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Title: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sat, 06 February 2021, 23:30:57
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Hi guys. Play Keyboard here. I hope all of you are well and healthy. :)

We haven't came up with products last year because of COVID-19, and other reasons stalked us as well. So we used this period to search for resources, factories to make our future products. Now we are ready to present a bluetooth PCB and a case to the community.

There were two rounds of BIOI G60BLE PCB groupbuys we've held. We received lots of inquires for purchasing after the last one.

This time we did some modifications and notes:
PCB specs:
(2021.2.10 edited) PCB upgradations comparing to previous versions:
Some of you might have bought FR4 plates from us. FR4 plates will be an option in GB this time.

More importantly, we made a case for this BT PCB - Cora
FR4 plates are only available when you get at least one piece of BIOI G60BLE PCB or a Cora case. Both of them will be in discount prices. After GB period they will be back to normal price.

(2021.2.18 edited) GB period: 2021.2.22 ~ 2021.3.24 CST

Prices:
GB is going to be held in our new site. There are couple of things still waiting to be built. We'll update the link once it's done.
For now, please follow our Instagram for any update: https://www.instagram.com/play_keyboard/ (https://www.instagram.com/play_keyboard/)

Feel free to ask us anything as usual. Cheers! :thumb:

Buy Link: https://www.play-keyboard.store/collections/bioi-g60ble-rev2-pcb-cora-60-case-groupbuy (https://www.play-keyboard.store/collections/bioi-g60ble-rev2-pcb-cora-60-case-groupbuy)

GB post: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=111337.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=111337.0)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: joshuarubin on Sat, 06 February 2021, 23:37:30
Will you be releasing all the source code this time?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: soloplayer on Sun, 07 February 2021, 00:12:24
i'm waiting for ca66 r3 with usb-c. pretty please
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sun, 07 February 2021, 01:20:25
Will you be releasing all the source code this time?

It's been merged in to QMK for a while :thumb:: https://github.com/qmk/qmk_firmware/tree/master/keyboards/bioi/g60 (https://github.com/qmk/qmk_firmware/tree/master/keyboards/bioi/g60)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: piit79 on Sun, 07 February 2021, 01:21:24
I'm impressed! Very nice and polished, both the PCB and the case. I like the colours you've chosen. Good price too!

Will you have an EU proxy? I'm a long time ortho user, but I'd probably get one just because it's BT and affordable :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sun, 07 February 2021, 01:27:00
I'm impressed! Very nice and polished, both the PCB and the case. I like the colours you've chosen. Good price too!

Will you have an EU proxy? I'm a long time ortho user, but I'd probably get one just because it's BT and affordable :)

No but we ship internationally. So don't worry. :thumb:

i'm waiting for ca66 r3 with usb-c. pretty please

We'll try. :)

Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: piit79 on Sun, 07 February 2021, 01:40:09


Will you have an EU proxy?
No but we ship internationally. So don't worry. :thumb:

Where will you ship from? I do worry, because overseas shipping, taxes and fees will turn this from a very attractive affordable board into one that's not worth it. The shipping prices these days are crazy.

Why no EU proxy though? There are so many good options now...
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Sun, 07 February 2021, 02:23:30
I can't be the only one that originally read this as BIG GOBBLE
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sun, 07 February 2021, 03:19:59


Will you have an EU proxy?
No but we ship internationally. So don't worry. :thumb:

Where will you ship from? I do worry, because overseas shipping, taxes and fees will turn this from a very attractive affordable board into one that's not worth it. The shipping prices these days are crazy.

Why no EU proxy though? There are so many good options now...


Bad to hear that. We will try to find some shops to cooperate with in the future. :confused:

I can't be the only one that originally read this as BIG GOBBLE


No you are not. :p
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Alejo1707 on Sun, 07 February 2021, 04:38:37
Love the idea! But I need my split space

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Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: darthcapn on Sun, 07 February 2021, 06:10:30
Super interested!!

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Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: neon_tom on Sun, 07 February 2021, 08:48:49
Nice. +1 on the battery module. I’ll likely go in on a case and a couple PCBs.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sun, 07 February 2021, 20:39:21
Super interested!!

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Cheers! :)

Love the idea! But I need my split space

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It's pity that there's no room for setting up split spacebars. We might do an interest check in the future to see how many people need them. :thumb:

Nice. +1 on the battery module. I’ll likely go in on a case and a couple PCBs.

