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EQUIPThe Gadgeteer · 2h ago

The $59 Gaming Keyboard Built for Dorm Rooms and Shared Walls

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Corsair is diversifying its hardware portfolio with the release of the SKIFF 100 and 100 Plus membrane keyboards. These entry-level peripherals prioritize quiet operation and affordability for budget-conscious users and shared environments.

  • 01New SKIFF series utilizes membrane technology rather than high-cost Hall effect switches
  • 02Starting price point of 59 dollars targets entry-level PC gaming and student markets
  • 03Designed for quiet operation suitable for dormitories and shared living spaces
  • 04Represents a strategic shift toward mass-market affordability over premium performance features

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Corsair’s recent keyboard releases have centered on Hall effect switches and high polling rates, going by the company’s own catalog, and those boards carry prices to match. The two new keyboards go the other way. The Corsair SKIFF 100 and SKIFF 100 Plus are membrane boards aimed at people setting up their first gaming PC, […]