UM-70 is a cost-effective, 65% layout split keyboard featuring 70 keys, an OLED screen, rotary encoder, and RGB lighting. It is housed in a 3D printed case and requires some assembly. The expected price is £130-£150 with availability starting late March or early April.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (7)
"The layout is exactly what the user was looking for."
"A user filled out the IC form and is keeping an eye on the project."
"The concept and design are well-liked."
"The project offers interesting features for the price."
"Another user finds the keyboard looks wonderful."
"A user appreciates the fun aspect of the project."
"The design is very nice."
Negative (6)
"Concerns about the durability of a 3D printed case."
"Soldering hotswap sockets defeats the purpose for some users."
"Worries about the longevity of a 3D printed keyboard."
"Desire for a more substantial case than what is offered."
"The user prefers open-source files for potential repairs."
"A request for cost implications of a regular solder PCB compared to the current design."
Suggestions (3)
Consider offering more colors beyond those listed.
Look into providing a through hole PCB style next time.
Incorporate an optional aluminum case.
Questions (2)
Will extras be available after the group buy?
What about an ISO layout option?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread shows strong engagement with 16 total comments. Positive sentiment is slightly higher than negative, indicating overall community interest. Suggestions for improvement and questions reflect the community's desire for clarification and enhancements.
Project Specs
- Name
- UM-70 (IC)
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 65%
- Layout Standard
- QWERTY
- Layout Ergonomics
- 3 Degree Typing Angle
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Top Mounted
- Case Colors
- Galaxy Black, Galaxy Purple, Marble Effects, White, Baby Blue, Mint, Pastel Pink
- Case Material
- PLA FDM 3D Printed
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- Left: 170 x 120 x 25mm, Right: 205 x 120 x 25mm
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- Yes
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- Yes