Awesome! ;)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lush_bunny on Sun, 07 February 2021, 23:17:03
I like this. Can we buy the batteries from you as well?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sun, 07 February 2021, 23:49:10
I like this. Can we buy the batteries from you as well?

We'll try. But the battery will only allowed to be shipped via DHL Express.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: darthcapn on Mon, 08 February 2021, 04:25:03
What is the expected turnaround time for this from order to shipping?

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Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lush_bunny on Mon, 08 February 2021, 06:12:55
I like this. Can we buy the batteries from you as well?

We'll try. But the battery will only allowed to be shipped via DHL Express.

Wait nvm. Nokia BL-5J & BL-5C batteries are available in my local stores.
I've got a few more questions though:

thank you! looking forward to this.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Reebes on Mon, 08 February 2021, 07:12:24
I really like this idea!

Lush bunny has good questions though, esp. re: aluminum case interference.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: nick779 on Mon, 08 February 2021, 08:16:48
This is awesome looking, I wish all PCBs were this well thought out.

What is the typing angle with the Cora case?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: joshuarubin on Mon, 08 February 2021, 10:09:45
I, and one other person I know, had issues with the soldering of the bt module on the current boardl. My bt module had cold and broken solder joints and did not work reliably. I was able to successfully reflow the solder and fix mine, but my friend wasn't so lucky. What are you planning on doing to improve this issue?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Mon, 08 February 2021, 19:31:53
I like this. Can we buy the batteries from you as well?

We'll try. But the battery will only allowed to be shipped via DHL Express.

Wait nvm. Nokia BL-5J & BL-5C batteries are available in my local stores.
I've got a few more questions though:
  • How is the BT? I heard aluminum cases interfere with it.
  • How's the typing test? Interested in how the presence of a battery affects it.
  • If the GB is really going to run for a month, you'll be my hero. Buying on March will be preferable to me
  • Is this is an unlimited run? How many months till the keyboard ships to us?
thank you! looking forward to this.

1. The BT using experience is pretty satisfied according to our customers' feedbacks.
2. We probably won't do a typing test video, but I myself have not faced any problem using it till now. We will make a dampener for Cora to improve both typing and sound. It will be a standard part coming with every Cora.
3. Yes it's going to be a month.
4. Unlimited. We'll say 2-3 month for production. If the quantity is beyond our expectation, we'll need longer time.

Thanks for asking. :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Mon, 08 February 2021, 22:20:19
I really like this idea!

Lush bunny has good questions though, esp. re: aluminum case interference.

We have a opening for BT module in bottom of case for BT signal to get through.
And it's also recommended to use a FR4 plate or a non-metal material plate for better connection with your device. ;)

This is awesome looking, I wish all PCBs were this well thought out.

What is the typing angle with the Cora case?

It's 6 degree. :)

I, and one other person I know, had issues with the soldering of the bt module on the current board. My bt module had cold and broken solder joints and did not work reliably. I was able to successfully reflow the solder and fix mine, but my friend wasn't so lucky. What are you planning on doing to improve this issue?

Sorry to hear that happen to both of your PCBs. :-X

We've changed to a factory with better SMT machine. And there are silk-screen lines for module to let machine have better positioning this time.
Hope this will solve the problem you mentioned. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: sootlamb on Tue, 09 February 2021, 11:43:06
Looks great! Excited to buy a case! Do yall happen to know the pantone colors? Specifically for the mint/turquoise one? Thank yall!
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: LONGZILLA on Tue, 09 February 2021, 13:04:01
How thick is the BT-module + battery?  I would be interested in re-using an existing case, but would like to ensure there's enough clearance.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: treeleaf64 on Tue, 09 February 2021, 13:05:29
cheap and good I like
 it
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: thicthock on Tue, 09 February 2021, 14:19:34
That price point makes it super interesting
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Domantas on Tue, 09 February 2021, 15:55:31
Will hotswap be default tsangan?

