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Hill40 Keyboard (IC)

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The Hill40 Keyboard by NLandkeys is a compact 40% mechanical keyboard featuring a top mount design, aluminum top with a PC bottom, and hot-swap RGB PCB. With VIA/QMK support and a sleek 7.5° typing angle, the Hill40 offers premium functionality and aesthetics for only $149 USD.

Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 36%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 43%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Comment expressing excitement about the thumb knob feature and the design of the keyboard."

  • "User showing interest in the product if a solder PCB is available."

  • "User appreciates the RGB design on the back of the keyboard."

  • "Request for more details on case colors indicating keen interest."

  • "Comment suggesting improvements and showing interest in the project."

Negative (6)

  • "Concerns expressed about inappropriate content in the promotional video."

  • "User criticizing OP's claim about aluminum keyboards in the market."

  • "Comment stating the promotional video was poorly handled."

  • "Distaste for the video's content indicating insensitivity to mental health."

  • "Frustration about the promotional content not being suitable."

  • "User questioning the pricing of the keyboard."

Suggestions (2)

  • Recommendation for improving the content of promotional videos.

  • Request for more work on colors, layouts, and materials.

Questions (3)

  • Inquiry into availability of case color options.

  • Request for clarification on plate file releases.

  • Question about the possibility of a solder PCB.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains mixed sentiments, with notable negative feedback primarily centered around promotional content. Interest level is medium due to a balance of supportive and critical comments, alongside several inquiries and suggestions.

Project Specs

Name
Hill40 Keyboard
Release year
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Switch Options
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Profile
-
Layout Size
-
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
7.5° Degree Typing Angle
Connection
Wired
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Top Mount
Case Colors
-
Case Material
Aluminum Top & PC Bottom
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
-
Display Support
-
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
-
Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
Yes