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
120$ + 10 MORE dollars just to have decent switches put in? Really?
Cooler Master - Masterkeys Pro-S RGB on sale for 99 (With Mail In Rebate, 130USD before) Cherry Reds, Blues or Browns available.
https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-TenKeyless/dp/B01D8ETGNQ
RGB is cancer. Bluetooth 4 has a sub 10ms latency, which does better than some wireless "gaming" peripherals using proprietary radio signals (which are really meant for interference bucking, and not much else).
There's a big build difference between this and say, your overpriced corsair board.
i blew through at least 3 m65’s
I've always wondered what the purpose of RGB or even lighting is...you still need to look at your keyboard to type?
Furthermore, find me another wireless mechanical with build quality not in the 150-200 dollar range that can also boast a 1+ month battery life.
I use a Cooler Master - Masterkeys Pro S RGB (10 Keyless) and it's great, costs the same as this one does at Massdrop "sale" price, and it has RGB, I could buy any caps and have any color back-light I want.
https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-TenKeyless/dp/B01D8ETGNQ
$99 with mail in rebate. (130 before.)