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One can't "AI" without a "keylogger" and can't sell a new keyboard without "AI" - so we'll soon find "keyloggers" (real or imaginary) in every mass-produced keyboard. Like "FULL NKRO" before and "hall effect switches" and "8K" today.

Also that guy is dumb as a cork - keypress statistics isn't a ...

It seems in recent years their latest rubber-domes are going down in tactility/quality with the newer boards. I tried a HHKB Pro 2 and wished my Classic and Hybrid were as good. Now I hear from this guy, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tV-IcvLOvh0 , that the latest Realforces now have keyloggers in ...

After a year since Input Club's last update...I am calling it quits. I'm not holding my breath. It's a shame because this was a cool idea..Even without the Silo's, it still was promising. And I had hope the Silos could come about after the board. But I am afraid this project has now turned to ...

Just wanted to ask any HHKB enthusiasts what are your thoughts on this?

Personally, HHKB without Topre is a pretty hard sell for me, especially with linear switches instead of tactile. Hot-swappable doesn't make up for that. Some of the other features on it like the track-pad and the gesture pads ...

I've found the stiffer you go, the higher the tactility. I've tried 45g and 55g. And the keyboard you get can make a difference. My HHKB Hybrid at 45g feels a little less tactile than my Real-force at 45g. But if you're like me and like em' like that, go 45 (that's why I did). 30g sounded too linear ...

Edit: forgot the link.


I recommend staying away from Keyclack. I ordered a pack of domes from them last November. The order's status on the web site is still listed as "Your order is confirmed. You’ll receive an email when your order is ready." Looking at r/mk, I am not the only one having ...

Today's endgame will be yet another dull item on yesteryear's checklist. When you hit it, don't be surprised when that suddenly changes to not-anymore because now you've got a whole new obsession to quest for! It never ends!!! :lol:

I thought Model M would be mine...then Model F...then HHKB...then ...

The Pro 1 really isn’t much different, the only advantage being the slimmer profile (slightly) and very stiff domes.
I have a 2012 pro 2 that has stiff domes as well, so you might as well buy a cheap pro 2 while you still can. £80 brand new is an incredible deal when you consider Chyrosrans ...

Wrong bloody direction.

Yeah, I’m tempted to pull a Wobbly and stock up on Pro 2s while they can still be had for new. Any tips on sourcing more white ones will be well received. :lol:

I like that PFU is trying. I just don’t like what they’re trying. Gimme OG classics!



At first I was just ...

That is AWESOME news!!! Now if I just hadn't blown my budget on the Apex Pro...

Just to be clear, that is still not going to stop me for buying it.

That is AWESOME news!!! Now if I just hadn't blown my budget on the Apex Pro...

Where did you get that dust cover? That thing looks sweet!!!

I don't know how well you can tell from these pictures but the key-caps on my HHKB classic seem to sit slightly crooked.

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I have tried to swap them out with other key-caps and they sit exactly the same crooked way.

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Whatever is going on seems to be a problem ...

Update: I have been able to get my hands on an Apex Pro and a K100. (In fact I am typing this on the K100 since I am still using it on a "test run").

I am reaching the end of my try-out and I believe I have found a winner! And it is (Cue drum beat)......Apex Pro!!!

The K100 has way better build ...

They might as well, now it's becoming so easy.

But then the big question: internal battery or new case design for a bunch of AAs? :o


That's a good point. They did not design the case to take a battery. There's some design work that needs to be done here.


As long as they don't mess with ...

The type of microphone is also important. It was a Hyper X headset somebody left on the desk to pick up everybody speaking in the room. It was in an open office. Just desks, no cubes or walls.

Though, that particular headset was damn good. I swear it could pick up a mouse breathing! I went and got ...

wobbled wrote: 13 Mar 2023, 23:46 HHKB
Job Done

nuff' said.

I learned not to bring my Model M when a microphone picked it up during a big Teams meeting. They said it sounded like a machine gun going off... Plus my coworkers were so pissed with the noise.

I am planning on getting the BKE ultra light Topre dome replacements to swap out on my Realforce. They sound like they are in the sweet spot between the tactility of the 55g Topre and the lightness of the 45g.

But before I do, has anyone tried these or other types of domes you can replace with ...

The gray doesn't look quite as (for lack of a better word) corny as the off-white/beige you see with so many retro keyboards. That color is a good middle ground between slick and retro.Gotta' love that IBM badge in the top right-hand corner too!

CONGRATUALTIONS!!!

That collection is BAD ASS!!!


The snow blanks look incredible on a black hhkb if that tempts you at all


You better believe my temptation is through the roof at that thought! :shock:
In fact I've thought about buying the blank snow key-caps and then seeing about doing a custom dye-sub job ...

It sounds like I'm going for the Deskeys thins. I am shooting for quiet but no affect on tactility. :ugeek:


Incidentally: while digging up that link, I found this:

https://fujitsuscannerstore.com/CG01000-307201/

Is this “Snow” model news? Does it deserve a separate thread? And can anyone guess ...

I am leaning towards picking up the Apex Pro myself.

It makes sense the alphanumeric keys would be the only part that would have hall effect. Not just because it cuts down on cost, but that is also the only section most people might want to adjust. The other keys are not typed as frequently during ...

I've always heard that measuring lifetime by key-press wasn't 100% accurate. Especially given all of the other things that can break before then. Sometimes it sounds like a marketing gimmick they can slap on the box like "50 million key-presses" or "1.5x faster actuation".

When it comes to a ...

What silencing rings for Topre would you recommend? It's for a little project that I have coming up with my Realforce.
I've heard good things about Deskeys but I'm not sure which ones to get. Really I just want something that will come close or possibly exceed the quietness of silent Topre switches.

That's THE most important thing that intrigues me about these boards. The smootheness...😋
That is the only feature that linear will probably always top off clicky/tactile switches for me.

The one thing about the Apex Pro that blows is not all of the switches are contactless. :? Although I still ...

That's THE most important thing that intrigues me about these boards. The smootheness...😋
That is the only feature that linear will probably always top off clicky/tactile switches for me.

The one thing about the Apex Pro that blows is not all of the switches are contactless. :? Although I still ...

I could compare all the switches and keyboards you list, but that'd take a very long while and I don't type that fast. If you have anything specific, please ask and I'll try to answer.


So, it sounds like you would rate them below Topre, but above Matais/Buckling Springs, etc. ?


TL;DR
Best ...

I tried two such boards at Best Buy they had out for display. One was a Steel Series Apex Pro and the other was a Corsair K100. They felt pretty good and I am interested in other boards like the Wooting Two. I am still holding out for the Keystone.

Anyways, I just wanted to get your expert opinions ...

What is "MX form"? Form factor of the switch? MX keycaps? Compatibility with PCBs? ...with plates?


All of the above.


Remember that silo modules aren’t switches. As I recall, they’re a tactile mechanism that sits on top of an external sensor. Just like buckling spring! But not at all like MX ...

You know, like how Input Club wanted to make the Beam-springs into one with the Silo switches? Or how Alps were made into one with the Clickez?

I wonder if it could be possible to replicate something like the Model F or Model M feel in that? 🤔
I think It would be soooooo cool! It might even be ...