DaVinci Resolve

The transparent vision of the Flux Keyboard The Flux Keyboard represents a radical departure from traditional peripheral design, effectively merging a high-resolution display with a mechanical input device. By utilizing a 97% transparent acrylic keyframe, the device allows a 1080p screen to shine through the keys, offering dynamic glyphs that change based on the active application. While the concept is undeniably futuristic, the execution reveals a product caught between being a high-end tool and an expensive novelty. Magnetic levitation and modular compromises One of the most intriguing engineering feats is the use of maglev switches. Instead of traditional springs, magnets provide the return force, allowing users to swap out magnets to adjust the weight of the keypress. The keyboard also features interchangeable tactile and linear keyframes. However, this design leads to significant side-to-side play. If you hit a key off-center, the friction increases significantly, making for an unforgiving typing experience that feels "sticky" compared to premium mechanical alternatives. Performance gaps in the laboratory While Flux marketed the device with a 1.2ms input delay, laboratory testing tells a different story. Reality sits closer to 10ms on average, a discrepancy that may frustrate competitive gamers who were sold on the 1,000Hz polling rate. Additionally, while the display is crisp at 170 pixels per inch, the measured brightness through the keycaps drops to roughly 280 nits, which is adequate for indoor use but falls short of some peak marketing claims. A niche tool for high-end productivity The real value lies in the Polymath software, which enables deep integration with applications like DaVinci Resolve. The ability to see complex hotkeys and markers directly on the keycaps is a legitimate productivity boost. However, at a staggering $530 base price—excluding modular dials and buttons—the Flux Keyboard is difficult to justify for anyone who isn't a professional editor or a hardware enthusiast with significant disposable income.