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Title: [IC] MASS 80: The Smartest Keyboard with Interactive Screen [updates]
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Mon, 30 June 2025, 05:08:50
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Hello everyone, this is MW~
Milkyway known for keycaps, now stepping into kits with MASS 80. After 2+ years of R&D,
we present a TKL engineered around keycap-centric innovation, redefining modularity and interactivity.
Render video
Product Photography

If the screen appears slightly laggy, there’s no need to worry.
This is just an early demo. Our team is actively optimizing the software, and the final version will run at over 35 FPS,
resulting in smooth, fluid motion that’s clearly visible to the naked eye.
MASS 80 Product introdution
Feature Overview
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Timeline

GB : January 20–February 10, 2026
Color Voting: Via official Discord/QQ groups

Vendors

US
Cannonkeys
https://cannonkeys.com/
CA
Unikeys
https://unikeyboards.com/
KR
Swagkeys
https://swagkeys.com/
SE
MaxGaming
https://www.maxgaming.com/
DE
Monacokeys
https://monacokeys.de/
JP
Sanyo LLC
http://www.higashi-exp.com
GB
Proto[Typist] Keyboards
https://prototypist.net/
TR
rationalkeys
https://rationalkeys.com.tr/en/
VN
Mokbstore
https://mokbstore.com/
AU
Torostudio
https://www.torokeeb.store/
CN/ ROW
MWKEYS
https://www.mwkeys.com/

Other regions vendors TBD  (Feel free to contact us!) :D
Join the IC

We want your feedback!
Which feature excites you most?
Colorway preferences?
Beta testers will be prioritized from active IC participants.
Instagram: @milkywaykeys (https://www.instagram.com/milkywaykeys/)
Discord Server: Milkyway keys (https://discord.gg/fUduE533KA)
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: ivanh98 on Mon, 30 June 2025, 07:00:28
very interesting. I'd prefer if a traditional nav cluster was possible.

On another note: @keepoto can finally celebrate the release of HHKB TKL LOL
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: Sm0k3d0uT on Mon, 30 June 2025, 11:26:13
are you able to display and control your music apps from the screen?
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: keepoto on Mon, 30 June 2025, 12:02:26
Quote from: ivanh98 on Mon, 30 June 2025, 07:00:28
very interesting. I'd prefer if a traditional nav cluster was possible.

On another note: @keepoto can finally celebrate the release of HHKB TKL LOL

yea I'll buy just for HHKB top
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: Surefoot on Mon, 30 June 2025, 17:31:46
I like the design. To get a big screen and save the useful keys I'd have used a 75% layout and put the screen on the right side. Here I would only get the keys and not the screen, so the added value of that keyboard is lost.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: TheManicGeek on Mon, 30 June 2025, 18:08:23
OK this is hot. Also that HHKB layout was NOT something I was expecting to see... I kinda... like it? GLWIC, would love to build with one of these!
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: giraffecrane on Mon, 30 June 2025, 21:03:39
interesting. Could traditional nav cluster work?
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: BloodyEvilWings on Tue, 01 July 2025, 03:20:43
Looks cool but lack of wireless connection and quick release mechanism is really a pain. I will wait and see.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: MonacoKeys on Tue, 01 July 2025, 03:31:51
Good looking board and very interesting concept, Congrats :-)
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: lukninja on Tue, 01 July 2025, 03:51:09
Looks really cool and the screen integration with the auto detection sounds interesting. I just hope you can implement a quick release mechanism like the catch ball system we've seen on a few recent boards.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: BerserKeys on Thu, 03 July 2025, 22:10:25
That is really a nice concept and cyberpunk style keyboard we would love to see. Good luck!
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Fri, 04 July 2025, 03:45:12
Quote from: Sm0k3d0uT on Mon, 30 June 2025, 11:26:13
are you able to display and control your music apps from the screen?
Currently only compatible with certain software.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: Zahul on Fri, 04 July 2025, 04:00:22
I don't even like TKL's and would still consider this. GLWIC!
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: örange_stone on Thu, 10 July 2025, 11:51:01
I'm in!
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: omf on Wed, 16 July 2025, 22:12:11
Looks great!
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: Randomlosername on Fri, 25 July 2025, 05:39:09
This lowkey really cool. Have you thought about offering other modular add-ons in place of a large display? Like save a smaller display that is the top three keys on the nav cluster etc. Anyways this is must me rambling haha but it looks cool. I like the booty on this board a lot.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: Jurapikahhh on Sat, 26 July 2025, 08:12:27
Would be cool to see to an F12 option. F13 and the screen are my least favourite aspects of this, but still interested overall.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playability
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Fri, 19 September 2025, 05:56:12
New actual photos of the Mass 80 have been updated. More colors and detailed accessories will be released together by the end of the month.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playabilit
Post by: shansoft on Sun, 21 September 2025, 00:48:10
Quote from: Jurapikahhh on Sat, 26 July 2025, 08:12:27
Would be cool to see to an F12 option. F13 and the screen are my least favourite aspects of this, but still interested overall.

Looks like the screen can be swap out for keys.

The actual photo have some kind of knob, that is something I wish it can also be customized. I am not a fan of having knob on TKL.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The First Keyboard Kit Revolutionizing Keycaps Playability
Post by: BossKeebs on Sun, 28 September 2025, 04:52:51
I love this idea here
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The 1st and Best Keyboard with Interactive Screen[Major Update]
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Tue, 14 October 2025, 03:25:50
Major Update on Appearance & Details
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The 1st and Best Keyboard with Interactive Screen[Major Update]
Post by: Tommy206 on Thu, 11 December 2025, 00:30:16
Anyone build a prototype/sample of it yet with a video?
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The 1st and Best Keyboard with Interactive Screen[Major Update]
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Tue, 06 January 2026, 19:55:23
Quote from: Tommy206 on Thu, 11 December 2025, 00:30:16
Anyone build a prototype/sample of it yet with a video?
Thank you for your interest.
Updated product video available.
Title: Re: [IC] MASS 80: The Smartest Keyboard with Interactive Screen [updates]
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Tue, 06 January 2026, 20:11:32
Update Details:
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