UPDATE:
WOW IT IS INDEED, YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME. Men will this be fourth pcb for my switch couture ?.. or for another board. If only your offered case would be top mount. Does someone know on going top mount/gasket mount 60% boards that is compatible with this? As much as this is nice bundle I would be lying if I say I like tray mounts very much
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: DrGravy3 on Tue, 09 February 2021, 16:03:58
I'm trying to access the website and it wont let me, says cconnection isn't private. not sure if this is your side or mine thats wrong, but id like to get this and can't seem to access the website.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: nasp on Tue, 09 February 2021, 16:15:51
Any chance the mounting points could be removable. If not, I'll be cutting mine off with a rotary tool
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Domantas on Tue, 09 February 2021, 17:03:31
Guys I get an error when I try to buy anything on your site "Sorry, out of zone.". I am from EU, Lithuania. Please fix this, because this is annoying. Can add Poland but not Lithuania when its a few km from each other, come on. Not gonna lie this is second time with vendors based in Asia :/ That is why I also suggest proxy next time, so you wouldn't need to deal with all that
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lz2019 on Tue, 09 February 2021, 21:26:52
is the sale of pcb and case already started? I don't see the pcb on the website yet, as of today.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Shmeagle on Tue, 09 February 2021, 22:55:27
Loving the colors of these cases, and the price? Insta buy

a few questions though

1) What if don't want to use BT at all, do we have to build with the battery?
2) Will there be a build guide in the future?
3) WKL?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 09 February 2021, 23:17:30
Looks great! Excited to buy a case! Do yall happen to know the pantone colors? Specifically for the mint/turquoise one? Thank yall!
No but we were pretty much following the color of Tealios. :)

cheap and good I like
 it


Cheers! :thumb:

How thick is the BT-module + battery?  I would be interested in re-using an existing case, but would like to ensure there's enough clearance.

I'll combine studs of module for you as well. They are approximately 8.75mm in total. ;)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 09 February 2021, 23:24:18
That price point makes it super interesting

We hope most people are able to get a set. :)

Will hotswap be default tsangan?

UPDATE:
WOW IT IS INDEED, YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME. Men will this be fourth pcb for my switch couture ?.. or for another board. If only your offered case would be top mount. Does someone know on going top mount/gasket mount 60% boards that is compatible with this? As much as this is nice bundle I would be lying if I say I like tray mounts very much

Since we want Cora to be our standard GH60 case as well, it will need to be a universal tray-mount case. We'll make a dampener to improve the typing experience. :)

I'm trying to access the website and it wont let me, says cconnection isn't private. not sure if this is your side or mine thats wrong, but id like to get this and can't seem to access the website.

We've moved to a new platform and it's still under construction. After SSL activation is passed you'll be entering without worry.
The site will be prepared before GH starts. :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 09 February 2021, 23:29:39
Loving the colors of these cases, and the price? Insta buy

a few questions though

1) What if don't want to use BT at all, do we have to build with the battery?
2) Will there be a build guide in the future?
3) WKL?

1. No you don't. You can use it via USB connection without a battery.
2. Actually we already made one. We'll post it in GB thread.
3. Hotswap version will be in tsangan layout.

Guys I get an error when I try to buy anything on your site "Sorry, out of zone.". I am from EU, Lithuania. Please fix this, because this is annoying. Can add Poland but not Lithuania when its a few km from each other, come on. Not gonna lie this is second time with vendors based in Asia :/ That is why I also suggest proxy next time, so you wouldn't need to deal with all that

Like I mentioned in previous reply. Our new site is still under construction.
We'll add countries that are not in our shipping list if there's any inquire. This thing will need to be built up slowly since there are too many countries in this world. :-X

The site will be ready before GB starts. No worries. :thumb:

Any chance the mounting points could be removable. If not, I'll be cutting mine off with a rotary tool

No sorry. :eek:

is the sale of pcb and case already started? I don't see the pcb on the website yet, as of today.

No they are not. We'll update the date here and in our Instagram when the site is ready. :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 09 February 2021, 23:53:44
Guys, here are some photos of turquoise Cora, which one of our friends shoot for us. :thumb:
They were posted in ZFrontier: https://www.zfrontier.com/app/flow/45aE1K8POzM1 (https://www.zfrontier.com/app/flow/45aE1K8POzM1)

Please come and check'em. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lz2019 on Wed, 10 February 2021, 00:25:54
is the pcb compatible with other standard 60% case ?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Wed, 10 February 2021, 01:40:37
is the pcb compatible with other standard 60% case ?

