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OKey V1 (IC)

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Introducing Okey v1, a customizable 65% keyboard with a small macro section on the left and removable blockers. Designed with an aluminum case and several layout options, it offers color choices in black, white, silver, navy, and green. Ongoing development seeks support and collaboration from the community.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 65%
Neutral – 26%
Negative – 9%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Users find the design gorgeous and sleek."

  • "The modular approach and ideas for removable blockers are well-received."

  • "Many comments express enthusiasm for the overall concept and features."

  • "The keyboard is seen as a potential endgame for some users."

  • "Support for the project and eagerness for updates are common."

Negative (2)

  • "Some concerns raised about the lack of updates in a long time."

  • "A few users mentioned specific requests like hotswap capabilities and ergonomic design."

Suggestions (4)

  • Incorporate a hotswap capability in PCB design.

  • Consider EU proxies for shipping.

  • Include more intricate designs on the bottom weight.

  • Add renders with cherry profile caps.

Questions (2)

  • What is the target typing angle?

  • Will both 1u and 2u removable blockers always be included in the base kit?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains 23 total comments with strong engagement. Positive feedback significantly outweighs negative, and users are actively asking questions and making suggestions, indicating high interest in the project.

Project Specs

Name
OKey V1
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
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Connection
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Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
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Mount Style
Top mount
Case Colors
Black, White, Silver
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Hot Swappable
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Knob Support
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Display Support
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Mac/Win Support
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Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
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USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
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QMK Support
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VIA Support
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N-Key Rollover
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Rapid Trigger
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Screw-in Stabilizers
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Sound Dampening
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Backlight
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