responsive and clearly defined. You don’t simply press. You adjust.

In Hyzen, light is not decoration. It is treated as a material. The translucent PC keycaps and the subtle light strip allow light to move through the structure, revealing edges, depth, and transitions. Restrained, yet present. When paired with the optional transparent wrist rest, the light is diffused into a soft ambient glow. It becomes layered, controlled, and atmospheric. The wrist rest does not simply extend the keyboard – it reshapes how light is experienced.

Hyzen is not a keyboard defined by features. It is defined by how form, interface, control, and light come together. It is not designed to stand out, but designed to belong.

Nexus is the world’s first switch to truly combine the strengths of magnetic and mechanical switches. It retains the high precision and rapid response of magnetic sensing, while introducing the physical feedback and acoustic character of a mechanical structure. Nexus is not about making magnetic switches feel like mechanical ones. It is about giving magnetic switches what they have been missing — better tactility, richer sound, and more defined feedback — to become a more complete form.

Speed in magnetic switches is not difficult to achieve. But creating a true mechanical feel is the real challenge. Nexus is built on years of switch development experience from Lofree’s Flow series. In the Flow projects, we worked with Kailh to introduce: the world’s first full-POM low-profile switch and bring gasket structures into low-profile keyboards. Through these explorations, we realized something fundamental: Great typing feel is never defined by a single component. It is the result of an entire system.

In traditional magnetic keyboards, to maintain sensing accuracy, structures often lean toward top mount designs, with harder materials and limited damping space. This typically results in: a stiffer typing feel, more noticeable resonance and less nuanced sound. With Nexus, we redefined the input experience from three dimensions: switch structure, material selection, and overall system design.

At the switch level, Nexus continues with proven mechanical architecture. It features a POM stem and carefully tuned spring curve, delivering a smooth, stable, and predictable keystroke.

At the structural level, Hyzen integrates: PCB gasket mounting, FR4 plate and multi-layer material design to control vibration paths and acoustics at a system level.

The result is a typing feel that is firm, yet layered. The result is a sound that is cleaner, more focused and more refined.

Nexus, made complete.

TMR Precision

Hyzen is built on TMR (Tunnel MagnetoResistance) sensing technology — a next-generation magnetic sensing solution. Unlike traditional Hall Effect sensors that detect magnetic field strength, TMR measures resistance changes, allowing it to capture far more subtle variations in key travel. TMR also offers improved temperature stability, stronger resistance to interference and lower power consumption. This is not just another magnetic switch.

More precise than Hall Effect. More stable under real use.

Adjustable Speed

With adjustable actuation from 0.01mm to 3.5mm, every key can be tuned to match your exact preference. From ultra-light triggers for speed to deeper actuation for accuracy and control.

With Rapid Trigger, keys can reset and re-trigger instantly, without returning to the top position. This removes the physical limitation of traditional switches, bringing faster repeated inputs, more responsive movement and tighter control in high-speed scenarios.

Gameplay Controls

Hyzen goes beyond speed. It gives you new ways to control your actions in-game.

DKS — Dynamic Keystroke. One key. Multiple actions. In FPS games, a single press can smoothly trigger – aim, shoot, reset – allowing complex sequences (up to 4 actions) to happen in one motion.

MT — Mod Tap. Tap for one action. Hold for another. In action or RPG games, you can combine – quick skills (tap), charged abilities (hold) – without moving your fingers.

TGL — Toggle. Turn continuous actions on or off. Perfect for – auto-run in open-world games, repeated actions in farming or grinding – free your fingers without losing control.

RS — Rapid Successive Priority. When multiple keys are pressed, the deeper press takes priority. In competitive scenarios, this ensures intentional actions override accidental ones — critical for movement and control accuracy.

SOCD — Directional Input Control. Manages conflicting inputs like left/right or up/down. Essential in – fighting games (clean directional inputs), PS movement (precise strafing and counter-strafing) – ensures your inputs stay clean and predictable.

HT — Hyper Tap. Trigger multiple inputs with one key. In fast-paced games, this enables – jump + crouch combos, advanced movement shortcuts, complex macros without delay.

With these advanced functions, a key is no longer just a switch. It becomes a programmable control unit.

From keys to control.

Lofree Hub

Lofree Hub gives you full control over how Hyzen behaves. Not just what it does, but how it responds. You can switch between up to 7 preset profiles, fine-tune actuation and response settings, customize key mapping and input logic, configure and unlock all six advanced input functions, and personalize lighting and visual feedback.

With a flexible and intuitive interface, Hyzen adapts seamlessly to your different styles and needs.

In today’s keyboard industry, true multi-switch compatibility is rare. Most so-called “magnetic keyboards,” even with hot-swappable designs, are typically limited to proprietary magnetic switch ecosystems, and do not support standard mechanical switches. On the other hand, traditional mechanical keyboards support a wide range of mechanical switches, but cannot accommodate magnetic switches at all.

Hyzen takes a different approach. With an open hot-swappable architecture, it supports most mechanical and magnetic switches on the market. You are free to swap switches based on your preference, exploring different typing feel and acoustic characteristics. This level of flexibility is rare — and ahead of most current designs.

Hyzen’s compatibility is not an added feature. It is a direct result of how Nexus is designed.

Nexus itself is a fusion of magnetic and mechanical switch structures. This means that from the ground up, the switch architecture must support both systems, and the socket and PCB must be designed to accommodate two different working principles. Because of this, Hyzen is inherently capable of supporting most mechanical and magnetic switches.

Hyzen provides a platform for continuous exploration and evolution.

8K Polling Rate.

Up to 8x faster than standard keyboards. Lower latency for faster reactions and greater control.

Nordic 54 Series Wireless Chipset.

Powered by a high-performance Nordic chip for stable, low-latency wireless connectivity. Enjoy smooth typing across devices without interruptions.

10,000mAh Battery. Power through days of typing on a single charge. Built for wireless freedom — no interruptions, no distractions. 

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