The Force Curve Meter Kit for MX switches is a pre-IC project that is still in development. The kit is designed to measure the force curves of MX switches. The design is open-source and uses inexpensive components such as a $11 load cell and a $0.50 load cell amplifier. The kit aims to provide usable force curve measurements and there are similar projects by other individuals using similar components. The project is still several months away from completion.

Force Curve Meter Kit for MX switches

Twilight switches are a new type of tactile switch that combines the Clear-like stem from a Durock Medium Tactile switch with the tactile leaf of a Durock T1 housing. They have a sharp and punchy tactile feel, with a bit of pretravel. These switches are not a JWK recolor, but a unique combination discovered independently by Pylon and brainandforce. The Twilight switches have a POM stem (purple), PC top, and nylon bottom (smoky gray) with a 67g spring. They will be available for purchase through a group buy from May 12th to May 22nd, with estimated shipping around mid-July.

Twilight switches

The Boston is a compact 120% keyboard designed with inspiration from the Driftmechanics Austin. It features a layout that includes 121 keys, with an additional 18 programmable keys, making it slightly narrower than a traditional full-size keyboard. The design includes a full-sized numpad, a traditional navigation block, and support for a rotary encoder above the Esc key. 

There are two case options available: a 3D printed version with multiple FR4 pieces, and a CNC version. Both versions have been prototyped and are accompanied by open-source files available on GitHub, allowing for DIY assembly. The keyboard supports USB-C connectivity, STM32F072 controller, and is compatible with QMK and Vial firmware. Optional features include single-color LED backlighting and hotswap PCBs.

The 3D-printed version has a unique design that showcases artwork of Boston's maze-like street network on the bottom and can be printed using standard hobbyist 3D printers.