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roBa

The roBa by kuma is a split keyboard with a trackball – inspired by Yowkees' Keyball.

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Published December 21, 2024
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Kuma/Kumamuk shared this wireless split with integrated trackball: roBa – inspired by Yowkees' Keyball.

Specs

  • 42-43 keys (3x5+3/2, plus some extras)
  • MX switches, hotswap
  • MX/Choc thumb keys
  • Xiao nrf52840 controller
  • optional horizontal encoder
  • trackball (PMW3610)
  • wireless
  • ZMK

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Published on Sat 21st Dec 2024. Featured in KBD #182.

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