Das Keyboard 5Q: The Cloud Connected Keyboard

A project in Austin, TX by Das Keyboard
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Das Keyboard 5Q is a cloud-connected, open API RGB mechanical keyboard that allows each key to be color-controlled over the Internet.
Backers: 3475
Average Pledge Per Backer: $167

Funded: $580,902 of $100,000
Dates: Jun 30th -> Jul 30th (30 days)
Project By: Das Keyboard
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Latest News

We Did It!!

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank You, All!Our Kickstarter has come to an end and we are blown away with the tremendous support we have received. Thank you everyone for backing us through this journey.  It is because of you guys that we, together, are creating a new kind of... (Read More)

Last Moments of Our Campaign: What's Next for Backers

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers,  The clock is ticking and our campaign is coming to an end. Your support has helped kicked the world’s first cloud connected keyboard into high gear. After tomorrow, we’ll be flying forward into the next stages of 5Q keyboard... (Read More)

New Translucent, Black Keycaps in Several Languages

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
To all Hacker++ and Exclusive Innovator backers, You'll be able to choose which language (or none) you would like printed on your extra set of translucent, black keycaps before we ship. Extra set of translucent, black keycaps language options:  US... (Read More)

We Need Your Feedback: Keycap Sets in New Languages

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello, Backers! We revealed in our last update that we will be creating translucent, black keycaps inscribed with different languages as an extra keycap set.  Please tell us which language you need: https://goo.gl/forms/P6TIPpAfOkqxy6Tg2 Based on... (Read More)

$500K Upgrade Unlocked: WASD Keycaps

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Awesome news, Backers! We're proud to announce that we have reached our $500K stretch goal. The mystery upgrade has been unlocked! This means we'll be adding WASD keycaps to every 5Q keyboard that we ship at no extra cost. We're also going to be... (Read More)

Das Keyboard: Projects We Love

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, Thank you for supporting us. We couldn't have come this far without you guys and all the friends we've made along the way.  We created the Das Keyboard 5Q in hopes of revolutionizing the way keyboards are used. No longer just an input... (Read More)

Exclusive Innovator Reward Upgrade

July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi backers, A backer suggested to upgrade the Exclusive Innovator reward, our best reward, and add a set of transparent key caps. We like this idea very much. So If you have pledged at the Exclusive Innovator level, a set of transparent key caps... (Read More)

Over-funding Achievement: Aluminium Top Panel Upgrade Unlocked

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers, Thank you for continuing to support Das Keyboard 5Q, the most advanced cloud-connected RGB mechanical keyboard ever created. With only few days to go we are very excited to announce that we upgraded the Das Keyboard 5Q with an aluminium... (Read More)

Das Keyboard 5Q blasting through $400K, and still 11 days to go

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We are thankful for the huge support for the Das Keyboard 5Q. Thank you to all the backers. Investigating Upgrade: Aluminium Top PanelWe are happy to announce that we have been investigating a possible upgrade of the top panel to aluminium. This was... (Read More)

Breaking New Ground With Das Keyboard 5Q

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! How about an update at the midway point of the campaign? Thank you again for your amazing support. We have now 2,370 backers that are going to enjoy typing on the most innovative keyboard available. What does innovation mean at Das... (Read More)

We have reached our goal in 7 hours

July 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you very much for your support. We reached our goal in 7 hours and doubled it the second day. We are very excited about the enthusiasm we see from the backers. We have gotten a lot of comments and suggestions. We added FAQs about keyboard... (Read More)

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