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Drop Announces Major V2 Enhancements to Fan-Favorite CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT Keyboards
Stabilizer Upgrades, improved sound dampening and new switch options build upon classic qualities of beloved predecessors SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2023
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[{"type":"text","content":"Stabilizer Upgrades, improved sound dampening and new switch options build upon classic qualities of beloved predecessors\nSAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drop, the leading community-driven e-commerce company, today introduced enhanced versions of its CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT keyboards. First launched in 2018 and designed from feedback from the Drop community, these keyboards have since become best-sellers, offering a compelling combination of customization and quality. The new V2 variants of the Drop CTRL, ALT and SHIFT combine iconic, fully aluminum design with stand-out RGB lighting performance, improved features and enhanced performance, delivering an unparalleled typing experience for those seeking to elevate their desk setups. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThe CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2 keyboards feature several improvements that build on the original keyboards, including:\nHighly requested stabilizer upgrades: Plate-mounted Drop Phantom Stabilizers optimize the sound emitted from the large modifier keys and enhance the keyboard experience.Improved sound dampening: Additional layers of premium foam throughout the keyboard, including Poron top case foam, IXPE switch foam, Poron hotswap socket foam, and bottom case Poron foam, provide superior sound and performance for a highly satisfying typing experience.New switch options: Drop picked two community-favorite switch options – Gateron Yellow KS3 Linear switches or Drop Holy Panda X Clear tactile switches. The enthusiasts and users who are interested in building their own keyboard also have the option to purchase a barebones version.Personalization additions: A user-friendly interface for personalization, thanks to Drop's new Keyboard Configurator software, provides increased LED customization.Lighting improvements: Integration of the STM32 chipset offers faster and easier support for the latest QMK features along with 50 new LED patterns that are easily selectable by using hot keys on the keyboard.Expanded compatibility: VIA and QMK support expands compatibility options (VIAL support coming later this year).New color: A new black colorway option is now available for the SHIFT V2 keyboard.In addition to these new features, the CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT V2 keyboards retain the same classic qualities that have made them so popular. The keyboards are constructed with the same air...