The Sin65 keyboard by Wind Studio will be available for group buy starting next week. The keyboard features a hotswap PCB that supports split backspace. The group buy will run from September 19th to October 19th, 2023. The keyboard can be purchased from various vendors in different countries, including the USA, Canada, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Japan, Indonesia, South America, Australia, Europe, United Kingdom, and Taiwan. For those outside these areas, orders can be placed on the Wind Studio website.

Sin65

The WIND X98 R2 Southpaw is a keyboard kit that will be available for group buy from 28th Dec to 11th Jan. It features a PCB layout with options for wired, Bluetooth, enter left, and enter right layouts. The kit includes all parts needed, with the only difference between the normal and Southpaw versions being the top upper case. The price ranges from $320 for wired to $335 for Bluetooth.

WIND X98 R2

DaringRun has introduced a new keyboard called the DR-70F. This is a 70%+5% keyboard with a rotating and switchable arrow area and function area. The keyboard comes in two options: wired for $139 and Bluetooth for $159. It will be available for purchase on January 23, 2024, with about 200 sets in stock. The group buy will take place from February 1 to March 1, 2024, with no quantity limit. Payment can be made on their website or through their vendor list.

DR-70F Keyboard

Introducing the WIND X80, the latest keyboard from wind studio. Part of the X series, it features a minimalist design with new elements for a personalized touch. The keyboard comes in an 80% F13 TKL layout with different material options like aluminum, brass, and copper. It offers various mounting options and PCB choices including hotswap and Bluetooth capabilities. The design includes a unique front accent piece that also functions as a caps indicator light.

WIND X80

Introducing the WIND X Alice with pad, a new keyboard from wind studio under their X series. This keyboard features an almost full-size Alice layout with a unique pad area, catering to users who desire both Alice and numpad functionality. The design includes the F area and numpad, making it stand out in the market. Customers can provide feedback and suggestions through the IC form provided by the manufacturer.

WIND X Alice with pad

The Hola and Hola Mini are compact mechanical keyboards designed for users seeking to save desktop space or enhance portability. The Hola Mini features a 40% layout, while the Hola includes a pad area that maximizes typing efficiency without compromising on space. Both models incorporate a split spacebar and a FN key to reduce finger travel, improving typing speed. 

Aesthetically, the keyboards include RGB indicator lights and a unique design with a water ripple mirror PVD weight. They are compatible with most keycap kits, eliminating the need for specialized keycaps. The keyboards support both wired hotswap and soldered PCB options, and come with a variety of structural and color choices, including black, retro white, and red finishes.

Included in the package are essential components such as the top and bottom cases, PCB, plate, and accessories. The Hola Mini is priced at $189, while the Hola is $199, with additional options available for extra PCBs and plates. The expected shipping time is within a week after the stock sale begins.

Hola 40%

The Wind X-Alice+Pad is a customizable keyboard kit designed with a unique aesthetic and ergonomic features. It features a multi-piece splicing design with contrasting colors and RGB lighting, enhancing its visual appeal. The keyboard includes a prominent anodized aluminum badge and a stainless steel mirror PVD badge, along with decorative elements like hollowed-out dots on an aluminum badge. 

Structurally, it supports both leaf spring and top mount configurations, featuring a split PCB with pogo pin connectors for easy installation without the need for ribbon cables. The ergonomic Alice layout, designed to improve typing efficiency, has a front height of 17.8mm for comfortable finger input. 

Available in several color options including Ano Black, E-retro White, Ano Blue, Ano Dark Gold, and Ano Silver, the keyboard can also be paired with an optional wrist rest that matches the case material. The case is made from 6063 aluminum and has a size of 443.48x129.08x17.08mm with a typing angle of 7°. The price is around $300.