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NocFree Lite: 60% Compact Split Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

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Minimalist Design | RGB | Hot Swappable | Fully Programmable | MacOS & Windows
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For 6-10 hours a day, we sit in front of our screens, working relentlessly to pursue our dreams. Yet, we’ve become accustomed to discomfort, clutter, and the draining aftermath.

Traditional keyboards, like handcuffs, force unnatural positions on us for a long time. NocFree sets you free with its unmatched adjustability, accommodating different body types and habits, ensuring everyone finds their most comfortable position.

The split and wireless design also gives you greater flexibility in desktop management for maximum comfort, productivity and aesthetics.

In wireless mode, there are no wires connecting the two halves, leaving your desk setup clean and elegant.

Make the centre of your desk the heart of your workspace. Look at books and reference materials with ease; let your cat lounge without interfering with your workflow; put your wand there to “Expelliarmus” drive out others’ weapons at any time!

This change in posture and desk setup is not only external, but will completely transform your daily 6 to 10 hours at the computer desk. Many people invest in expensive ergonomic chairs and standing desks, but overlook the keyboard, preventing their ergonomic devices from being truly effective.

The human body is an interconnected system.

When the forearms are forced together, the entire body is often unconsciously hunched. A minor wrist discomfort can create a ripple effect, causing overall discomfort and strain.

Similarly, life is an integrated experience.

With enhanced hardware comfort, you’ll embark on a positive cycle of increased efficiency and genuine enjoyment during your time at the computer desk.

Our keyboard is unique, but its true magic shines when you can adapt to it seamlessly.

Our goal is to make healthier typing accessible to everyone. At the core of our design philosophy is a commitment to ensuring that our unique keyboard feels like a natural extension of your existing setup. We meticulously consider every detail, aiming to eliminate any potential hurdles in the adaptation process.

The NocFree Lite features a classic staggered keyboard layout.

While other layouts have their advantages, adapting to them can be challenging for most users. Moreover, we’ve considered the daily lives and work routines of most people, where using built-in keyboards on computers is often inevitable.

By maintaining consistency, there’s no need for layout switching, reducing the learning curve and making your workflow more efficient.

The NocFree Lite is designed to allow the left and right sides to be fully merged.

For users new to split keyboards, there’s no need to worry about immediate adaptation. You can start with the keyboard fully merged and gradually separate it. 

Based on tests conducted with our family and friends, most individuals fully adapt after just one day, with the longest adjustment period being no more than a week. Your typing speed and accuracy will be on a par with using a traditional keyboard.

“This is my first experience with a mechanical and split keyboard. I initially expected a challenging adjustment, but the very next day, I fell in love with it!

But you know what’s even more remarkable? A week later, they brought back the prototype for some adjustments, and I had to return to my old keyboard. I experienced discomfort that I hadn’t noticed before. It’s like using high-quality headphones for the first time; you suddenly realize how poor the sound quality of regular headphones is.”

With its sleek 60% layout featuring 65 keys, NocFree Lite defines minimalism and productivity.

The combined key design gives you all the functionality you need with just 65 keys.

Who says ergonomic products can’t be fun? NocFree Lite offers a dazzling array of 31 lighting effects for you.

Customize color, brightness, and transition speed. Or take it up a notch and have the lights dance around the keys you type, making your fingertips the stars of the keyboard show.

*RGB is available in wired mode only.

Experience the comfort of our walnut palm rests, tailor-made for split keyboards.

Carved from a single piece of walnut, they remain cozy in winter, non-sticky in summer, and easy to clean.

The firm, arch-designed surface offers wrist support and alleviates palm pressure, ensuring effortless extended keyboard sessions.

During this campaign, we offer clean white top-print keycaps by default.

Explore our Add-Ons section to discover four additional keycap options that cater to your unique style and preferences.

The NocFree Lite is where performance meets ergonomics in perfect harmony. It’s not just a keyboard; it’s your indispensable partner for boosting productivity, elevating your leisure activities, and taking your gaming to the next level.

Unleash peak performance with our wireless mode, boasting impressive low-latency responsiveness.

When you require a rock-solid connection, our wired option is readily available.

Effortlessly transition between different operating system layouts. No more tedious software installations or complicated resets.

Just a simple key combination – [Fn+O] for MacOS mode or [Fn+P] for Windows mode – and you’re ready to go.

We’ve got you covered with convenient default settings. But why settle for less when you can have more?

Personalize your workflow by assigning any key to your desired key or macro command. Long press, double-tap – it’s all in your control.

The best part? No software downloads are required. Customize with ease via the user-friendly web interface.

Our keyboard comes with three different switch options to meet the needs of most users.

But if you’re in the mood for something different, our hot-swappable design lets you switch it up in seconds.

Explore a world of possibilities with six additional switch options available in our Add-Ons section.

Our design principle is clear: create a product that is ergonomic, easy to use and elegantly simple.We started by 3D design modeling then 3D printing.

We’ve been very attentive to all aspects of the product and have gone through several iterations. Let’s look at two examples:

The tenting kit: An ergonomic angle, an easy to use connection, and a strong structure are all we wanted! The final design combines mechanical interlocks with magnetic attachment, ensuring stability and easy detachment.

The receiver: we have redesigned the circuit board, chip, and program of the receiver several times. The current version achieves about 10 meters of communication and supports 4 fully programmable layers

Over several months, we meticulously deliberated every product detail, put our ideas to the test through 3D printing, and collaborated with factories to transform our concepts into reality. Now, we are ready to recommend it to everyone in the world.

My journey with split keyboards began when I was battling wrist pain and lower back discomfort. The search for an attractive and accessible split keyboard led nowhere and sparked the idea for this project. 

Today, most people continue to use traditional keyboards, unaware of the health risks they pose. Despite innovations in ergonomic design, they have remained out of reach for many due to their high cost and steep learning curve.

Our goal is ambitious but clear: to move split keyboards from a niche to a mainstream choice. To achieve this, we need to invest in creating molds and enhancing production efficiency, steps essential for ensuring affordability and ongoing product refinement. This approach obviously requires a lot of investment.

And this is where your support becomes critical. By backing us, you’re not only providing the necessary seed capital, you’re also helping to build a community of early adopters and believers.

Join us in making healthier working practices not just an aspiration, but a reality. Together, we can usher in an era where ergonomic wellness is a standard, not a luxury.

Thanks,

Solar

For the switches and keycaps, we’ll send a survey to you to collect your preferences once the campaign concludes, so you don’t have to choose now.

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