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Atom 68 II

The Atom 68 II (IC) is an upgraded version of the Atom68 Alu, featuring higher quality materials and improved design. It is available as custom kits in a group buy, with options for aluminum or polycarbonate cases and a variety of plate and weight choices.

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16 Nov 2020

Community Sentiment

38 votes

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Positive32%
Neutral34%
Negative34%

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Sentiment Analysis

38
Total Votes
37
Feedback Items
32%
34%
34%
Positive (32%)
Neutral (34%)
Negative (34%)

Positive Feedback

  • Excited to move my Atom 68 into a yellow case!
  • E-yellow is cool and appreciate having no badge this time around!
  • Fantastic to see the project update!
  • Awesome! So looking forward to this!
  • This looks great!
  • Like the edges and two-toned case!
  • Treeleaf approved.
  • I would love to see split backspace support.
  • Need an EC add-on PCB, please consider.
  • Looking forward to improved quality control in this round.
  • Would love to see some other font possibilities!
  • Really believe this model will meet community expectations.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerned about the lack of an EC PCB option.
  • The font for Atom II on the bottom is not attractive.
  • There seems to be a lack of support for EC PCB, which is a key feature.
  • Past experience with the first GB had quality control issues.
  • Missing stabilizers and unresolved support issues from the last version.
  • The layout of keys isn't modern or appealing.
  • The keyboard is still non-functional.
  • Unattractive looking design without breaking up the monotony.
  • Appearance of a poor logo or font design.
  • Issues with using Cherry plate mount stabilizers.
  • The method to achieve assembly sounds complicated.
  • Past dissatisfaction with component quality.

Suggestions

  • Add QMK/VIA compatibility for the EC PCB.
  • Consider introducing plum switches as a unique feature.
  • Provide more color options, maybe 'apple silver' anodizing.
  • Implement split backspace support.
  • Incorporate improved solutions for assembly services.
  • Launch an 'add-on' prebuilt EC PCB option.
  • Include modified stabilizer switches for the keyboard.

Common Questions

  • Will this keyboard include an EC PCB?
  • What additional features will be present in the MX PCB?
  • Is a larger variety of colors going to be available?
  • Will there be an option for a full PC case?
  • What improvements have been made since the first group buy?
  • How will the community provide feedback for features?
🤖 AI Summary

The thread features a vibrant discussion with diverse responses, including multiple users advocating for specific features such as EC PCB options, which indicates strong community interest. The presence of both positive and negative feedback, alongside constructive suggestions and direct questions, showcases a dynamic engagement level.

Interest Check Info

Published16 Nov 2020
Last Updated06 Jan 2026
Replies55
Views32,381

Project Specs

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Specs Listed
Name
Atom 68 II
Release year
Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
Layout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
6.5 °
Connection
Type-C
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Gasket sandwich
Case Colors
anodized black, anodized grey, E-white, E-yellow, black frosted, white frosted
Case Material
6063 Aluminum, Polycarbonates, Brass
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
Knob Support
Display Support
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB-C
true
USB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
true
VIA Support
true
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
Backlight