QwertyKeys, the budget arm of Owlab, drops the QK100 Mk2 on July 24 2026. The pre‑built, aluminium‑case keyboard ships for $219. It keeps the full 1800 layout, including a dedicated zero key, while trimming overall size. Two wireless modes—Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz—are chosen by back‑panel switches, and a USB‑C port handles charging and data.

Inside the Mk2 sits a small LCD between the numpad and alpha deck. The screen can display time, battery level, or playful cat‑themed animations and an “Animal Grocery” typing game. Above the numpad, a noise‑reactive LED strip and a touch strip let users tweak system volume on the fly. A retro‑styled button beside Esc toggles per‑key RGB.

The QK100 Mk2 packs an 8,000 mAh battery that promises up to 800 hours of use without backlighting or the display, 100 hours with the display, and 40 hours when all LEDs stay lit. A polypropylene plate softens the click, while Neo Oat linear switches offer 36 gf start force and 45 gf bottom‑out. Four colors—Radiant Silver, Black Knight, Aquamarine Blue, Strawberry Pink—feature matching ABS Cherry‑profile keycaps.

For gamers and typists who value portability without sacrificing a numpad, the Mk2 blends nostalgia with modern features. Its price sits below many flagship models, making it a compelling alternative for budget‑savvy users. The inclusion of a touch strip and animated LCD may spark a trend toward more interactive mechanical keyboards.