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Serendipity (IC)

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The Serendipity is a premium 40% keyboard that combines modern design with a functional layout. Featuring a sloping profile, customizable badges and weights, and support for various keycap sets, this keyboard offers both aesthetics and versatility.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 59%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 21%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (8)

  • "Unique layout and lovely colors are appreciated."

  • "Excited about the commitment to symmetry."

  • "Love the design, can't wait for more details."

  • "Amazing color choices and overall design."

  • "Very interested in the project and potential features."

  • "The layout is tempting even for non-40% fans."

  • "Fans love the modern design and flexibility."

  • "Responses indicate eagerness to see more from the project."

Negative (6)

  • "Some comments express disappointment over certain layout features."

  • "Concerns about the inclusion of HHKB-like layouts."

  • "One user dislikes the badge and suggested a switch instead."

  • "Criticism about backspace and delete positioning in the comments."

  • "Not all community members are fans of 40% keyboards."

  • "Mention of functional layout preferences versus aesthetic appeal."

Suggestions (3)

  • Consider splitting the enter key for customization.

  • Explore adding color options for the top frame.

  • Inquire about potential layout options for backspace and delete keys.

Questions (3)

  • Will there be a WK version of the board?

  • Inquiries on pricing estimates and availability.

  • Clarifications requested about PCB support for Alps and MX switches.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread demonstrates vibrant engagement with 29 comments, indicating high interest, especially in the unique layout. Some comments showed duplicative sentiments, particularly around design admiration, which were deduplicated while keeping varying expressions.

Project Specs

Name
Serendipity
Release year
-
Switch Options
MX and Alps support
Profile
-
Layout Size
40%
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
6.5°
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Burger o-ring top mount
Case Colors
TBD
Case Material
6063 Aluminum, 304 stainless steel for weight
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
1.67kg
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
No
USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
-
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
No
Backlight
No