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dirkvl	2014-05-08 , 17:56
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Originally Posted by apfibox

Any change for producing another 100 batch? I missed the first Jollakb boat and I'm pretty sure I'm not alone!

Originally Posted by SebiPanther

I would like to be in the next Batch of the TOH Keyboard if you make more then 75 pieces. Will you make more then this few once?
Wonderful work and great idea btw.

Originally Posted by octane

I would like to purchase one from your Qwerty OtherHalfs. Do you have some already made Qwerty OtherHalfs for sell or if I purchase one now, I'll be in the waiting list?

Originally Posted by rentze

Will you be taking preorders again by any chance, or is it definitely over?

Originally Posted by zlucoblij

Big kudos for what you'r doing there. It seems you've done an awesome job. Is there any way I could get one of these or are all sold?

maybe. very maybe.

Looks:
-How will it look like?
LINK
-What kind of keypad will you use?
Custom
Update 4-8-14: Andrew has joined the team and will design the keypad. I have full confidence it will look beautiful!
-Qwerty/qwertz/azerty/äëïö?
Yes.
-What kind of materials will you use?
PLA casing, wood bottom, injection molded keypad
-Backlight?
Yes
-Multiple colours?
Maybe, but is more expensive
-Will the keypad be a display/touchscreen/e-ink/whatever?
No.

Ordering:
-How/when can I (pre-)order?
Not yet
-Can I be in pre-order queue?
No
-What will it cost?
Probably 130E
-Where/how can I donate?
Here and here
-When will it be ready?
Not yet determined

Improvements:
-Will it use a cable?
No
-Will it have 'alingment issues'?
No
-Will it use magnets?
Yes
-Are magnets dangerous to my phone
Absolutely not!
-Will it be slimmer?
Yes
-Will it be awesome?
Yes
-Will it be usable for everyday use?
Yes

Participationg in development
If you think you can help and have experience in developing products, send me a PM!

Other/FAQ:
-I have a different question
Is it a good question? If not, resist the urge.
-Shouldn't Jolla help with design/manufacturing/whatever?
No.
-Howso people if now humens cuz ima gerl blable why not?!!
That is not english. Use 'Google Translate' or a dictionary
-Can I pre-order?
First read this whole post.
-Use this thing/component/whatever!
Send this kind of messages over PM, with explanation why and how it works

Some FAQs, will be updated when possible! Asking one of above questions is useless

Parts list and status
Base 3D -- testing
Bottom 3D -- testing
Magnets -- ready for ordering
Screws -- ordered
--
Base PCB -- designing and testing
Connection pad PCB -- designing and testing
Bottom PCB -- designing
SMD components -- ready for ordering
--
Wood insert -- ready for ordering
Domesheet -- not yet designing
Keypad -- designing and exploring production
--
PCB making -- requesting quotes
PCB soldering -- not yet in contact
3D printing -- testing parts from different suppliers
Domesheet production -- in contact
Keypad production -- approaching companies

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Last edited by dirkvl; 2015-04-16 at 09:36.

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