What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
However, there are some issues with the case I have received, which seem to possibly be attributed to the shipping method/packaging.
First off, I received my Toyko60 very quickly, and the box seemed to be packed well. So, for starters, things were great. However, when I opened the "Tokyo60" box inside of the larger package, I noticed that the anodized aluminum chassis was not wrapped in any material, and was sitting on rather abrasive paper material (well, abrasive when you're dealing with tons of vibrations during shipping). I would recommend a better material for the separator if this method of display is going to be continued. It could be similar to the Whitefox (which was encased in a soft foam).
Second, when taking the case out of its packaging, I noticed that the "bottom" of the case was attached using only _two_ of the screws, in a diagonal fashion. This, combined with how much vibration is used during shipment, caused the bottom of the case to "chatter" against the underside of the top case, and create very similar (but larger) marks on the interior. These are less problematic, as they are hidden, so I did not photograph them. However, it was disappointing to see that not all of the screws were fashioned, which would have avoided this problem (as well as some slight warping, which is pretty much a non-issue).
I am _very_ pleased with this keyboard, assuming that the packaging problems are addressed (especially for V2 coming soon).
Attached are some images of the front corners of the keyboard (the most visible parts of a keyboard in my opinion) which both have very similar markings. They seem to have come from rubbing against the paper packaging.