Yes but only compatible with cases with battery slots. It has GH60 screw position openings.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: yui on Wed, 10 February 2021, 01:51:16
if i'd wish to use an other kind of battery would there be enough space? i have some larger flat LiPo batteries that i planed to use in a wireless keyboard, and this could be perfect project for one or 2 of them, having a keyboard that has 10 years of battery life :)
(dimensions from the top of my head are 6*150*120 mm per battery, 13Wh)
and i know i am a bit late for this one, but would you consider supporting ISO in the future? if so i would be in for an other few :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lz2019 on Wed, 10 February 2021, 02:57:43
is the pcb compatible with other standard 60% case ?
Yes but only compatible with cases with battery slots. It has GH60 screw position openings.

thanks  :thumb:   then I need to grab one more pbc to pair with my spare case.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Wed, 10 February 2021, 04:43:44
if i'd wish to use an other kind of battery would there be enough space? i have some larger flat LiPo batteries that i planed to use in a wireless keyboard, and this could be perfect project for one or 2 of them, having a keyboard that has 10 years of battery life :)
(dimensions from the top of my head are 6*150*120 mm per battery, 13Wh)
and i know i am a bit late for this one, but would you consider supporting ISO in the future? if so i would be in for an other few :)


The battery size of yours is too large for Cora, but it's still available for other cases which have enough room for it.

Iso layout is already supported in soldering version. :)

is the pcb compatible with other standard 60% case ?
Yes but only compatible with cases with battery slots. It has GH60 screw position openings.

thanks  :thumb:   then I need to grab one more pbc to pair with my spare case.

 :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: yui on Wed, 10 February 2021, 04:48:20
if i'd wish to use an other kind of battery would there be enough space? i have some larger flat LiPo batteries that i planed to use in a wireless keyboard, and this could be perfect project for one or 2 of them, having a keyboard that has 10 years of battery life :)
(dimensions from the top of my head are 6*150*120 mm per battery, 13Wh)
and i know i am a bit late for this one, but would you consider supporting ISO in the future? if so i would be in for an other few :)
The battery size of yours is too large for Cora, but it's still available for other cases which have enough room for it.

Iso layout is already supported in soldering version. :)
i did not see the iso support so i thought it would not have it, and i was hopping there would be a bit of space between the pcb and case. oh well, not that Nokia BL batteries are cheap :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: yui on Wed, 10 February 2021, 07:00:38
and you know that your site has a bad certificate? it's only valid for easy.co... it would be on a random site i would not be bothered but there you sell stuff, kinda worrying to send 100+ euro/usd on an unsecured site, hope you can fix that before GB (get error SSL_ERROR_BAD_CERT_DOMAIN on Firefox)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Wed, 10 February 2021, 07:28:52
and you know that your site has a bad certificate? it's only valid for easy.co... it would be on a random site i would not be bothered but there you sell stuff, kinda worrying to send 100+ euro/usd on an unsecured site, hope you can fix that before GB (get error SSL_ERROR_BAD_CERT_DOMAIN on Firefox)

Yes we are aware of that. Just edited this situation to the main thread. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Domantas on Wed, 10 February 2021, 11:28:36

Guys I get an error when I try to buy anything on your site "Sorry, out of zone.". I am from EU, Lithuania. Please fix this, because this is annoying. Can add Poland but not Lithuania when its a few km from each other, come on. Not gonna lie this is second time with vendors based in Asia :/ That is why I also suggest proxy next time, so you wouldn't need to deal with all that

Like I mentioned in previous reply. Our new site is still under construction.
We'll add countries that are not in our shipping list if there's any inquire. This thing will need to be built up slowly since there are too many countries in this world. :-X

The site will be ready before GB starts. No worries. :thumb:


Alright, thanks :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: MIGHTY CHICKEN on Wed, 10 February 2021, 11:48:45
Me see BT, me likey
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Wed, 10 February 2021, 23:52:56
Me see BT, me likey

 :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:


Guys I get an error when I try to buy anything on your site "Sorry, out of zone.". I am from EU, Lithuania. Please fix this, because this is annoying. Can add Poland but not Lithuania when its a few km from each other, come on. Not gonna lie this is second time with vendors based in Asia :/ That is why I also suggest proxy next time, so you wouldn't need to deal with all that

Like I mentioned in previous reply. Our new site is still under construction.
We'll add countries that are not in our shipping list if there's any inquire. This thing will need to be built up slowly since there are too many countries in this world. :-X

The site will be ready before GB starts. No worries. :thumb:


Alright, thanks :)

 ;)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Rayndalf on Thu, 11 February 2021, 01:00:46
Looks like a really nice board, but I'm still waiting for my G60 for 2+ years. Is this case also being manufactured by Alf?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Thu, 11 February 2021, 03:34:06
Looks like a really nice board, but I'm still waiting for my G60 for 2+ years. Is this case also being manufactured by Alf?
No, Cora is from a different factory.

