Author Topic: [IC] KG Retro TKL keyboard Update WK&7U&ISO supported (Read 13142 times)

KeyGeak · « **on:** Thu, 02 November 2023, 04:36:24 »

Haven't decided on a name yet. If you like this keyboard, you can tell us your thoughts of how to name it

TKL layout

Why the retro style?

We live in a fast-paced world of ever-advancing technology, but sometimes, we need to pause and reflect on the past. We believe that a keyboard is not just an input device but a work of art. We believe that compared to modern mechanical keyboards, retro-style keyboards clearly have a more unique appearance and tactile sensation. Whether for viewing or use, they can provide a better overall user experience.

Currently, we have designed two keyboards, Model A and Model B. Here are some rendered images of them. Which one do you prefer?

Rendering image

AFront height: 18mm

(374*157*18mm)

BFront height: 18mm

(362*150*18mm) Front height: 18mm

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SALE INFORMATION

● Units TBD
● Sale type TBD depending on interest
● Vendor information to be disclosed in the future.

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2023/11/6 Update

Added dimension diagram

Rendered several new images

If you are interested in option B, we also added a selectable counterweight

2023/11/7 update
Added the images of the layout

2023/11/9 update
Add the option for the WK layout

11/10 Update
Render 2 explosion diagrams

12.21 update
Updated photos of structural samples

Change the back foot patch into a long strip shape

DirtyGingy · « **Reply #1 on:** Thu, 02 November 2023, 06:16:14 »

A tkl based on the Wyse pce design. I'm interested

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KeyGeak · « **Reply #2 on:** Thu, 02 November 2023, 21:07:39 »

Quote from: DirtyGingy on Thu, 02 November 2023, 06:16:14

A tkl based on the Wyse pce design. I'm interested

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Thank you so much!

piteqiu · « **Reply #3 on:** Fri, 03 November 2023, 07:46:46 »

like the style of this wyse

takuto · « **Reply #4 on:** Fri, 03 November 2023, 10:21:41 »

Love how clean this looks. Even though it might not be as faithful to the original Wyse aesthetics, I'm really liking the more compact design of Render B.

Rob27shred · « **Reply #5 on:** Fri, 03 November 2023, 15:22:47 »

Love the design & would be totally down to go in on this. Like many others I also love the retro Wyse look. As for suggestions a WKL top variant would be pretty sweet, then for the WK tops a PCB that has support for Wyse bottom row or at least a 10u spacebar would be super cool IMO! Anyways GL moving forward with this, I'll definitely be keep tabs on the progress with hopes to see this actually come to life!

piteqiu · « **Reply #6 on:** Sat, 04 November 2023, 08:44:18 »

What form of sale?

PUPU · « **Reply #7 on:** Sun, 05 November 2023, 19:24:28 »

It's cool, when can I buy it?

KeyGeak · « **Reply #8 on:** Sun, 05 November 2023, 23:57:35 »

2023/11/6 Update

Added dimension diagram

Rendered several new images， added a selectable counterweight

KeyGeak · « **Reply #9 on:** Mon, 06 November 2023, 19:18:09 »

Quote from: takuto on Fri, 03 November 2023, 10:21:41

Love how clean this looks. Even though it might not be as faithful to the original Wyse aesthetics, I'm really liking the more compact design of Render B.

Thanks for your love

KeyGeak · « **Reply #10 on:** Tue, 07 November 2023, 02:20:57 »

2023/11/7 update
Added the images of the layout

KeyGeak · « **Reply #11 on:** Wed, 08 November 2023, 20:24:24 »

Quote from: Rob27shred on Fri, 03 November 2023, 15:22:47

Love the design & would be totally down to go in on this. Like many others I also love the retro Wyse look. As for suggestions a WKL top variant would be pretty sweet, then for the WK tops a PCB that has support for Wyse bottom row or at least a 10u spacebar would be super cool IMO! Anyways GL moving forward with this, I'll definitely be keep tabs on the progress with hopes to see this actually come to life!

We will add the option for the WK layout

Rob27shred · « **Reply #12 on:** Wed, 08 November 2023, 20:26:44 »

Quote from: KeyGeak on Wed, 08 November 2023, 20:24:24

Quote from: Rob27shred on Fri, 03 November 2023, 15:22:47
Love the design & would be totally down to go in on this. Like many others I also love the retro Wyse look. As for suggestions a WKL top variant would be pretty sweet, then for the WK tops a PCB that has support for Wyse bottom row or at least a 10u spacebar would be super cool IMO! Anyways GL moving forward with this, I'll definitely be keep tabs on the progress with hopes to see this actually come to life!
We will add the option for the WK layout

Awesome to hear! That makes it just that much better now IMHO!

KeyGeak · « **Reply #13 on:** Fri, 10 November 2023, 03:23:46 »

Quote from: Rob27shred on Wed, 08 November 2023, 20:26:44

Quote from: KeyGeak on Wed, 08 November 2023, 20:24:24
Quote from: Rob27shred on Fri, 03 November 2023, 15:22:47
Love the design & would be totally down to go in on this. Like many others I also love the retro Wyse look. As for suggestions a WKL top variant would be pretty sweet, then for the WK tops a PCB that has support for Wyse bottom row or at least a 10u spacebar would be super cool IMO! Anyways GL moving forward with this, I'll definitely be keep tabs on the progress with hopes to see this actually come to life!
We will add the option for the WK layout

Awesome to hear! That makes it just that much better now IMHO!

11/10 Update
Add the option for WK layout

KeyGeak · « **Reply #14 on:** Fri, 10 November 2023, 03:30:15 »

11/10 Update
Render 2 explosion diagrams

Findecanor · « **Reply #15 on:** Fri, 10 November 2023, 09:00:20 »

I have a PC-compatible Wyse PCE. This does not really scream "Wyse" to me. The bump is really the only retro design element, it was present only on the Terminal-interface models of the PCE and it is too small.

nook · « **Reply #16 on:** Sun, 12 November 2023, 20:49:08 »

Is there a screen in the upper right corner? If so, can he change the content himself?

KeyGeak · « **Reply #17 on:** Mon, 13 November 2023, 00:14:53 »

KeyGeak · « **Reply #18 on:** Mon, 13 November 2023, 00:18:35 »

Quote from: nook on Sun, 12 November 2023, 20:49:08

Is there a screen in the upper right corner? If so, can he change the content himself?

Yes, it's a screen and you can customized it

PUPU · « **Reply #19 on:** Wed, 15 November 2023, 20:53:21 »

Are there any updates, or have you guys given up?

FitLabb · « **Reply #20 on:** Thu, 16 November 2023, 05:31:00 »

Love this board, very classy design. It’s both retro and contemporary in design at the same time. The top accent bar with the small screen on the top right look amazing, and all other design elements just work so well. This is one of the very few boards left that I’m looking forward to. Good luck with this!