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FreeFlow Archon AK68 Dual Dial Keyboard Review: Is it suitable for office use?
Mongttang reviews the Freeflow Archon AK68 dual dial keyboard. This keyboard features a unique dual dial, various color options, and a new Joseon Stepping Stone switch. Let's find out if it's suitable for office use and which switch is right for you.
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A quick product review is coming up.
Freeflow keyboards are known for their beautiful color options.
The Blue switch is suitable for those who prefer existing low-noise switches, while the Stepping Stone switch is suitable for users who are willing to compromise on some noise. The Stepping Stone switch is a hybrid, neither low-noise nor linear.
1. ⌨️ Introduction and First Impressions of the Freeflow Archon AK68 Dual Dial Keyboard
- ✅ Freeflow Archon AK68 Dual Dial Keyboard recommended for office use
- ✅ Unique design featuring dual dials
- ✅ New Joseon stepping stone switch added
A quick product review is coming up.
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1. ⌨️ Introduction and First Impressions of the Freeflow Archon AK68 Dual Dial Keyboard
- ✅ Freeflow Archon AK68 Dual Dial Keyboard recommended for office use
- ✅ Unique design featuring dual dials
- ✅ New Joseon stepping stone switch added
A quick product review is coming up.
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2. 🎨 Various Color and Switch Options, Price Information
- ✅ Four color options: Soda, Blue option, Matcha Latte, Midnight
- ✅ Five switch options: 1 linear, 1 tactile, 3 Joseon switches
- ✅ Options used in the review: Matcha Latte color + Joseon Stepping Stone switch, Soda color + Joseon Blue switch
| Switch Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Linear | 69,900 KRW |
| Joseon | 79,900 KRW (Joseon Blue switch is cheaper) |
Freeflow keyboards are known for their beautiful color options.
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3. 📦 Detailed Look at Components and Exterior Design
- ✅ Components: Warranty card, user manual, fabric A to C cable, keycap/switch puller, 3 spare switches, spare keycaps, dust cover, keyboard
- ✅ Soda color: Three-tone in blue hues
- ✅ Matcha Latte color: Three-tone in green hues
- ✅ Layout: Full layout, commonly used for office work
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4. ✨ Location and Function of the Dual Dials
- ✅ Full layout keyboard, includes numpad
- ✅ Thin bezel
- ✅ Dual dials located above the arrow keys
- ✅ Right dial: Volume control
- ✅ Left dial: Mouse scroll function (up/down)
- ✅ Customizable via VIA
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5. ⚙️ Additional Features and Design Elements
- ✅ Function indicator (top left)
- ✅ Wired/wireless switch and Mac/Windows switch button (side)
- ✅ Color plate accent (side)
- ✅ Keyboard height: 19mm (low profile design)
- ✅ 2-step height adjustment and USB storage compartment
- ✅ RGB accent bar (side)
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6. ⌨️ Detailed Switch Analysis: Joseon Blue vs Joseon Stepping Stone
- ✅ Joseon Blue switch: Made by KTT, Stepping Stone switch: Made by HMX
- ✅ Both use silicone dampening to reduce noise
- ✅ Actuation force: 43g (stated)
| Feature | Joseon Blue Switch | Joseon Stepping Stone Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Key Feel | Light pressing feel, soft and powdery feel | Heavy and chewy feel, like hitting a rubber floor |
| Noise | Soft popping, bubbling | Suppressed sound |
The Blue switch is suitable for those who prefer existing low-noise switches, while the Stepping Stone switch is suitable for users who are willing to compromise on some noise. The Stepping Stone switch is a hybrid, neither low-noise nor linear.
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7. ⌨️ Keycap Material and Design
- ✅ PBT double-shot keycaps
- ✅ Step Sculpture 2 applied
- ✅ Korean legends (slightly large)
- ✅ Keycap surface: Slightly textured
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8. ⚙️ Keyboard Specs and Key Features Summary
- ✅ Supports wired/wireless 3 modes
- ✅ Mac/Windows compatible
- ✅ Battery: 8,000mAh
- ✅ "Pee" sound dampening structure
- ✅ Gasket mount, PC plate, flex cut applied (smooth key feel)
- ✅ VIA support (key mapping, macro settings)
- ✅ RGB backlight
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9. 👍 Final Evaluation and Closing
- ✅ Decent performance for the price
- ✅ Convenient dual dial placement
- ✅ Various switch options available
- ✅ Especially the Stepping Stone switch uses the latest HMX mold
- ✅ Overall, a satisfactory product