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Hawking48

The Hawking48 keyboard project is on hold while other projects take priority. It features a 6061-T6 aluminum case, brass or sandblasted weights, a 48-key Planck-style layout, double gasket mount, and flex-slotted PCB with USB-C. Available in Onyx Black, Space Gray, and Nightingale Blue.

29 replies
14,018 views
17 Jun 2019

Community Sentiment

20 votes

🔥 HIGH INTEREST
Positive65%
Neutral30%
Negative5%

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Sentiment Analysis

20
Total Votes
8
Feedback Items
65%
30%
5%
Positive (65%)
Neutral (30%)
Negative (5%)

Positive Feedback

  • Many users are very interested in the project.
  • Excitement about the design and features.
  • Some commenters expressed a desire to sign up for the group buy.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns regarding the market viability of an ortholinear-only option.

Suggestions

  • Consider supporting additional spacebar sizes and different color options.
  • Explore a larger design to accommodate more rows.

Common Questions

  • What benefits does the gasket mount provide?
  • Will the Planck PCB fit with the proposed design?
🤖 AI Summary

The thread has a high level of engagement with diverse opinions expressed. The majority of feedback is positive, reflecting high interest in the project despite some valid concerns. The project is currently on pause, but the community is eager for updates.

Interest Check Info

Published17 Jun 2019
Last Updated27 Nov 2019
Replies29
Views14,018

Project Specs

29
Specs Listed
Name
Hawking48
Switch Options
MX
Layout Size
40%
Layout Standard
OLKB
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Case Colors
Onyx Black, Space Gray, Nightingale Blue
Case Material
6061-T6 Aluminum
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
Knob Support
Display Support
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
true
VIA Support
true
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
true
Backlight
Battery capacity
Profile
Layout Ergonomics
5.5°