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OG40 (IC)

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Cosmos Design introduces the OG40, a 40% keyboard inspired by Cherry's iconic G80 series. It features retro layout aesthetics from the '80s and modern elements like tri-mode wireless connectivity. Designed for usability and style, OG40 supports various keycap layouts and offers a customizable typing experience.

Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 75%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 4%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Users are hyped and excited about the project."

  • "Many commenters expressed their love for the design and features of the keyboard."

  • "The inclusion of both 13 and 14U layouts is appreciated."

  • "The buttons replacing stickers for indicators is viewed as a great touch."

  • "A commenter is excited about the engraved weight design."

Negative (1)

  • "A user suggested a change from a power indicator to a numlock indicator, expressing a personal dislike."

Suggestions (2)

  • Consider sending out samples or prototypes to community builders for review before the group buy.

  • Introduce a wired version of the keyboard.

Questions (2)

  • Is there a possibility of an ortho layout?

  • Will there be a wired-only PCB option?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains 27 comments with a significant amount of positive sentiment and community excitement. Most feedback is constructive or enthusiastic, suggesting an engaged community ready to support the project.

Project Specs

Name
OG40
Release year
2025
Switch Options
-
Profile
-
Layout Size
40%
Layout Standard
WKL/HHKB
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
Wired/Bluetooth/2.4G
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Silicone supports + Silicone O-ring
Case Colors
-
Case Material
-
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
No