Introducing the early prototype of Zeno, a 60% ergonomic keyboard named after the Greek philosopher. It features innovative mounting techniques and a flatter tilt for a softer typing feel. The prototype also boasts internal brass sheets, unique design adjustments, and customizable layout options.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (4)
"Community is excited for the project and appreciates the design."
"Users are impressed with the practical approach rather than sacrificing experience for aesthetics."
"Many commend the clean look of the board and the innovative mounting methods."
"Overall sentiment is enthusiastic with multiple users expressing strong interest."
Negative (4)
"Concerns about the bottom row design and key layout."
"Some users worry that the project might not materialize or be delayed."
"A few comments indicate the 1.25u mods on the bottom row are not well-received."
"The anodizing finish has received criticism for its reflectiveness."
Suggestions (3)
Consider a split left shift option for better usability.
Suggestions to soften the curve of the keyboard sides for aesthetics.
Potential feedback about adding more keys for usability.
Questions (2)
Clarifications on weight and availability of the final product.
Users question if certain finishing options will be available.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread consists of 60 unique replies, with an overwhelmingly positive sentiment towards the project. There are a few constructive criticisms and suggestions, but overall excitement and engagement from the community indicate a high interest level.
Project Specs
- Name
- Zeno
- Switch Options
- MX only
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- -
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- Flatter tilt, split
- Connection
- -
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Burger mounted, Gummy mounted
- Case Colors
- Black, Anodized
- Case Material
- Aluminium 5052, POM
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- 18.746 mm front height
- Weight
- 1365g
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- -
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- -
- USB-C
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
- Yes
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -