The AM Compact Touch R2 combines a unique symmetrical layout, an upgraded touch panel, and adjustable leaf spring mounts for a premium typing experience. Featuring new colorways and advanced features like tri-mode connectivity, this keyboard is a sleek and functional centerpiece for any desk.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Negative (6)
"Concerns about product relevance to the enthusiast community."
"Criticism about the marketing strategy and effectiveness of reaching the community."
"Statements reflecting a discontent with the previous model and the current product offering."
"Accusations of being non-innovative and a copy of other products."
"A post suggesting the product is a waste of investment and time."
"Personal attacks labeling the company as 'unhinged'."
Suggestions (1)
Consider adding a WKL option for the keyboard layout.
Questions (2)
What engagement metrics does AM have from the Geekhack community?
Clarification about the claims made regarding the HHKB studio and product originality.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has sparked significant negative reactions with little to no positive sentiment expressed. The overall engagement seems low given the high ratio of negative to positive comments and the nature of the feedback mainly focusing on criticism.
Project Specs
- Name
- AM Compact Touch R2 (IC)
- Release year
- 2024
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 65%
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- 10° Typing Angle
- Connection
- Tri-Mode (2.4G wireless, Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C)
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Adjustable Leaf Spring Mount
- Case Colors
- Snow Peak, Donut, Blue Velocity
- Case Material
- CNC Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- 296.7mm x 119.8mm x 20.4mm (front height) / 39.2mm (rear height)
- Weight
- 1.40kg (Base Kit) / 1.47kg (Bundle)
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- Yes
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- No
- VIA Support
- No
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- Yes