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Rollow: with thumb encoders

The Rollow is a split keyboard by ArtofZenKeys with dedicated thumb encoders.

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Published May 14, 2021
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According to the designer, this keyboard is inspired by the ergonomics of a Ferris and the elegance of a Corne.

And the EVQWGD001 encoder from the post by SouthPawEngineer featured in Issue #24 is here again.

New info: footprint by plut0nium.

https://github.com/plut0nium/0xLib/tree/master/Encoder.pretty

A few features of the Rollow:

  • Dual thumb encoders
  • Reversible PCB
  • Oled Support
  • Choc spaced
  • Power Switch (MSK12C01) Compatibility
  • Pads for an external battery
  • Plans to be supported on both QMK and ZMK
  • Plans to support Hotswappable Choc V1's and Minis (Separate boards)
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Published on Fri 14th May 2021. Featured in KBD #26 (source).

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