I have had both, but prefer the HHKB. The layout makes it for me.
What are you talking about? There's a control key, right next to the A key. There's no dedicated caps lock key, though.
Standard layout from a Realforce will be easier for you if you want to game.
Really?! I was never aware! Still, I'd much prefer it if it had a CTRL key in the normal place and F keys.
Personally the ctrl key at the caps lock position is amazing. Makes it a lot more accessible IMO than normal place on the corner. The f keys are debatable but fn+ number isn't bad either. Anyway hhkb is terrific for me so far, use it for sc2. If not, go for the 86ub however this is variable weight.
lopan advised me to change Capslock into Ctrl using the reg file here: http://johnhaller.com/jh/useful_stuff/disable_caps_lock/
You might remember I have a picture of two Ctrl keys on the 86U I sold.Show Image(http://geekhack.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=23615&d=1312865642)
Of course, this only works if you run Windows. Really, Capslock is the most useless key on the whole keyboard, followed by Scroll Lock, and Pause.
lopan advised me to change Capslock into Ctrl using the reg file here: http://johnhaller.com/jh/useful_stuff/disable_caps_lock/
You might remember I have a picture of two Ctrl keys on the 86U I sold.Show Image(http://geekhack.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=23615&d=1312865642)
Of course, this only works if you run Windows. Really, Capslock is the most useless key on the whole keyboard, followed by Scroll Lock, and Pause.
Your keyboard is truly gorgeous. That's the one I want. I love white/light grey keyboards. ♥ So jelly.
I do like the white Realforce the best. But I have to buy a black one to go with my yellow keycaps because yellow keycaps look best on the black. I may buy another white 87U later, especially if the uniform 45g will be available.
You actually use the F keys in sc2? Maybe I should start using them lol.
Realforce definitely feels more solid than the HHKB. I just think small keyboards can't feel as nice as TKL or fullsized ones.
They're a must in higher leagues. Got to use them for default locations. Especially your main, natural, 3rd and 4th expo.
Personally the ctrl key at the caps lock position is amazing. Makes it a lot more accessible IMO than normal place on the corner. The f keys are debatable but fn+ number isn't bad either. Anyway hhkb is terrific for me so far, use it for sc2. If not, go for the 86ub however this is variable weight.
I agree with this ^^^
The control key where the capslock is make so much sense. After I got used to it on my HHKB, I've not remapped all my other boards for the same.
Also, having both a Realforce 86UB and HHKB Pro 2... I don't see a big build difference. Sure, the HHKB is lighter, but they feel very similar to me. I prefer the HHKB layout in every way except the arrow keys which I use a lot. If there's a HHKB3 one day with dedicated arrow keys, my dreams will have come true.
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Compared to the $579 silent model it's a steal. (http://www.geekstuff4u.com/happy-hacking-keyboard-professional-type-s.html)
Yeah, so does the diagram.
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All you need to know about the HHKB in one pic.
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Your dream has already come true, as long as you can get used to funky JIS layouts. Price isn't even too bad considering the recent EK markups.Show Image(http://www.geekstuff4u.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/H/a/Happy_Hacking_Pro_WH_1.jpg)
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