CIDOO ABM066 Barebones Kit
VIA-programmable Hot Swappable Wired/Wireless Mechanical Keyboard Kit
- Alice-layout for ergonomic comfort
- VIA-programmable & TFT-LCD screen for unparalleled customization
- Hot-swappable PCB
- Rotary knob for easy control
- Multiple connectivity options: Bluetooth, 2.4Ghz, and Type-C
CIDOO ABM066 Barebones Kit
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Feaftures
VIA-programmable Hot Swappable Wired/Wireless Mechanical Keyboard Kit
- Alice-layout for ergonomic comfort
- VIA-programmable & TFT-LCD screen for unparalleled customization
- Hot-swappable PCB
- Rotary knob for easy control
- Multiple connectivity options: Bluetooth, 2.4Ghz, and Type-C
The Unconventional Alice Layout
Step into a new dimension of typing comfort with the ergonomic Alice layout. The CIDOO ABM066 offers a uniquely contoured design that aligns with the natural positioning of your hands for enhanced ergonomics. The Alice layout offers a groundbreaking shift from traditional keyboard designs by providing a contoured, split layout that dramatically reduces the stress on your wrists and fingers. The shape is engineered to follow the natural curve of your hands as they rest on the keyboard, offering an intuitive and comfortable typing experience.
VIA-Programmable: Your Keyboard, Your Rules
Complementing its ergonomic design, the CIDOO ABM066 also boasts a robust VIA-programmable feature. This open-source software offers an intuitive interface for real-time customization without requiring any coding skills. From key remapping and layer configurations to RGB customization and macro creation, VIA turns your keyboard into a highly personalized device.
Triple Modes: Type-C Wired, Bluetooth 5.0 & 2.4GHz Available
The CIDOO ABM066 supports connection via Bluetooth or 2.4GHz for wireless connectivity, or with the included Type-C USB cable. With Bluetooth 5.0, it easily connects seamlessly with your devices within 10 meters. Equipped with an 8000mAh battery, the keyboard is also easily switched among the three modes for efficient multitasking and speedy performance.
South-facing LED RGB Backlight & Custom Silent Blue Switches
The CIDOO ABM066 features south-facing LED RGB backlights with different light effects. This is also perfect with the custom CIDOO Silent Blue switches which includes LED slot to fit the amazing RGB lights. What’s more, the switches are pre-lubed to increase the smooth sense. With the operating force of 37g and bottom force 45g, the linear switches are perfect on the keyboard to be easily pressed and shine-through.
Gasket mounted with Flex-cut PC Mounting Plate
The CIDOO ABM066 goes above and beyond by incorporating a gasket-mounted mechanism with a flex-cut PC (Polycarbonate) mounting plate. The ABM066 utilizes foam gaskets to cushion the interaction between the plate and the PCB. The result is a softer bottom-out and top-out feel, which reduces typing fatigue and offers a ‘bouncier’ experience compared to traditional tray or top mounts. With the flex-cut PC mounting plate, the keyboard enhances these inherent qualities by adding strategically-placed cuts to allow the plate to flex more when keys are pressed. This results in a feel that many describe as 'cloud-like' or 'cushioned,' providing not just a tactile but almost a 'floating' typing experience.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
- 1 * Keyboard Kit
- 1 * USB Cable
- 1 * 2.4G Receiver
- 1 * Instructional Manual
Customer Reviews
The ABM066 def punches above its price point. For $60 you get a rotary encoder, LCD screen, barebones kit with stabs included. All you really need are switches and keycaps. I was curious about the Alice layout and saw this as a safe way to dip my toes into the layout. Really happy that I did! Outta the box the board sounds pretty solid, but I would still recommend pulling the stabs and balancing any wires that need it and lubing your wires and housings. After I did this and added switches and keycaps it sounded fantastic. The software for the LCD is kinda clunky and I still haven’t figured that out, but the typing feel of the board is great and I really like the Alice Layout. All in all def gets a thumbs up from me.
I’m really impressed with the quality of the product for the price. Like the other review mentions the software for custom Images on the LCD is flagged by windows but that is not because it IS malware. The developer just did not register the app with Microsoft to verify it.
This board required just the right amount of tinkering for setup to be fun and rewarding.
I love everything about it except for two things, the case is clip in, that makes it a bit hard to open it without damaging, and the second is that the software to change the lcd flags as malware.
Apart from that I’m very happy with the purchase!
Also for a future design, adding a windows key on the right of the CTRL key would make it perfect!