Alter (IC) introduces a streamlined keyboard case with a simple, modern design, aimed to be affordable and available as an in-stock item on kbdfans. The three-piece kit includes anodized aluminum parts and a top-mounted PCB, with a typing angle of 7 degrees. The design aims to lower costs and avoid logistical hurdles.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive46%
Neutral33%
Negative21%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–46%•Neutral–33%•Negative–21%
Positive (4)
"Community members expressed excitement about the design and affordability."
"Multiple users indicated that they would be interested in purchasing the keyboard."
"The aesthetic and concept of the keyboard received positive remarks."
"Overall support for the partnership with KBDfans and the in-stock option."
Negative (3)
"Concerns about the price being too high despite being labeled as affordable."
"Criticism regarding the 'spiky' front edge design and preference for a flat front."
"Skepticism about KBDfans' ability to deliver quality products based on past experiences."
Suggestions (4)
Consider making the front edge flat to align better with user preferences.
Implement international proxy options for better shipping solutions.
Explore the possibility of offering alternative bottom materials.
Request for the production of a smaller logo for aesthetic reasons.
Questions (3)
Queries about the compatibility of the front with the original wrist rest.
Concerns about logistical issues and QC from KBDfans.
Questions regarding the status of the prototype and updates on production.
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a total of 83 comments with significant engagement. Positive feedback significantly outweighs negative, leading to a 'high' interest level. Duplicate comments were deduplicated where necessary.
Project Specs
- Name
- Alter
- Release year
- 2020
- Layout Standard
- Alice
- Connection
- USB
- Mount Style
- Top/Burger mount
- Case Material
- 6063 Aluminum
- Dimensions
- 18.5mm front lip height
- Weight
- -
- Switch Options
- -
- Layout Size
- -
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- No
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -
