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Title: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard - (UPDATE-01/29/21) First Prototype With Typing Test!
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 15 January 2021, 19:30:04
RE:65


I. INTRO:DUCTION
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The RE:65 is our 65% top-mount keyboard.

At re:search labs, our goal is to introduce a minimalist yet enticing board.
While allowing the board to remain brand-less, its distinct design will give it a recognizable character.
We also aim to give our customers the creative freedom to customize their own unique boards.

You know what’s up. Milled metal. Anodized. Polished. Coated. Customizable.

Minimal. Not boring.



II. DE:SIGN
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(https://i.imgur.com/VoKJwgX.png) (https://imgur.com/5HSbuYC.png)
(https://imgur.com/a66XYKs.png) (https://imgur.com/n4rGzjU.png)
(https://imgur.com/LG0cKSL.png) (https://imgur.com/8betPbg.png)

III. KEY: FEATURES
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(https://imgur.com/iqLkqw6.png)



IV. RE:NDERS
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(https://imgur.com/YXbz03h.png) (https://imgur.com/ewRUcSA.png)
(https://imgur.com/mKxUVV1.png) (https://imgur.com/gh4f1QC.png)
*Render may not be representative of the final product

VI. STATUS: UPDATES
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Current Phase: Prototype



Updates:
01/05/2021- prototype ordered
01/27/2021- Prototype picked up and ready to build
01/28/2021- Build success -- type/sound test attached
The prototype arrived in raw aluminum. For the fun of it, we decided to quickly spray paint the pieces (the next prototype will be anodized)
RE:65 Prototype Typing Test (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKD83uV2mg4)
iPhone Shots Of RE:65 Prototype (https://imgur.com/a/1F7jSQv?fbclid=IwAR0jt0x6ztHv5-Y-OdBHcbA98JVCAfuTJ9_0OcqOYmyrgpHTQvti4fzyrLM)

01/28/2021- Few changes made on certain parts of the board:
Revised prototype ordered. We will include a more in depth build/full sound test once we receive the board.



VII. INTEREST CHECK FORM (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWuqBlMFqXqdjaNQXVn3tM2FX0EUGgDUPshuK7dSVyz5TcRQ/viewform?usp=sf_link)



VIII. F.A.Q
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Q: Do you do international shipping?
A: For the first round of group buys, we are planning only to ship CONUS.

Q: How much does your board cost?
A: TBD. Our goal is to have most (if not all) parts designed and manufactured in California (specifically the Bay Area) to eliminate long turn around times. We are currently negotiating pricings with our vendors.

Q: When will the group buy officially start?
A: We are planning on releasing the group buy by the end of the month.

Q: How many boards do you plan on releasing?
A: For our first run tentatively ~20 due to quality control, manufacturing and shipping logistics. We will run a larger group buy in the following run.

Q: Do you have any social media?
A: We made an instagram! @re.searchlab
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Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: Zanhana on Fri, 15 January 2021, 19:52:01
is it called "re" because it's been done so many times already
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: Beenoman on Fri, 15 January 2021, 20:00:00
Pretty interesting, but where's the split backspace? I'm a fan of the design, actually adds something unique considering how many 65% board have been in IC lately
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: krzank on Fri, 15 January 2021, 20:09:03
"Split capslock" ?
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: 002_GT on Fri, 15 January 2021, 21:05:48
 :blank:
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: bball2 on Fri, 15 January 2021, 22:11:05
I really like the look of the side weights!
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: mrvco on Fri, 15 January 2021, 23:17:47
Quote from: Beenoman on Fri, 15 January 2021, 20:00:00
Pretty interesting, but where's the split backspace? I'm a fan of the design, actually adds something unique considering how many 65% board have been in IC lately

+1 split backspace.
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: erich8to on Sat, 16 January 2021, 00:05:44
In the IC forum, is CA (Canada, Cali)?
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: Lizcuits on Sat, 16 January 2021, 01:11:54
I actually really like this design!
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: veelut on Sat, 16 January 2021, 02:15:29
'minimal, not boring.'
i like it but the only thing i guess that i am disappointed about is that even with the daughterboard, the USB connection isn't centered but maybe i am just unaware of design issues if it were the case. either way, looks great!
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: JCraftCables on Sat, 16 January 2021, 03:39:53
Like the sleek design, would like to suggest the following:
- Center the USB C port
- If the side accents can extend across the bottom in a single piece, that would be really nice
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: blacksimon on Sun, 17 January 2021, 09:30:22
Quote from: Zanhana on Fri, 15 January 2021, 19:52:01
is it called "re" because it's been done so many times already


i love you
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: Zombo on Sun, 17 January 2021, 21:33:11
Yo I was just learning Fusion 360 this week and tried making a design very similar to this with the back weight that clips over the top. Yours is way better haha! Would definitely be interested in this!
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: Sinhtra on Mon, 18 January 2021, 14:40:12
Really really interested in this, and I'd like to buy one when in GB phase!  :)
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: Criotic on Fri, 22 January 2021, 08:09:37
Any plan to put some kind of nice logo/symbol engraving on the bottom weight plate?
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 22 January 2021, 20:14:49
Quote from: Zanhana on Fri, 15 January 2021, 19:52:01
is it called "re" because it's been done so many times already

:P
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 22 January 2021, 20:15:45
Quote from: Beenoman on Fri, 15 January 2021, 20:00:00
Pretty interesting, but where's the split backspace? I'm a fan of the design, actually adds something unique considering how many 65% board have been in IC lately

We are actually going to add split backspace in the next revision!
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 22 January 2021, 20:16:59
Quote from: Criotic on Fri, 22 January 2021, 08:09:37
Any plan to put some kind of nice logo/symbol engraving on the bottom weight plate?

We actually fancied the idea that our board was brand-less, but we are definitely considering adding some logo/symbols in future revisions.
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 22 January 2021, 20:18:16
Quote from: veelut on Sat, 16 January 2021, 02:15:29
'minimal, not boring.'
i like it but the only thing i guess that i am disappointed about is that even with the daughterboard, the USB connection isn't centered but maybe i am just unaware of design issues if it were the case. either way, looks great!

We are considering doing centered usb ports in future revisions!
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 22 January 2021, 20:18:45
Quote from: krzank on Fri, 15 January 2021, 20:09:03
"Split capslock" ?

Sorry bout that! We meant stepped caps lock
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: researchlab on Fri, 22 January 2021, 20:19:03
Quote from: 002_GT on Fri, 15 January 2021, 21:05:48
:blank:

 ;D
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard
Post by: marthike135 on Mon, 25 January 2021, 14:51:37
Dream board for me but I am international so sucks to be me.
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard - (UPDATE-01/29/21) First Prototype With Typing Test!
Post by: Kuya_RJ686 on Sun, 31 January 2021, 01:01:26
I’m really liking what I’m seeing so far.
Title: Re: [IC] RE:65 - 65% Keyboard - (UPDATE-01/29/21) First Prototype With Typing Test!
Post by: Zidnex on Thu, 04 February 2021, 19:35:12
+1 to the centered usb port, otherwise looks great!