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Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lush_bunny on Thu, 11 February 2021, 07:54:10
my main source of keeb news is geekhack, so I hope to be updated once the GB starts. I'm gunning for that turquoise.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Kuj0 on Thu, 11 February 2021, 23:50:58
Been waiting a year for this next drop. Best believe I will be buying a few for all my 60% boards.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Fri, 12 February 2021, 01:23:32
my main source of keeb news is geekhack, so I hope to be updated once the GB starts. I'm gunning for that turquoise.

 :) We'll keep updating everything in this thread.

Been waiting a year for this next drop. Best believe I will be buying a few for all my 60% boards.

Thanks. ^-^
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: sybase on Fri, 12 February 2021, 19:30:49
Quote
GB period: Around February 11st depends on our process. Lasts for a month.

I can't access your store https://play-keyboard.store/ something to do NET::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID
Is website not ready yet? If it is ready, can you fix it or is this issue on my end?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: KingOfMemes on Fri, 12 February 2021, 19:34:44
Quote
GB period: Around February 11st depends on our process. Lasts for a month.

I can't access your store https://play-keyboard.store/ something to do NET::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID
Is website not ready yet? If it is ready, can you fix it or is this issue on my end?

From the 1st post:

Quote
PS.
We've just moved to a new platform, so the site is still under construction. It will be ready before GB starts.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: sybase on Fri, 12 February 2021, 19:49:58
Quote
GB period: Around February 11st depends on our process. Lasts for a month.

I can't access your store https://play-keyboard.store/ something to do NET::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID
Is website not ready yet? If it is ready, can you fix it or is this issue on my end?

From the 1st post:

Quote
PS.
We've just moved to a new platform, so the site is still under construction. It will be ready before GB starts.

Ok thanks! I just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing something.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sat, 13 February 2021, 23:36:18
Quote
GB period: Around February 11st depends on our process. Lasts for a month.

I can't access your store https://play-keyboard.store/ something to do NET::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID
Is website not ready yet? If it is ready, can you fix it or is this issue on my end?

From the 1st post:

Quote
PS.
We've just moved to a new platform, so the site is still under construction. It will be ready before GB starts.

Thanks for the clarification! :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sat, 13 February 2021, 23:45:43
Guys we've edited the GB time due to our site is still not ready for GB.
We are still waiting for platform official to set us up. So new date will be after Lunar New Year. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Domantas on Mon, 15 February 2021, 08:18:14
why 3 rd switch on top is north facing on hotswap :-X ? It is usually only first two
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 16 February 2021, 02:59:48
why 3 rd switch on top is north facing on hotswap :-X ? It is usually only first two

There's a FPC connector on the back took the top position. So another key position needs to be install inverted as well. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: f1ngers_ on Tue, 16 February 2021, 04:55:01
Do you have a plan to upgrade the BT module to BT 5.0?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: lush_bunny on Tue, 16 February 2021, 06:26:17
Are you still aiming to start the GB in February?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 16 February 2021, 11:05:53
Are you still aiming to start the GB in February?

Yap. We hope to start the GB around end of Feb. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 16 February 2021, 11:07:17
Do you have a plan to upgrade the BT module to BT 5.0?

It will take a period to develop. ^-^
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: CDKing on Tue, 16 February 2021, 21:25:09
How much space would be needed inside a case to fit the PCB + battery module?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Tue, 16 February 2021, 22:46:20
How much space would be needed inside a case to fit the PCB + battery module?

We set 90mm x 44mm x 8.75mm for Cora's battery compartment.
8.75mm is measured from back of PCB to top of battery. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: yui on Wed, 17 February 2021, 03:13:06
i am stubborn as possible :), but how does the battery module connects to the pcb? i still want to try with my own batteries :) although i will likely still buy a module just i case i fail, as a backup, or for future use in an other project, an holder like that can be used in so many projects i would guess (depending on how it connects).
Thanks
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Wed, 17 February 2021, 04:19:27
i am stubborn as possible :), but how does the battery module connects to the pcb? i still want to try with my own batteries :) although i will likely still buy a module just i case i fail, as a backup, or for future use in an other project, an holder like that can be used in so many projects i would guess (depending on how it connects).
Thanks

There's a connector on back of PCB to connect the module. ;)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Wed, 17 February 2021, 22:55:29
Guys. New site is ready.

