FAQ: The Model 01: an heirloom-grade keyboard for serious typists
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Where does Keyboardio ship? How much does shipping cost?

Source code ships everywhere.

We’ve set the screwdriver tier to only ship to the United States, because international shipping averaged out around $20 - almost as much as the base tier itself! If you want an internationally-delivered screwdriver, message us here on Kickstarter and we can tell you how much to add to the base price for international shipping.

The Model 01 ships free to the United States. Shipping costs outside of the United States are based on our actual cost rounded to the nearest $5. Our primary shipping partner ships almost, but not quite, everywhere in the world. If you want a keyboard and you live in a country outside of those listed on the tier, message us here on Kickstarter. We can tell you how much to add to the base price to ship to your country (or explain why we can’t ship to your country if we can’t do so).

Please note that you may be responsible for duties, fees & taxes applicable to your region.

Last updated: June 15, 2015 11:46

Can I get additional sets of keycaps? Can I get blank keycaps on my Model 01?

Yes!

After the campaign ends, we’ll send you a backer survey asking whether you’d prefer QWERTY legends or no legends on your keys. We’ll also try to figure out a way to offer standard sets for non-QWERTY layouts or fully custom legends.

After the campaign ends, you’ll be able to buy additional keycap sets, too. At the very least, we plan to offer QWERTY, blank and “blank with a glowing dot in the middle” See above for comments about other key legends.

Additional sets of keycaps will come with a key-puller.

Last updated: June 15, 2015 11:36

Is there a higher-resolution version of the campaign video?

Of course there is! You can download it at http://bit.ly/1LbXSuX

The video was shot for us by the wonderful Afonso Salcedo of Sutro Studios ( http://sutrostudios.com ) He was a pleasure to work with and did a masterful job guiding us through our first Kickstarter video.

Last updated: June 15, 2015 11:09

Does the Model 01 support other key layouts? How do I type ø?

Yes, though we haven’t yet designed any of the European key layouts. As Americans, we know that we don’t understand the nuances of European keyboard layouts like you do. Before we ship, we’ll be asking for your advice about how we should set up our ‘default’ European key layouts. We suspect that we’d replace the right Control key with AltGr, but even that could be wrong.

Last updated: June 16, 2015 09:21

Will the Model 01 cure my RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury)?

No keyboard will cure RSI and no keyboard manufacturer in their right mind should claim it will without peer-reviewed double-blind studies.

If your hands hurt, stop typing and talk to a doctor.

No matter what keyboard you use, you should make sure you have a comfortable working environment, take frequent breaks, and stretch regularly.

Last updated: June 16, 2015 09:58

Shipping Updates
For the most up-to-date information about the status of our project, check our project updates on Kickstarter!

Current Estimated Shipping Date: July 2017

Last Updated At: 06/28/17 | See Kickstarter Update
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