They fit 100 keys into 64 spaces - Nics Hesper64 keyboard

The video opens with an unboxing and initial impressions of the Nics Hesper64 keyboard, branded as the world’s first dual action low profile keyboard. The presenter notes the 64 key layout while claiming a total of 100 functional inputs, highlighting the packaging design, magnets in the lid, and the clearly labeled contents on the back of the box. He carefully demonstrates the included accessories, such as a USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle, keycap puller, switch puller, and extra Gemini low-profile switches, while admiring the premium feel of the cable and the compact form factor. The concept of dual action keys is introduced early on, with the presenter explaining that each key can operate in two modes depending on the top or bottom portion pressed, which theoretically allows function keys without a separate Fn layer on a 64-key board. He also points out the keyboard’s aluminum chassis and the tri-mode connectivity (USB-C, Bluetooth, and dongle) as major design features. The early portion ends with the box contents removed and the keycaps removed to inspect the actual switches, which are Tecsee low-profile linear switches, noting minor lubrication concerns and a curious two-part keycap design that might contribute to instability. Throughout, the presenter sets up expectations for how the dual action system could impact typing accuracy and overall usability, promising a deeper typing test later in the video.

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