Key Takeaways
1. New Layout Options: Iqunix has launched the Magi75 with a 75% layout and the Magi96 with a standard 96% layout, providing more practical sizes compared to the 65% Magi65 Pro.
2. Quality Features: Both new models feature Gold Red switches, PBT keycaps, aluminum casing, FR4 plate, and case foam for an enhanced typing experience.
3. Pro Model Customization: The Pro versions of Magi75 and Magi96 include a media control panel and scroll wheel, which can be customized using the VIA app.
4. Battery Life Concerns: Like the Magi65 Pro, the Magi75 and Magi96 experience reduced battery life with backlighting, lasting about 10 hours at full brightness.
5. Availability and Pricing: The Magi75 and Magi96 are available only on Iqunix’s website, with pricing details yet to be specified compared to the $139.99 starting price for the Magi65 models.
When we looked at the Iqunix Magi65 Pro earlier this year, we noted how the wireless mechanical keyboard exceeded expectations, providing a fantastic typing experience despite its slim design. Now, Iqunix has launched two fresh models in the Magi series: the 75% Magi75 and the 96% Magi96. Both of these keyboards carry many features that made the Magi65 Pro special, but they offer more practical layouts for those who find the 65% size too small.
Layout Options
The Magi75 comes with a compact 75% layout, whereas the Magi96 follows the standard 96% layout, including a num pad along with the usual alphanumeric keys. The Gold Red switches found in both the Magi75 and Magi96 utilize materials that create a nice, though slightly soft typing sound and feel. This is further enhanced by the PBT keycaps, aluminum casing, FR4 plate, and plenty of case foam. Additionally, both keyboards come with a fantastic accessory kit that consists of extra keycaps for macOS/Windows compatibility, a braided USB-C cable, a premium carrying case, and an adaptor that serves to extend the 2.4 GHz dongle when used with the cable.
Pro Models and Features
Both the Magi75 and Magi96 are offered in standard and Pro versions, with the Pro models including the same media control panel and scroll wheel on the right side of the keyboard. You can customize this small panel using VIA, which is an open-source app for keyboard configuration. The horizontally mounted volume dial can also be configured in the same way. This media panel can serve as a nice macro pad, since many functions it offers are also available in the function row shortcuts.
One significant complaint we had regarding the Magi65 Pro in our review was the battery life drastically drops when the backlighting is activated. Without backlighting, we estimated the battery life to be around 250–330 hours, depending on usage, but the keyboard struggles to last more than seven hours at full brightness. The same issue is seen with the Magi75 and Magi96, where the battery life can plummet to about 10 hours with all lighting activated on the Magi75 Pro. Both the Magi96 and Magi75 also feature the same instant-wake capability that impressed us in our Magi65 Pro review, making it the fastest keyboard we’ve seen wake from sleep while connected over Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz.
Availability and Pricing
While the Magi65 and Magi65 Pro can be found on Amazon starting at $139.99, the Iqunix Magi75 and Magi96 wireless mechanical keyboards are currently available only through Iqunix’s own website.
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The Magi75 and Magi96 keyboards are also offered in ISO-UK and ISO-DE layouts, in addition to the standard ANSI-US, which is a great feature for international users and those who prefer larger enter keys.
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