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ZT x AE Evening (IC)

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The ZT x AE Evening (IC) offers a 65% symmetrical design with unique features like a rotary encoder and macro column for a balanced feel. With a 6-degree typing angle and multiple customization options, it aims for a price around $650. The keyboard supports VIAL and QMK and targets a late Aug-September release.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 33%
Neutral – 28%
Negative – 39%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (3)

  • "Users appreciate the design and mention they are excited for the project."

  • "Commenters express enjoyment of specific design features like the IOS settings toggles and beautiful board aesthetics."

  • "Interest in the ISO option and the overall unique layout is noted."

Negative (3)

  • "Concerns about the asymmetrical design causing aesthetic discomfort."

  • "Desire for additional knobs and alignment adjustments on the keyboard layout."

  • "Some wish the macro keys were positioned differently or removed."

Suggestions (2)

  • Adding an extra knob or key in place of the existing design elements.

  • Adjusting layout to make it more symmetrical or modifying the macro key placement.

Questions (2)

  • Clarification on the possibility of using a key in place of the knob is requested.

  • Inquiries about the option for an ISO layout.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has 18 comments with a mix of positive and negative sentiments. The overall interest level is medium due to diverse opinions and suggestions for improvement.

Project Specs

Name
ZT x AE Evening
Release year
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Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
6 deg typing angle
Connection
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Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Isolation Gaskets with Squish Mounting Mechanism
Case Colors
4 color options (TBD)
Case Material
Stainless Steel PVD, Aluminum
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
Yes
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
Yes
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
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