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✉ GKBDfans Tofu PAD Pre-Sale ending May 29¶
KBDfans is closing pre-orders for the wireless Tofu PAD desk mat on May 29.
zFrontier sold defective TP1 Dieter...¶
Complaint about zFrontier and Geistmaschine regarding defective TP1 Dieter keycaps and poor customer service.
Keycron Q6 ULTRA version worth?¶
Discussion on the worth of the Keychron Q6 Ultra Wi-Fi version vs Q6 MAX.
Akko has good after sales support¶
Positive experience with Akko's support regarding a Bluetooth connectivity issue on the Mineral board.
Keychron Q9 Plus - is it dead? Split space suggestions¶
Concerns about the future of the Q9 Plus split space model and suggestions for alternatives.
I can't find the AJAZZ AK980 V2 Pro Software¶
User unable to find official software for the AJAZZ AK980 V2 Pro keyboard.
List prices on many websites are borderline false advertising¶
Community discussion on Shopify configuration issues causing misleading kit pricing.
Keyreative Santa Llum keyboard now in stock¶
Keyreative announces the Santa Llum keyboard is available for purchase in two colors.
Treasure announces TYPE-9 Series IV and 3 new projects¶
Treasure is launching the TYPE-9 Series IV along with three additional new keyboard projects.
Omnitype releases GMK Burgundy keycap set¶
Omnitype has released the GMK (CYL) Burgundy keycap set, coinciding with the end of the Bauer 65 preorder.
Omnitype Bauer 65 groupbuy ends soon¶
The Bauer 65 groupbuy is closing in one day, with the Dune colorway available.
Mode Designs announces 2026 Encore with Crown Mounting System¶
Mode Designs released the 2026 Encore keyboard featuring a new Crown Mounting System, with pre-orders open and fulfillment starting in July.
Binepad BNK-16 - Review and issues¶
Detailed review of BNK-16 with VIA/QMK issues — JSON save/load breaks layer switching, modifier+mousewheel combos don't work, poor vendor support.