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The DBOM (IC)

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The DBOM (IC) keyboard offers a unique layout with a 75%-like structure featuring a numpad, left-aligned Home/End keys for reduced hand travel, and customizable LED backlighting. Designed with the community in mind, this IC seeks feedback to move towards prototyping and production in the EU.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 56%
Neutral – 22%
Negative – 22%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Adoration for the unique design and adaptability."

  • "Excitement for the potential group buy."

  • "Praise for the creative layout concept."

  • "Interest in purchasing if the product is wireless."

  • "Impressed with the innovative design approach."

Negative (2)

  • "Concerns about managing three batteries if the keyboard is wireless."

  • "Suggestions for more spacing between keys and a blocker between the control key and arrow key."

Suggestions (2)

  • Add a blocker between the control key and arrow key.

  • Increase space between number keys and function keys.

Questions (1)

  • Inquiries about case material, plate materials, weight, typing angle, color options, and USB connection.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has 8 total comments with a strong positive sentiment towards the design and potential group buy, indicating high community interest. There are some constructive criticisms and inquiries for further details.

Project Specs

Name
The DBOM (IC)
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
5° typing angle
Connection
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Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
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Mount Style
Sandwich
Case Colors
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Case Material
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Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Hot Swappable
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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
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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
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Sound Dampening
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Backlight
Yes