We'll start the GB on Fed 22nd to March 24th CST. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB time edited)
Post by: lush_bunny on Thu, 18 February 2021, 22:03:56
aww yis
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB time edited)
Post by: LONGZILLA on Thu, 18 February 2021, 23:58:37
What’s the rough/expected delivery timeline for the PCB?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB time edited)
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Fri, 19 February 2021, 04:24:38
What’s the rough/expected delivery timeline for the PCB?

It depends on how many orders we get. If we won't be short in BT module then delivery time will be 2 month approximately. :)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB time edited)
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sat, 20 February 2021, 23:29:10
Hi guys!
GB page is ready: https://www.play-keyboard.store/collections/bioi-g60ble-rev2-pcb-cora-60-case-groupbuy (https://www.play-keyboard.store/collections/bioi-g60ble-rev2-pcb-cora-60-case-groupbuy)

GB post is still waiting for approval. We'll update the link once it's been approved. :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB time edited)
Post by: lush_bunny on Sat, 20 February 2021, 23:47:30
Hi guys!
GB page is ready: https://www.play-keyboard.store/collections/bioi-g60ble-rev2-pcb-cora-60-case-groupbuy (https://www.play-keyboard.store/collections/bioi-g60ble-rev2-pcb-cora-60-case-groupbuy)

GB post is still waiting for approval. We'll update the link once it's been approved. :thumb:

So excited!
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB time edited)
Post by: IBMweMissU on Sun, 21 February 2021, 10:46:39
Awesome, been waiting for this.
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Sun, 21 February 2021, 23:06:00
GB is live now. We've updated the link in main post.

GB post will be updated later when it's been approved. ;)
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: KingOfMemes on Sun, 21 February 2021, 23:28:16
GB is live now. We've updated the link in main post.

GB post will be updated later when it's been approved. ;)
Nice, copped mine with the little battery compartment :thumb: :thumb: Any recommendation of BL-5J vs BL-5C?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: sybase on Sun, 21 February 2021, 23:48:10
Just wondering if the Taiwan Post shipping option comes with any tracking or shipping insurance? If not, is there is any way to add it? I'm in the US btw. Excited for this group buy!

Edit: also need to ask what kind of JST battery do you recommend we use if we don't use the battery module (i.e. 3.7V Li-Po battery should be ok?), and is DHL Express the recommended shipping option? how reliable is Taiwan Post?
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: IBMweMissU on Mon, 22 February 2021, 00:43:57
Order placed, for one of each PCB - thrilled!
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Mon, 22 February 2021, 01:47:39
GB is live now. We've updated the link in main post.

GB post will be updated later when it's been approved. ;)
Nice, copped mine with the little battery compartment :thumb: :thumb: Any recommendation of BL-5J vs BL-5C?

5C is a bit smaller in power comparing to 5J. I use 5J personally. ;)

Just wondering if the Taiwan Post shipping option comes with any tracking or shipping insurance? If not, is there is any way to add it? I'm in the US btw. Excited for this group buy!

Edit: also need to ask what kind of JST battery do you recommend we use if we don't use the battery module (i.e. 3.7V Li-Po battery should be ok?), and is DHL Express the recommended shipping option? how reliable is Taiwan Post?

Yes Taiwan Post comes with a tracking code as well. Just not as detailed as DHL Express.
You can check it from our shipping policy here: https://www.play-keyboard.store/legal/shipping

We are now using this site to track our Taiwan Post packages: https://track.aftership.com/
It's more detailed than the previous one we used.
It's unfortunately that our latest code is not available to show details in tracking site, or I'll upload a screenshot for you to check.
And of course it's recommended to use DHL Express instead if you have enough budget.

3.7v Li-Po batteries were what we used for previous version PCBs. So they are okay for sure. :thumb:

Order placed, for one of each PCB - thrilled!

Thanks for the support! :D
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case (GB Live Now)
Post by: PlayKeyboardTW on Mon, 22 February 2021, 01:48:10
GB post was approved: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=111337.0
Title: Re: [IC] BIOI G60BLE PCB Rev2 + Cora 60% Case
Post by: Shmeagle on Sun, 28 February 2021, 20:07:46
Any chance the mounting points could be removable. If not, I'll be cutting mine off with a rotary tool
Are you trying to mod the case into a top/sandwich mount?