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IRON160 by Smith + Rune
The IRON160 by Smith + Rune is a sleek, customizable mechanical keyboard now featuring a hotswap option. It will be available for purchase on April 30th, 2022, with regional vendor partners. The product offers various materials and customizable options to cater to typists and keyboard enthusiasts.
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17 Mar 2022
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Sentiment Analysis
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Total Votes
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Feedback Items
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Positive Feedback
- Community appreciates the return of the Plum color.
- Users find the design of the keyboard very attractive.
- Excitement about the features such as the hotswap PCB option.
- Good feedback related to the improvements made based on community input.
- Some users expressed eagerness to purchase the keyboard.
Negative Feedback
- Concerns about the high pricing compared to other keyboard options.
- Criticism of design similarities to previous models, lacking unique features.
- Dissatisfaction regarding the use of custom screws and their necessity.
- Apprehension about previous manufacturing issues with other models.
- Frustration over delays in production and group buy fulfillment.
Suggestions
- Consider offering more color options for better customization.
- Interest in additional layout options for PCBs, like 3u 1u 3u space bar support.
- Feedback on providing clearer analysis of optimized plate design.
- Proposal for alternative materials and weights for different price points.
Common Questions
- Will there be ISO plates available?
- Queries regarding the specifics of the hotswap PCB and supported layouts.
- Requests for details on how blockers have been redesigned.
- Inquiry about potential prototype sound tests or reviews.
- Concern regarding if and when the analysis on the optimized plate will be shared.
🤖 AI Summary
The thread contains a high volume of responses (146) with a mix of enthusiastic support and critical feedback primarily focused on pricing and uniqueness. Community engagement indicates high interest, though concerns about costs and previous designs are notable.
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Project Specs
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Specs Listed
Name
IRON160 by Smith + RuneRelease year
2022Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
60%Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, TsanganLayout Ergonomics
7 Degree Typing AngleConnection
USB-CPolling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Gasket MountCase Colors
Black, Plum, RosewaterCase Material
AluminumKeycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
trueKnob Support
falseDisplay Support
falseMac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
falseUSB-C
trueUSB passthrough
falseHall Effect Support
falseQMK Support
trueVIA Support
trueN-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
falseScrew-in Stabilizers
falseSound Dampening
Backlight
false