Key Features
 
Fully transparent magnetic switch keyboard
Every key is a dynamic display (icons, animations, live data)
Magnetic actuation – no physical contact, reduced wear
Real-time customisation across the entire keyboard surface
Cloud platform with plugins, layouts, and effects
Designed for creators, gamers, and productivity workflows
USB-C connectivity (Windows & macOS compatible)
Integrated rotary controls for precision adjustments
 
 
A keyboard… or a control centre?
 
This isn’t just a keyboard. It’s an entirely new way of interacting with your computer.
 
The MagTran M3 replaces traditional keys with a transparent surface sitting over a full display layer. Every key can show exactly what it does, in real time. Icons, animations, system stats, shortcuts — all visible before you even press a button. 
 
Instead of memorising shortcuts, you see them.
 
 
Magnetic switches – built differently
 
At the core of the M3 is a completely new type of switch. Instead of mechanical contact, it uses magnetic detection to register key presses.
 
That means:
 
Faster response
No physical wear
Smooth, consistent actuation
 
It’s a fundamentally different approach compared to traditional mechanical keyboards. 
 
 
Every key. Every pixel. Fully yours.
 
Each key isn’t just programmable — it’s visual.
 
You can:
 
Assign custom icons and animations
Display live system information (CPU, RAM, temps)
Create dynamic backgrounds across the whole keyboard
Build macros and workflows tailored to your setup
 
The result is a keyboard that adapts to you, not the other way around. 
 
 
Perfect for real-world workflows
 
This is where it gets genuinely useful:
 
For editing & design
See your shortcuts. No guesswork. Switch layouts instantly between apps.
 
For streaming & content creation
Control scenes, audio, overlays — directly from the keyboard surface.
 
For gaming
Display stats, trigger macros, and adapt controls dynamically.
 
For everyday use
Launch apps, control media, manage tasks — all visually mapped. 
 
 
Expandable ecosystem
 
The MagTran M3 connects to a growing cloud platform with:
 
Plugins
Layout presets
Icon packs
Dynamic effects
 
There’s even an open SDK, meaning the community can extend what it can do over time. 
 
 
Specifications
 
Transparent magnetic switch design
Integrated display beneath all keys
Approx. 15 programmable keys + rotary controls
USB-C connection
Compatible with Windows & macOS
Compact desktop footprint
 
 
The Nerd Herd Take
 
This is one of those rare bits of tech that actually changes how you work.
 
It’s not about RGB or gimmicks. It’s about reducing friction. Seeing what your tools do. Removing the need to remember and replacing it with something intuitive.
 
If you live in shortcuts, streams, edits, or automation — this makes a lot of sense.