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The Queen
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The Queen

The Queen is a sandwich-mounted aluminum HHKB keyboard designed for elegance and affordability. Inspired by the Mode65 and HHKB layout, it maintains quality without high costs. The group buy at $219.99 offers 300 units, with updated prototypes and sound tests available for preview.

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18 Jan 2022

Community Sentiment

14 votes

MEDIUM INTEREST
Positive21%
Neutral21%
Negative57%

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Sentiment Analysis

14
Total Votes
12
Feedback Items
21%
21%
57%
Positive (21%)
Neutral (21%)
Negative (57%)

Positive Feedback

  • Appreciation for a budget-friendly HHKB board.
  • Excitement about finding an affordable HHKB option.
  • Comment expressing anticipation for the product as a potential first HHKB.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns about the lack of a working prototype.
  • Criticism of the design elements as too comical.
  • Skepticism regarding the designer's experience and the early posting of the IC.

Suggestions

  • Consider adding more layout options.
  • Suggestions to improve the crown design.
  • Consider changing the font choice to something more regal.

Common Questions

  • Request for the prototype's availability.
  • Inquiry about the pricing in different currencies.
  • Clarification on the group buy status.
🤖 AI Summary

The thread contains a total of 14 comments, with a higher number of negative sentiments reflecting concerns about the prototype and design. Positive feedback is primarily focused on affordability. The overall sentiment suggests cautious interest in the product.

Project Specs

31
Specs Listed
Name
The Queen
Release year
2022
Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
HHKB
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Sandwich
Case Colors
E-White, Black, Silver, Gray
Case Material
6063 Aluminum
Keycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
true
Knob Support
false
Display Support
false
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
false
USB-C
USB passthrough
false
Hall Effect Support
false
QMK Support
VIA Support
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
Backlight