Think6.5 v2 (IC) - Keyboard interest check cover image featuring Think6.5 v2, GrayStudio giveaway, keyboard design, Alexotos stream, gasket-mount, aluminum case, polycarbonate, RGB LEDs, badge design

Think6.5 v2 (IC)

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Think6.5 v2 is launching an interest check featuring new design elements, a giveaway, and build streams with Alexotos. The keyboard includes a gasket-mount design, unique badges, and RGB lighting, planned for a July group buy. Follow the project for updates and design insights.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 37%
Neutral – 25%
Negative – 38%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Excited about the design and the possibility of new color options."

  • "Love the nautical theme and the new badge design."

  • "I prefer the new badge placement; it complements the design."

  • "Looking forward to seeing more renders and updates."

  • "Very interested in joining the group buy."

Negative (5)

  • "Prefer the original badge placement; it was unique."

  • "The nautical theme doesn't fit the Think branding."

  • "Not a fan of including '2020' on the badge."

  • "The design feels too complicated compared to the original."

  • "I think the new design has lost its charm and elegance."

Suggestions (5)

  • Consider creating a badge-less version.

  • Remove the '2020' text for a more timeless design.

  • Include a PCB that is both hotswap and underglow compatible.

  • Would love to see a Polycarb version.

  • Add a stainless steel version of the badge.

Questions (5)

  • Will there be a gasket mount option?

  • Are the colors planned to be the same as R1?

  • What made you change the Think Lightbulb logo?

  • Will there be any new colors or layouts for the group buy?

  • Can we sign up for notifications about the group buy?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has a moderate level of engagement with mixed sentiment. There are a significant number of negative comments regarding the design changes, particularly concerning the badge placement and nautical theme. Positive feedback generally praises the new design direction but still shows a preference for features from the original version.

Project Specs

Name
Think6.5 v2
Release year
2020
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
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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
Gasket-mount
Case Colors
e-white, black, white-black, white-pink, gray-black, purple-black, pink-black, blue-black
Case Material
Aluminum, frosted polycarbonate
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
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
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
Yes