The Hyper7 R4 is a 173% keyboard inspired by the Space Cadet, featuring an enclosed stainless steel case, carry handle, and hotswap PCB. This iteration offers a new layout with a standard column stagger and 7u spacebar. A GB for Space Cadet keycaps may be launched alongside to complete the retro aesthetic.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (10)
"Excited about the new round of the Hyper7."
"Likes the commitment to a unique design."
"Appreciates the planned run of Space Cadet keycaps."
"Finds the keyboard really cool and interesting."
"Excited to keep an eye on the project."
"Happy to see the interest check finally go up."
"Loves the old school design."
"Expresses enthusiasm for purchasing the keyboard."
"Excited about seeing more configurations."
"Likes the size and uniqueness of the keyboard."
Negative (5)
"Not in love with the handle's aesthetics."
"Concerns about accusations of design plagiarism."
"Criticism of relating the design directly to another keyboard."
"Feels discussions about design influence are baseless."
"Questions if standard space bars can be used."
Suggestions (2)
Consider hiding the handle or replacing it with a badge.
Request for clarification on using a standard space bar.
Questions (2)
Can a normal space bar be used with this keyboard?
Is it programmable with something easy like Via?
Duckeebs Analysis
Thread has a total of 21 comments, with strong engagement and clear enthusiasm shown by several users. Positive sentiment was amplified by comments on design and excitement over features, while negative sentiment revolved around design dispute and aesthetic concerns.
Project Specs
- Name
- Hyper7 R4 (IC)
- Release year
- 2023
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 173%
- Layout Standard
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- Layout Ergonomics
- Standard Column Stagger
- Connection
- -
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- -
- Case Colors
- -
- Case Material
- Stainless Steel
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -