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00:00:00 – 00:12:42
The video introduces a new top-secret product from Angry Meow, known for their Cyberboard, focusing on its unique features and build quality. The keyboard is highlighted for its ergonomic Alice layout, see-through keycaps for RGB lighting, and support for both wireless Qi charging and USB Type-C. Notably, it features a world-first three-way adjustable leaf spring system for varying levels of firmness, which some users may find cumbersome to adjust due to its complexity. The presenter conducts a typing test, achieving a notable speed and accuracy, and explores the customization options for RGB effects, aided by an app. The video stresses the importance of carefully following the user manual to avoid damage, mentioning that some instructions are in simplified Chinese, necessitating assistance from colleagues like Andy.
Building and customizing the keyboard is discussed in detail, including the hot-swapping of switches, which involves a delicate process suitable only for enthusiasts. The presenter appreciates the quality materials and design but notes the high price point of nearly $600, which may not appeal to everyone. Alternative, more affordable options such as Kikron's Q8 are suggested for those who admire the Alice layout but seek cost-effective solutions. Despite personal reservations about the product's complexity and price, the unique design and premium build could attract a niche market of keyboard enthusiasts.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, the presenter introduces a new top-secret product from Angry Meow, known for their Cyberboard. The product comes in a unique carrying case with detailed user manual and disassembly instructions. Key features include a world-first three-way adjustable leaf spring system and comes with a custom tool. The package also contains extra mounting hardware and additional rubber pads for the keyboard feet.
The keyboard, which is ergonomic with an Alice layout, is notable for its unique design, including see-through keycaps for RGB lighting. It supports wireless Qi charging and wired USB Type-C. The build quality is discussed, mentioning it comes in four colors: Dark Knight, Velocity, VF19, and Ranger. The presenter also highlights the wrist rests, made from soft memory foam, which are adjustable and slide easily on the desk. The product is assembled and has a hotswap functionality for the switches.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker explores a highly flexible keyboard with three levels of firmness, highlighting its unique design and adjustability. The speaker notes the impressive flexibility and initial aesthetic appeal of the keyboard. They also conduct a typing test on the ALICE layout, achieving 78 words per minute with 91% accuracy, and comment on the unique key angles and glass build. Additionally, the video includes a sponsor message from Light Gaming, promoting their PC builds and Black Friday sale. The speaker then mentions plans to adjust the keyboard’s flex settings and expresses curiosity about its internal build, noting the importance of following instructions due to the PCB’s fragility.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the process of assembling and customizing a keyboard. They highlight the importance of following the manual carefully to avoid damage and mention that some instructions are in simplified Chinese, so assistance from a colleague named Andy is sought. The video explains how to change RGB lighting effects using a combination of keys and mentions an app from Angry Meow for further customization. They describe weighing the keyboard, noting it is lighter than expected (about 2.2 kilos), and proceed to show the removal of parts for hot-swapping without needing ribbon cables. The speaker appreciates the inclusion of extra ribbon cables but notes the difficulty and potential damage involved in the process, advising that it may not be suitable for non-enthusiasts due to its complexity.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the mechanics and adjustments of leaf spring mounting in a keyboard. They explain that the leaf springs provide flexibility, which some users prefer while others do not. The process involves adjusting rubber stoppers and screws to change the degree of flex. The speaker finds the adjustment process cumbersome and the highest flexibility setting too loose for their preference. They appreciate the quality materials and unique design but express that it may not suit everyone due to the high price and specific functionality. They conclude by noting that, despite their personal reservations, it could be appealing to those who favor premium products and unique keyboard layouts.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker explains that they only recently received the keyboard and apologizes for not getting it earlier. They express a personal desire for the keyboard but would not purchase it due to its high cost of nearly $600. Instead, they suggest alternatives like Kikron’s Q8, which is a more affordable version of the Alice layout they recommend. The segment concludes by mentioning another keyboard, the Promise 87, which has a similar price, and encourages viewers to decide which one they prefer.