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Title: [IC] MASS 80: The 1st and Best Keyboard with Interactive Screen[Major Update]
Post by: MILKYWAY KEYS on Mon, 30 June 2025, 05:08:50
MW MASS 80
Backgrand

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.
(https://imgur.com/D3JAJf5.jpg)
MASS 80 Product introdution


1、Smart Interactive Screen: Control, Productivity, Fun
(https://imgur.com/tMmNAAy.jpg)
When it comes to typing, constant head-turning or fiddling with menus is the last thing you want. That’s why
the Smart Interactive Screen on the MASS80 was designed differently: Essential features, Right frequency
(https://imgur.com/k1oKP2w.jpg)
Operation Demonstration
Double-tap to mute/unmute
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMmI0NWlzaW91YXVobGZrdnRyamZwaXBsbWlqYnZwbm5rYXNqdDRtNyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/fntMjj79uLKHjU220c/giphy.gif)
Slide to adjust volume
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExa2pxOTFxZWlqODZoZ2Nkd29oNW45ZXpxMHBhN2FxNjJqaXJ5c2QydiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/KyEf5FNlRv1l1bMhWA/giphy.gif)
Music mooe
(https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYTF6aTNsNWZkbTY3MGtlNTE4MGRwcXBteHVpbXY5ZHRhM2lsbnpjNSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/57SYrcH0xhLyN6RqCZ/giphy.gif)
Pomoooro timer
(https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMjFzc25yb3JybDY4ZmNoOXBnZ3FkNzd2OG94eWpweGYxa3k4d2tqdiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/4mVhG5W0NRQ5qYcblS/giphy.gif)
Virtual keys
(https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZ2gxbndxdzB2cmJsajlyeDN2eGIxcmEzeWE0YTd6MGc0YWx2dGJtdiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/zvDBhLDw494xFN49it/giphy.gif)
Live hardware stats
(https://imgur.com/QEAR2P6.jpg)
Swipe to change themes
(https://imgur.com/rQJpQdp.jpg)
Future-proof
(https://imgur.com/rwRz80N.jpg)
2、Color Options
Anodized Silver
(https://imgur.com/fNAcXnA.jpg)
Anodized Jet Black
(https://imgur.com/WUkn1Dv.jpg)
Anodized Deep Blue
(https://imgur.com/IycnXte.jpg)
Anodized Orange
(https://imgur.com/zdiOGvn.jpg)

Anodized Champagne
(https://imgur.com/EVNQkRi.jpg)
Anodized lcy Blue
(https://imgur.com/wZiYJxS.jpg)
Anodized Pink
(https://imgur.com/14dQL6m.jpg)
Anodized Red
(https://imgur.com/AF2wNkA.jpg)
3、M-Panel: Magnetic Swappable Panel
M-Panel — the heart of personalization on the MASS80. Magnetically attached, it feels seamless and secure,
yet can be swapped in seconds, allowing endless customization possibilities.
(https://imgur.com/3PYbSSS.jpg)
(https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExdzY3OHdhajFjNDd6MG4ycjRuYmE3cXUwYW1pbzYzMjdzZ2l5MnNoeSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/N9aAA3xqup4Lbse39J/giphy.gif)
4、CNC & Aluminum Body
The MASS80 is crafted entirely from premium 6063 aluminum, and each case is CNC-machined
from multiple complex parts, a process that takes over 20 hours- we never cut corners.
(https://imgur.com/XmLPHp6.jpg)
We apply a finer 220-grit sandblasted anodizing, the outcome is a keyboard that doesn’t just
perform—it looks and feels like a piece of craftsmanship made for your desk.
(https://imgur.com/XhSIjGe.jpg)

5、3D Gasket Mount: Stability, Comfort, Consistency
Typing on mechanical keyboards can often leave you feeling fatigued.
But with the MASS80, every keystroke becomes an enjoyment.
(https://imgur.com/j6vwIuB.jpg)

6、Dedicated High-Level Dye-Sub Keycaps
And of course, we can’t forget what we’ve always been most proud of—our keycaps.
For the MASS80, we’ve created a dedicated set: MW Pixelator.
(https://imgur.com/TPGi9JL.jpg)

7、Curvature: Dedicated Wrist Rest for MASS80
TBuilt to complement the MASS80 — a modular backplate, 14 CNC-milled bars, and FR4
reinforcement combine to create a wrist rest that fits your palm perfectly.
(https://imgur.com/qUHMwBG.jpg)
Anodized Silver
(https://imgur.com/z1xPNh8.jpg)
Anodized Jet Black
(https://imgur.com/aMZ5HrG.jpg)
Anodized Deep Blue
(https://imgur.com/Dq238Yr.jpg)
Anodized Orange
(https://imgur.com/XBbCLXC.jpg)

Anodized Champagne
(https://imgur.com/Vni1hPL.jpg)
Anodized lcy Blue
(https://imgur.com/V4M31Fn.jpg)
Anodized Pink
(https://imgur.com/TD5A3dC.jpg)
Anodized Red
(https://imgur.com/5r62nHU.jpg)

8、Front Height
(https://imgur.com/P9fhNb9.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/hJcayV3.jpg)

9、Layout
(https://imgur.com/I1e2AaP.jpg)

10、SPEC AND Q&A
(https://imgur.com/4MPd9UC.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/ng7rP8g.jpg)
ZFXMeetup2025 TOKYO – Photos of Attendees at the Event
(https://imgur.com/Ruem2D6.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/d3DYbCD.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/oDmEH2n.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/E0cbPBJ.jpg)
Actual photo
(https://imgur.com/sAUXxoC.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/c8jAbOG.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/D7oR7V2.jpg)
(https://imgur.com/O4aXJxd.jpg)

The remaining content will be updated within two weeks.
Timeline

GB : November 2025 (tentative)
Color Voting: Via official Discord/QQ groups

Vendors

US:cannonkeys
CA:Unikeys
KR:Swagkeys
DE:MonacoKeys
UK:
SG:Ktechs
JP:

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