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Noble by Twobit (IC)

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Introducing the 'Noble' Keyboard, TwoBit's first creation blending unique minimalism with premium design. Crafted from 6061 Aluminum and featuring customizable hot-swap PCBs, this project seeks crowdfunding via Kickstarter. Participate in the IC form to influence plate material choices.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 27%
Neutral – 27%
Negative – 45%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (3)

  • "Some users think it looks like a great start and appreciate the design elements."

  • "One comment highlighted interest in the project despite concerns."

  • "Another expressed excitement for the unique approach of the exploded arrow cluster."

Negative (3)

  • "Numerous users criticized the use of Kickstarter, labeling it as unorthodox for the community."

  • "Concerns were raised about the prototype's design quality and elements not matching the 'seamless' claim."

  • "Some comments pointed out that the marketing and website professionalism could be improved."

Suggestions (3)

  • Consider waiting to launch the IC until the design is fully finalized and represents the intended quality.

  • It was recommended to seek constructive feedback in more focused forums like 'Making Stuff Together'.

  • Users suggested explaining the design's elegant sound more clearly and showing internal details of the prototype.

Questions (2)

  • What specific design features contribute to the 'elegant' sound claim?

  • Clarification was requested regarding the seamlessness of the case design and overall project intentions.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread had a high volume of negative feedback primarily focused on the Kickstarter approach and design issues, but there was also notable positive sentiment regarding some design aspects. Despite a variety of comments, the project shows moderate interest due to mixed feedback.

Project Specs

Name
Noble by Twobit
Release year
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Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
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Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
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Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
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Mount Style
Top-Mount
Case Colors
E-White, Anodized Black
Case Material
6061 Aluminum
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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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 passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
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QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
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N-Key Rollover
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Rapid Trigger
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Screw-in Stabilizers
Yes
Sound Dampening
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Backlight
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