YUNZII QL75 Retro Typewriter Keyboards


I learned how to type on a traditional mechanical typewriter during my high school years (1970s). I’m not sure if they still make them anymore, but I do find it intriguing when I see modern-day keyboards posing as retro typewriters.
Years ago, I purchased a QwerkyWriter keyboard out of curiosity, and most recently backed a Kickstarter project for the 10-Year Anniversary edition.
Perhaps it’s just a coincidence, but I received an email from YUNZII this morning promoting the YUNZII QL75 Retro Typewriter QMK/VIA Mechanical Keyboard. At USD 112.19 (MSRP USD 132.59), it seems like quite a deal, although Green and Pink are the only colour options available.
The features of this keyboard are typical of most:
Hot Swappable Switches
Switch Options:
Onyx Tactile Switch: Clicky, Prelubed, five pins, 60gf bottom-out force, 43gf actuation force, total travel 3.90 mm, pre-travel 2.00 mm.
Cocoa Cream V2 Linear Switch: Clicky, Prelubed, five pins, 55gf bottom out force, 50gf actuation force, total travel 3.30 mm, pre-travel 2.00 mm
Connections: Wired, Bluetooth 5.0 (up to 3 devices), and 2.4GHz
Adjustable RGB Backlighting, North-Facing LED
Full Anti-Ghosting
QMK/VIA to Customize:
RGB
Key Assignments
Toggle and Knob Function
Macro Settings
Built-In Rechargeable Battery
23 hours with RGB ON
31 days with RGB OFF
Compatible with Windows, MAC, and Android
Whether or not you choose to reassign keys, the keyboard has pre-programmed FN key combinations, including media controls, calculator, email, and keyboard locking.
The keyboard features five indicator lights: Caps Lock, Power, and Connection type, indicated by BT1, BT2, and BT3 indicator lights, respectively.
What’s Included
QL75 Keyboard
USB Cable for Type-C
Switch and Keycap Puller
Function Card and Manual
2.4GHz Dongle
Dustproof Cloth
Two Extra Switches
My Order
I ordered the Green QL75 with Cocoa Cream V2 Linear Switches. I also received a 10% discount, as my order was over $100.00. They also included a complimentary YUNZII Rainbow Cloud Keyboard Wrist Rest, valued at $20.39, although I’m not sure why.
I was also pleasantly surprised to see “FREE SHIPPING.” In today’s economy, this is a breath of fresh air.
I expect to receive my keyboard in approximately two weeks, and I will provide a “hands-on” review after trying it for a while afterwards.
Until next time, thank you for reading!
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Redge Shepherd
Redge Shepherd
I have over 40 years of programming experience using a variety of languages over the course of my career to develop real-time solutions for real-world problems. Keyboards connect us to the world and, as a keyboard enthusiast, I am searching for the ideal keyboard.