Comments on Profile Post by Lyander

  1. Riotvan
    Riotvan
    Went tkl a while ago and it’s much better for ergonomics.
    May 30, 2021
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  2. Lyander
    Lyander
    Yup, I've a tiny desk (no live concerts sadly) and the 65% form is far more comfortable. My main gripe is that I've long grown accustomed to using the numpad for numbers and also often use the em-dash alt code.

    On a more disappointing note: three of the keycaps that I've found so far fly off if I don't press them carefully enough. Bit of a shock when a couple flew off during work, and rather irked given the price.
    May 30, 2021
  3. Riotvan
    Riotvan
    Damn that sucks. Warranty time… those go for at least 100 right?
    I use some sort Chinese low profile mechanical knockoff. Works fine but needs a cleaning now and then. I’m by no means a connoisseur haha.
    May 30, 2021
  4. Lyander
    Lyander
    I've been using membrane keyboards for probably a solid decade now other than the times I've tried mechs at shops over the last couple years or so, far from a connoisseur! I'm looking into getting an RMA but apparently stocks are low so I might have to settle for blue switches or get a refund and try elsewhere.

    And yup, it cost $105 including shipping and for that price I'm less reserved about complaining.
    May 30, 2021
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  5. Riotvan
    Riotvan
    Yeah man, get a refund if rma is going to be difficult. It’s essentially doa.
    May 30, 2021
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  6. Lyander
    Lyander
    Refund in the works and I'm planning on perhaps getting Browns next; feel like the tactile might suit my preferences a bit more, though I certainly enjoyed the Reds... when I wasn't having to worry about them flying off.
    May 30, 2021
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  7. Cellist88
    Cellist88
    Just don't go into the world of customs.....its a slippery slope Lol
    May 30, 2021
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  8. philipmorgan
    philipmorgan
    It's just one data point, but I've liked the Anne Pro 2. Learning curve for various function keys like PgUp/Dn was annoying, but no moreso than learning Apple's multitouch voodoo for example.
    May 30, 2021
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  9. Cspirou
    Cspirou
    If you miss the numpad you can always get a separate one. That's what I plan on doing.

    The best you can do for under $100 is probably AKKO
    May 30, 2021
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  10. Lyander
    Lyander
    Hah, customs are for after I get done with fountain pens, probably.

    The Anne Pro and Akko 3608 look intriguing! Would be nice to save a bit, thanks for the tip. Still really new to keyboards so it's like I'm learning of a new brand every few seconds.
    May 30, 2021
  11. philipmorgan
    philipmorgan
    I get the best typing accuracy from a Keychron K2 with default keycaps, but aesthetically I just like the Anne Pro 2 with this cheap-o set of DSA profile carbon-ish keycaps I got from Amazon https://i.imgur.com/E44vqSf.jpg
    May 30, 2021
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  12. Priidik
    Priidik
    I got one of those Ducky keyboards. I got it for all the hype. A CoolerMaster can be had for much less and is about the same thing (sturdy, heavy brick).
    May 30, 2021
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  13. Lyander
    Lyander
    The Keychron has been on my list but I'd rather not have to deal with batteries nor need BT, though quality of life things are always nice to have. And yep,, bought into the hype too and while I expected some deck flex the caps flying off was a severe irritant.
    May 30, 2021
  14. philipmorgan
    philipmorgan
    > The Keychron has been on my list but I'd rather not have to deal with batteries nor need BT

    It also plugs in via USB cable :) Not trying to sell you on it, but it does function like a regular wired kbd when plugged in.
    May 31, 2021
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  15. Lyander
    Lyander
    @philipmorgan spaced on this, sorry! And yeah the option to go wireless is a nice-to-have but given my luck with batteries I'm doing my utmost to avoid them as best I can; it just feels to me like a more overt way to shorten an appliance's lifespan, giving it a built-in battery.
    Jun 4, 2021
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