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Polestar TKL

Bahm78 · 05 Sep 2024
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Pole Star TKL

The Pole Star TKL is an 80% keyboard featuring a minimalist design, Infinity TKL PCB, and a variety of color options. It utilizes a top mount structure with a focus on a light typing sound and feel. The keyboard is expected to be competitively priced due to its simple design and domestic production.

16 replies
8,874 views
07 Sep 2023

Community Sentiment

16 votes

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Positive38%
Neutral25%
Negative38%

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Sentiment Analysis

16
Total Votes
19
Feedback Items
38%
25%
38%
Positive (38%)
Neutral (25%)
Negative (38%)

Positive Feedback

  • The design and weight features are appealing.
  • Expressed interest in the board and its aesthetics.
  • Liked the compass engraving and the overall design layout.
  • The back design and weight are perceived as excellent.
  • Found the mounting system intriguing.
  • Supportive comments towards reworking some design elements while maintaining interest.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns over the external screws detracting from the aesthetic.
  • Criticism regarding the unnecessary wording on the design.
  • Uncertainty regarding the pricing and the final design quality.
  • Desire for a more uniform lettering style on engravings.
  • Negative view on the flex cuts in the plate being unnecessary.
  • Noted issues with design refinement.

Suggestions

  • Consider removing or reworking the text on the engraving.
  • Engravings should have consistent capitalization.
  • Suggest internal screws for weight attachment to enhance aesthetics.
  • Remove unnecessary flex cuts in the plate.

Common Questions

  • What price point are you targeting for the board?
  • Could you clarify the mounting method?
  • Is there any news regarding project updates?
🤖 AI Summary

The thread has a balanced sentiment distribution with a notable number of critiques on design elements and external aesthetics. Positive reactions highlight potential interest, but there are significant concerns that might affect overall excitement.

Interest Check Info

Authorquad_h
Published07 Sep 2023
Last Updated05 Jan 2026
Replies16
Views8,874

Project Specs

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Specs Listed
Name
Pole Star TKL
Release year
Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
80% TKL
Layout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Top mount
Case Colors
Black, Silver, Dark Green, Purple, Gray
Case Material
Aluminium / Plastic
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Front and back height: 18.5 / 34.9 mm; Upper and lower bezel: 4 mm; Left and right bezel: 8.5 mm
Weight
1.8 kg
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
true