EPOMAKERX AULA F99 PRO Wireless Gaming Keyboard, Hot Swappable, 2.4GHz/Type-C/BT5.0 Custom Mechanical Keyboard with 8000mAh Battery, RGB Backlit (Black&White&Green)

Amazing keyboard

Love the keyboard and the built in functions, the software's a little janky but I'm glad it has such an extensive software at all! Great keyboard, I took a risk with the switches (I usually get tactile switches) and it was so worth it.StarArrow switches, Black+Grey+White spec of the F99 Pro

I got the Black Gradient side-printed keycaps version of this keyboard, which comes with Leobog Nimbus V3 linear ultra-light switches. The specifications for these switches can be readily found on the manufacturer’s (Leobog) website.I opted for this variant of the keyboard as opposed to the regular white/blue and black/green models, as those both come with Leobog StarArrow (otherwise called Star, Star Vector, or Seiya) linear switches. The specifications for this particular switch are hard to find online, but if you pick the Black/Green variant on Amazon and scroll down to the description pictures/additional information, the main specifications of the StarArrow switch are available there along with those of the Nimbus V3. Not sure why this detail only appears for the Black/Green variant and not the others. I believe the Blue Gradient side-printed keycaps variant also comes with the Nimbus V3 switches, but I have not been able to find this variant on Amazon UAE.After listening to some sound test comparisons between both variants, I found that I preferred the sound of the Nimbus V3s more. The StarArrow switches require more force to actuate and bottom out than the Nimbus V3s and may be preferable for those who prefer "average" weighted switches as opposed to ultra-light switches like the Nimbus V3.They also both sound a bit different, and I would highly recommend listening to some sound tests and comparisons before choosing between the colors and variants.I received the keyboard in a day, well-packaged and sealed. It came with the keyboard wrapped neatly and with a plastic dust cover on top, user manuals, a warranty leaflet, a keycap/switch puller, a USB-C to A cable, and 4 spare Nimbus V3 switches. Unfortunately, I noticed that one of the plastic pins on one of the spare switches had broken off at some point and was loose in the small plastic bag these spares come in. However, it is not strictly necessary for attachment to or stability on the keyboard, so it's not a big deal.The keyboard has tri-mode connectivity (2.4 GHz with a dongle, wired USB-C, and Bluetooth 5.0), and I am currently using it across my phone, TV, and laptop via Bluetooth. It works perfectly, and it's very easy to switch between devices. Up to 3 devices can be stored at a time in Bluetooth mode. The dongle has a small recessed hole to sit in beside the mode switch, and it is magnetic, so it snaps into place and is unlikely to get lost.The keyboard feels nice and hefty. The RGB gets quite bright too and looks very impressive, at least in the side-printed keycaps variant, as it shines through the legends. The knob feels satisfying and softly clicks as you turn it. However, it doesn't feel as premium as the rest of the keyboard in terms of materials. This is a very minor detail, and at this price, it's more than most other keyboards offer. This knob can either control the volume or the RGB brightness (but is not programmable past these two preset functions), and it clicks down to adjust some settings of the keyboard. One minor gripe is the brightness seems to default back to a medium setting randomly upon switching modes or changing the RGB preset you are on, so make sure to dial up the brightness to the highest setting using the knob after you are on your preferred preset. Refer to the included manual for all the details regarding these functions, along with the keyboard shortcuts and combinations that help to control everything from RGB to Fn key layers (including access to the few missing navigation keys, as this is a 96% layout keyboard).The keyboard feels amazing to type on. Not only are the switches buttery smooth—some of the smoothest I have ever tested—but they also have a very satisfying bottom-out, which is necessary for ultra-light switches to feel good. It is not too loud, and I would best describe the sound as creamy as opposed to thocky, with practically no high-pitched clicking, which I personally find quite irritating. At this price point, there are very few other fully assembled keyboards that sound and feel this good. Definitely refer to sound tests for these switches, as I found that the sound is similar to those videos after having used it, albeit a bit quieter.The only real con I would like to point out is the software (Windows only). It gets detected as malware by Windows Security, but I can confirm that both versions of the driver on Aula's and Epomaker's websites are exactly the same and are virus-free according to VirusTotal and Malwarebytes, which I use regularly. The software can be quite buggy and sometimes error out if any changes are pushed via the 2.4 GHz dongle mode, so I would recommend connecting it to your computer via USB and setting the mode switch to USB-C, which makes the software work without any errors. The software is laid out in a cluttered way, but it can do most things you'd require from this kind of software if you are willing to put in the time to understand the UI. I was a little disappointed that I was not able to set any 2-color gradients across any of the RGB modes in the software, and you can only choose between a single color or an RGB rainbow. Other than that, there are plenty of presets for RGB motion and effects, so there are definitely no problems in terms of variety there.Overall, I would rate this keyboard very highly, with only minor nitpicks. At its core, it does everything really well and only really has clutter and confusing UI issues in the Aula software, which most people won't use anyway and is definitely workable if you're willing to put in some time to understand the interface.The keyboard goes for AED 333 as of when I got it (all variants are the same price), but I got the keyboard for about AED 180 after applying a coupon and discounts. It really is impossible to beat at this low of a price and has a full recommendation from me, and even at its original price, it is a good deal. You won't be dissatisfied with your purchase, although at that original price, there are other good options that are slightly cheaper, such as the Royal Kludge RK100 and RK96, which are just as good and have tactile switch options (which the F99 Pro doesn't).

I received my 1st mechanical keyboard. I hope the quality will last. Thank you.

some of keys are not working, only one time the keyboard has been connect after that couldn't re-connect. BT is not working, RGB light are not changing, and the driver/software is totally not user freindly. and more so I returned the product. overall keyboard look is good except functionality.

Everything about it is nice even the sound! But i faced one problem with the rbg lights but its all good now!