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Abacus (ID42) (IC)

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The IDOBAO Abacus ID42 keyboard is set for a group buy from Jan 8 to Feb 2. Priced at $119, it includes customized keycaps and offers three colors: White, Black, and Very Peri. It features a top mount aluminum structure, 6-degree typing angle, and per-key RGB lighting.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 33%
Neutral – 33%
Negative – 33%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (1)

  • "Appreciation for the incorporation of feedback in design."

Negative (1)

  • "Criticism about the repetitive design approach and lack of innovation."

Suggestions (1)

  • Request to move the right shift key location for better typing experience.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains three unique comments, with a balance of sentiments indicating moderate engagement. The concern about repetitive design may reflect a broader desire for innovation in the community.

Project Specs

Name
Idobao Abacus [ID42] Keyboard
Release year
2022
Layout Size
-
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
6 Degrees
Connection
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Top
Case Colors
White, Black, Very Peri
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Switch Options
Kailh Hot swap
Profile
-
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
-
Display Support
-
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
-
USB passthrough
-
Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
Yes
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
Yes