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Hunter 3090 (IC)

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Hunter 3090 is an industrial-style keyboard from a Chinese arts and crafts factory. It features a unique design with an RGB fan, anodized aluminum, and tempered glass. Compatible with QMK and VIA, it offers different mounting styles and color options for customization enthusiasts.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 32%
Neutral – 36%
Negative – 32%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (9)

  • "Users love the design and concept."

  • "Excitement expressed over the keyboard."

  • "Appreciation for the creativity behind the project."

  • "One user stated they would buy it for under $100."

  • "Positive engagement with the aesthetics and overall concept."

  • "Interest in functional elements like the fan."

  • "Admiration for the project efforts reflected."

  • "Some see potential in the design with suggestions to modify branding."

  • "Users emphasized the uniqueness of this keyboard."

Negative (9)

  • "Concerns about the legality due to trademark issues."

  • "Skepticism about its marketability in the US."

  • "Doubts raised regarding pricing and affordability."

  • "Criticism over the concept of a keyboard with a fan."

  • "Disappointment expressed about the potential relevance of the 3090 in the future."

  • "Cautions placed on intellectual property rights."

  • "Some users outright stated they do not support the branding."

  • "Concerns about the practicality of the fan feature."

  • "Criticism of the design as potentially derivative or unoriginal."

Suggestions (6)

  • Modify the project name to avoid trademark issues.

  • Consider removing specific brand references altogether.

  • Explore alternative functional designs for the fan.

  • Engage a trademark lawyer for guidance.

  • Ask for clearer communication about the fan's functionality.

  • Consider changing the keyboard design to stand independently.

Questions (3)

  • Is the fan functional or just a design feature?

  • What specific legal concerns should the designers be aware of?

  • How will the project adapt as technology advances?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread generated a balanced mix of positive and negative feedback with significant discussion about trademark issues. Interest is moderate, as evidenced by active engagement but with divided opinions on branding and functionality.

Project Specs

Name
Hunter 3090 (IC)
Release year
2020
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
WKL/WK/ISO/ANSI
Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
Connection
USB Type-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Gasket
Case Colors
Anodized Black, Electrophoresis Blue, Electrophoresis Warm White, Granite Color, White Frosted
Case Material
6063 aluminum, PC
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
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Weight
Brass
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
-
Display Support
-
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
-
Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
Yes