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humble40 12.5u WKL 40% (GB) by joedinkle · Posted 17 Jun 2022
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The humble40, a 40% keyboard by Eye Oh Designs, launches its group buy on June 17, aiming for 75 units. Featuring an RP2040 running Vial firmware, CNC construction, and customizable materials, it balances simplicity and style with enhanced functionality for an enjoyable typing experience.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive56%
Neutral28%
Negative17%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–56%•Neutral–28%•Negative–17%
Positive (5)
"Excitement expressed with multiple 'yes' comments."
"Described the board as neat and a good package for under $200."
"Affordability of the keyboard praised."
"Compliments on the board's aesthetics."
"Looking forward to the group buy."
Negative (3)
"Concerns about the price being too high for a one-piece case."
"Worries about the sharp corners potentially causing injury."
"Questions about the stability and issues with thin plates."
Suggestions (3)
Consider rounding the corners for safety.
Explore an option for hotswap PCBs.
Possible plate material options should be clarified.
Questions (3)
Are there plans for ISO Enter?
Is there a way to follow for updates via Discord?
Can flex cuts be added on the plate?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread contains 21 comments with a distinct positive sentiment. Most feedback is enthusiastic, emphasizing support for the project. Some concerns about cost and design details were noted, but overall engagement indicates strong interest.
Project Specs
- Name
- humble40
- Release year
- 2022
- Switch Options
- MX style
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 40%
- Layout Standard
- 12.5u WKL
- Layout Ergonomics
- 5.5 degree typing angle
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Bottom mount
- Case Colors
- -
- Case Material
- Anodized aluminum, Polycarbonate
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- No
- Knob Support
- No
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- No
- USB passthrough
- No
- Hall Effect Support
- No
- QMK Support
- No
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- Yes
- Backlight
- Yes
