CIDOO ABM066 Review: Hot Swappable Wired/Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

In a world where technology meets aesthetics, the allure of keyboards transcends gender stereotypes. Just as girls appreciate the finesse of cosmetics, boys find fascination in the intricate design and functionality of keyboards. As an enthusiast of both realms, I am delighted to introduce the ABM066 wireless three-mode keyboard from CIDOO, courtesy of EPOMAKER, a stunning addition to my collection. This keyboard, adorned with the coveted Alice layout, merges ergonomic comfort with stylish appeal, promising a typing experience like no other.

The CIDOO ABM066 goes beyond the ordinary, offering three connectivity options – wired, 2.4G wireless, and Bluetooth 5.0, ensuring seamless integration into any setup. From casual browsing to intense gaming sessions, this keyboard adapts effortlessly to diverse usage scenarios. As I delve into its sleek design, responsive keys, and versatile connectivity, I am left thoroughly impressed by its performance and versatility. Join me as I delve deeper into the realm of the CIDOO ABM066, where functionality meets elegance in perfect harmony.

Unboxing

The packaging box of CIDOO ABM066 boasts a personalized and trendy design that immediately catches the eye. When you open the box, you’ll find the keyboard nestled inside alongside essentials like the A to C USB cable, a 2.4G receiver, a convenient two-in-one cap & shaft puller, and an informative instruction manual.

Design

The CIDOO ABM066 keyboard boasts a sleek and ergonomic design that prioritizes both comfort and functionality. Its contoured shape aligns perfectly with the natural positioning of your hands, reducing strain and fatigue during extended typing sessions. The split layout of the Alice keyboard design further enhances comfort by minimizing stress on the wrists and fingers, making it an ideal choice for users who prioritize ergonomic support.

Constructed from durable PBT material, the keycaps of the CIDOO ABM066 are built to withstand the test of time. The dye-sublimation process ensures that the legends on the keycaps remain clear and vibrant even after prolonged use, maintaining both aesthetic appeal and functionality. 

The CIDOO ABM066 has customizable RGB lighting, which adds a touch of flair to any workspace. The keyboard offers a variety of lighting effects and color options, allowing users to personalize their typing experience to suit their preferences. The inclusion of south-facing LED RGB backlights further enhances the visual appeal of the keyboard, creating an immersive typing environment.

The keyboard also features CIDOO Silent Blue switches, which are designed to provide a smooth and responsive typing experience. These switches are pre-lubricated for added smoothness and feature a relatively light operating force, making them easy to press and comfortable to use for extended periods.

In terms of construction, The CIDOO ABM066 keyboard boasts a gasket-mounted mechanism paired with a flex-cut PC mounting plate, delivering a typing experience often likened to floating on clouds or resting on cushions. This unique setup is further augmented by foam gaskets, which alleviate typing fatigue and provide a softer sensation upon both key press and release. Utilizing a Gasket structure, the keyboard incorporates poron sandwich cotton and poron bottom cotton beneath the IXPE shaft, optimizing the internal space to minimize sound and vibration. This results in a purer sound, a softer and more elastic feel, and enhanced overall comfort. 

Additionally, the CIDOO ABM066 features adjustable foot support with three height options, allowing users to customize the keyboard to their preferred typing angle. The keyboard also includes a hidden compartment for wireless connector storage, adding to its compact and streamlined design.

Overall, the CIDOO ABM066 combines ergonomic design, durable construction, customizable RGB lighting, and smooth typing performance to offer a premium typing experience for users seeking both comfort and style.

Features

Customizable Color Screen: 

The CIDOO ABM066 keyboard boasts a 1.14-inch color screen that allows users to customize color GIF animations, adding a personalized touch to their keyboard experience.

Users can set their favorite animations to display on the screen, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and providing a source of joy with every glance.

Multimedia Knob: 

This keyboard features a multimedia knob that facilitates efficient and quick adjustments for volume control, play/pause, and other multimedia functions. This knob streamlines operations that would otherwise require navigating through mouse controls or keyboard shortcuts, offering convenience and ease of use. Additionally, users have the flexibility to customize the knob’s functions via VIA software, enabling tailored usage to suit individual preferences.

Versatile Connectivity: 

The CIDOO ABM066 supports multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless, and Type-C USB cable. With Bluetooth 5.0, seamless connections within a 10-meter range are achieved, ensuring hassle-free compatibility with various devices.

Cross-Platform Compatibility: 

Compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android systems, this keyboard offers versatility in usage across different platforms. Users can effortlessly switch between built-in layouts using shortcut keys, adapting to different operating systems with ease.

Full-Key Rollover: 

The keyboard features full-key rollover functionality, allowing users to press multiple keys simultaneously without experiencing input conflicts. This feature is particularly beneficial for tasks such as programming and gaming, where complex key combinations are common, ensuring smooth and accurate input without interruptions.

Long-lasting Battery: 

Equipped with a powerful 3000mAh battery, the CIDOO ABM066 keyboard offers long-lasting performance, reducing concerns about battery life during extended use. Additionally, the keyboard supports fast charging, enabling quick replenishment of battery power for uninterrupted usage.

Hands-On Experience

After trying it for a period of time, my impression of the CIDOO ABM066 is that it feels comfortable in the hand, saves space on the desktop, and has a pleasant sound. First of all, the shaft used internally is the IXPE shaft, which has a straight up and down linear feel comes with factory lubrication, and rebounds quickly. 

In my opinion, the biggest highlight of the CIDOO ABM066 mechanical keyboard is its full-key hot-swappable function. This feature enhances the typing experience by providing flexibility and customization options, making it suitable for a wide range of users. Additionally, the keyboard’s compatibility with 99% of three-pin/five-pin switches on the market offers users more freedom and versatility in selecting the perfect switch for their typing style.

Furthermore, the inclusion of a key puller with the ABM066 keyboard is a valuable addition for keyboard enthusiasts. This tool simplifies the process of replacing shafts, making it easier and more convenient without risking damage to the keyboard.

The keycaps are made of PBT material and have the original height. The center is slightly concave and fits the fingertips when pressed. The material is gentle and not easy to slip and produce oil. The height is also very comfortable. Because of the multi-layer silencing structure in the keyboard kit, the cavity sound of the keyboard is well suppressed, and is replaced by a pleasant mahjong sound, which is particularly exciting when typing!

CIDOO ABM066 adopts a full-key rollover design. Multiple key combinations can be used at the same time during work to improve work efficiency. It is even more powerful when gaming and skills can be issued quickly, especially in some competitive games that require four or five keys to be pressed at the same time, or back and forth. Switch, only full key without collision can defeat the opponent in one fell swoop.

Conclusion