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Kei 軽 (IC)

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The Kei 軽 (IC) is a 60% keyboard with a seamless, gasket mount design. It features HHKB and standard layouts, with options for USB C and custom feet. Editions include the Standard and SE, with prices starting at SGD 590. Optional extras include PCBs and assembly kits. Sale starts mid-April.

Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 56%
Neutral – 35%
Negative – 8%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Many users express excitement and interest in the design."

  • "Several comments compliment the aesthetics of the keyboard."

  • "Users appreciate the seamless design and optional stainless steel bottom."

  • "Interest in the group buy is indicated by numerous users voicing intentions to participate."

  • "Positive remarks about the potential practicality of the board for travel/work."

Negative (3)

  • "A few users express dissatisfaction with the HHKB layout or 60% size."

  • "Concerns were raised about the high price of the special edition."

  • "A couple of users question the availability of certain layouts."

Suggestions (3)

  • Request for a TKL layout and winkey variant.

  • User asks for the inclusion of polycarbonate case options.

  • Suggestions made for photos and typing tests before the GB.

Questions (3)

  • Inquiries regarding the price range and layout options.

  • Questions about vendor availability and group buy participation for users outside of certain regions.

  • Clarifications requested about delivery dates and special edition limitations.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread consists of 94 comments with an engaged community. The positive sentiment is significantly higher than negative feedback, leading to a high overall interest level. Duplicates were managed, and comments revealing similar sentiments were consolidated.

Project Specs

Name
Kei 軽 (IC)
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
60%
Layout Standard
HHKB + Standard Layout
Layout Ergonomics
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Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
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Mount Style
Gasket mount
Case Colors
Silver top, red bottom; Silver top, navy blue bottom; Silver top, stainless steel bottom
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
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Weight
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Hot Swappable
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Knob Support
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Display Support
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Mac/Win Support
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Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
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QMK Support
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VIA Support
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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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