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KeyBee Pollen65
The Pollen65 kit by KeyBee offers a 6° sandwich mount, 6061 aluminum case in four colors, and a customizable 65% PCB with hotswappable features. Preorders for this compact kit at $224.94 start on 3/15, available with brushed brass, aluminum, and polycarbonate plate options.
45 replies
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02 Nov 2020
Community Sentiment
29 votes
Positive28%
Neutral34%
Negative38%
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Sentiment Analysis
29
Total Votes
14
Feedback Items
28%
34%
38%
Positive (28%)
Neutral (34%)
Negative (38%)
Positive Feedback
- Users appreciate the design and shape of the keyboard.
- Some users look forward to receiving their orders and have positive feelings about the communication from the project lead.
- Appreciation for the case's aesthetics and materials.
- Acknowledgment of good price-value ratio and budget friendliness.
Negative Feedback
- Concerns about compatibility issues with certain keycaps due to north-facing switch position.
- Criticism about lacking prototypes and insufficient visuals for a better evaluation of the product.
- Expressed frustration over the pre-order pricing for what is perceived as an underdeveloped IC.
- Comment about a lack of polish in the project and insufficient clarity on internal specs and timelines.
Suggestions
- Recommendation to provide more complete prototype images before launching.
- Suggestion for clear communication on exact number of units available and production timelines.
- Posited idea of including a blocker for arrows to enhance aesthetics.
Common Questions
- Inquiries about the estimated price for different options and configurations.
- Questions regarding the compatibility with existing PCBs and whether the shipping timeline can be confirmed.
- Concerns about the internal specifications of the keyboard.
🤖 AI Summary
The thread contains a mix of constructive criticism and positive comments, with significant engagement around questions regarding specifications and compatibility. There are duplicate sentiments in the negative category primarily around prototype concerns. Overall participation indicates a good level of interest, but mixed sentiment suggests a cautious approach from the community.
Interest Check Info
Project Specs
30
Specs Listed
Name
KeyBee Pollen65Release year
Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
65%Layout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
6°Connection
USB-CPolling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
SandwichCase Colors
Tangerine, Blueberry, Concord, BlackberryCase Material
6061 AluminumKeycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
trueKnob Support
Display Support
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
VIA Support
trueN-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
Backlight
true