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ATLAS 5x12 (IC)

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The ATLAS 5x12 is a custom ortho keyboard with a Preonic layout, LED underglow, and a seamless top mount design. Designed for enthusiasts, it features a functional pen rail and will be available through a group buy on Cannon Keys. Prototype reviews and updates are ongoing.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 57%
Neutral – 33%
Negative – 9%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (3)

  • "Members express strong interest and excitement about the board."

  • "Many commend the design and features of the keyboard."

  • "Users mention they are willing to purchase and are eagerly waiting for the group buy."

Negative (3)

  • "Some users express dissatisfaction with the pen rail design."

  • "Concerns raised about potential manufacturing delays due to external factors."

  • "Requests for adjustments on the physical design were not favorably met."

Suggestions (3)

  • A suggestion to improve the flushness of the pen rail.

  • Request for high-quality screws for assembly.

  • Ideas for anodized pen rails in various colors.

Questions (3)

  • Requests for projected pricing and group buy start times.

  • Inquiries about the possibility of supporting a 2x2u layout.

  • Questions regarding the pen rail's flush design and its aesthetic.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains 98 total comments with a significant positivity ratio, indicating strong community engagement. Examples of user excitement and suggestions were identified, alongside a few concerns mostly related to design specifications.

Project Specs

Name
ATLAS 5x12
Layout Size
5x12
Layout Standard
Preonic
Mount Style
Top Mount
Case Material
-
Case Colors
Dark grey, white, dark blue or navy
Connection
USB-C
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Hot Swappable
No
Polling Rate
-
Weight
-
Dimensions
-
Battery capacity
-
Multi-Media Keys
No
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
No
VIA Support
No
N-Key Rollover
No
Rapid Trigger
No
Screw-in Stabilizers
No
Sound Dampening
No
Backlight
Yes
Profile
-
Release year
2020