Hall Effect, TMR and the New Age of Mechanical Switches Reshape Keyboard Design
A new wave of keyboard sensing technologies is moving beyond traditional mechanical contacts, with Hall-effect, tunneling magnetoresistance, and other magnetic or optical systems promising greater durability, finer control, and new customization options. Ars Technica’s guide underscores how these switches are no longer niche curiosities but part of a broader hardware shift affecting gaming, productivity, and premium PC peripherals.
