Author: Fiona Wiesner
LazyDesigners: 40% Perfection in Simplicity
An interview with Jacky from LazyDesigners, and a review of his 40% keyboard designs, from THE50 to the TK40x.
Getting into the Keyboard Hobby
An intro to custom mechanical keyboards, the parts of a keyboard, and what to buy with your budget.
The Underrated Budget 75%: Chosfox’s CF81 Pro
The Chosfox CF81 Pro keyboard distinguishes itself in the competitive budget barebones keyboard market with features like pre-lubed stabilizers, a brass weight, and tri-mode capability with Via compatibility for $150. Despite some design issues like ping, it offers a premium “plug and play” experience, providing an excellent out-of-box experience without the need for assembly.
Akko Mod007v3 Review: Flexy, Cheap, and Thocky
The Akko Mod007v3 is an affordable 75% aluminum custom keyboard with a brass weight and flex cut PCB. Priced at $100, it markets itself towards newcomers but has some assembly challenges.
The Mismanagement of Meow Key, the Canadian Keyboard Site
Meow Key, a Canadian vendor of budget keyboard products, undermines customer trust by overcharging, breaching privacy, and failing in order fulfillment, risking its reputation in a growing community.
The History Behind the Spyder TKL
It was in 1953 that Porsche forever changed its trajectory within the automobile and racing industry with the release of its 550 Spyder at the annual Paris Motor Show. Although its chassis was smaller than many of its rivals at that time, it proved to be an aerodynamically superior car, with the 550 Spyder scoring…