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Visorbearer
The Visorbearer by carrefinho is a 34-key wireless unibody split keyboard with cool indicators.
Published October 21, 2025
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Carrefinho, creator of the Forager, has been working on a new project: the Visorbearer is a 34-key wireless monoblock split with classy indicators.
Named after hummingbirds in the genus Augastes for the Hummingbird layout connection and distinctive white bands on their chests that resemble the LED indicators – carrefinho.
26 to 34 keys with case and plate variants.
Features
- 26-34 keys (5x3+2)
- Choc switches, hotswap
- splay
- Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 Plus controller
- 2x 4-segment RGB LED indicators
- 3D-printed case
- ZMK firmware
The indicator LEDs has been implemented in a very classy way: Discreet dead-front design, completely invisible when off. Connection bar: Bluetooth profiles and modifier keys. Battery bar: percentage and charging status. Powered by two TI LP5012 drivers with automatic low-power mode.
Resources
Published on Tue 21st Oct 2025. Featured in KBD #200.
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