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Bear 65% Ergo Keyboard (IC)

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Bear 65% Ergo Keyboard combines Alice layout compatibility with added arrow keys, offering a satisfying typing experience through its gasket mounting system. Available in various materials and colors, this custom keyboard features a bear logo and claw, catering to enthusiasts seeking unique designs.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 53%
Neutral – 32%
Negative – 15%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (10)

  • "Great looking layout."

  • "Definitely interested."

  • "Love the design!"

  • "The bear is so cute."

  • "Looks really great."

  • "I'm for keeping a smaller bear or no bear at all."

  • "This is adorable."

  • "I like this idea."

  • "Super interested!"

  • "Cannot wait"

Negative (5)

  • "Alice is a ****ing trash keyboard with the all-time worst set of compromises."

  • "The single key on the right looks a little out of place."

  • "Lack of ergonomic features."

  • "Some users dislike the bear logo placement."

  • "Concerns over the keyboard's layout and ergonomics."

Suggestions (5)

  • Consider split left shift support for modifications.

  • Make the bear logo optional or reposition it.

  • Add a non-hotswap PCB option.

  • Consider a rotary encoder as a design feature.

  • Make the weight a full paw instead of partial.

Questions (4)

  • What kind of coating will be used for the blue/pink options?

  • Will the keyboard support 5-pin switches?

  • Can buyers choose different colors for top and bottom cases?

  • Will the GB allow for changes after form submission?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has a significant number of comments indicating strong interest and engagement with mostly positive feedback. While some concerns exist, they are outweighed by enthusiasm for the project.

Project Specs

Name
Bear 65% Ergo Keyboard
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
Alice
Layout Ergonomics
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Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Gasket
Case Colors
Baby Blue, Pink, E-White, Black, Silver
Case Material
PC, Aluminum, Brass
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
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Display Support
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Mac/Win Support
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Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
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Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
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Backlight
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