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New Members / Re: Welcome new members!
« Last post by KeyMaze on Thu, 11 December 2025, 01:58:47 »
New member here, excited to learn! :D
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Keyboards / Re: Realforce R4
« Last post by nescio on Thu, 11 December 2025, 01:52:30 »
Quote from: phinix on Wed, 10 December 2025, 18:36:59
Quote from: nescio on Wed, 10 December 2025, 17:24:11
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Quote from: nescio on Wed, 10 December 2025, 11:36:12
That backspace button is way too small. So, it could be the best keyboard in the world, but that alone kills it for me.

PS Why do I need to answer 6 questions for every comment I post?! Also, why are there no mods/admins to OK my topic?

this is just an example of R4, like some specific japanese version. There are standard ANSI ones.
Thank you for the clarification. I think your opening post could just have included that information; e.g. there is a series (you mentioned this word, so that part was clear) of keyboards with different layouts and for example color schemes.

In that case, the only way I would buy such a product, is if they would connect one to my computer for free for evaluation for three months of using it (which translates to probably a year or actual time, which they are never going to accept) to figure out whether or not there is added value. I don't think having a more expensive keyboard would provide much value to me. At the very least being able to physically test it in some store or seeing advanced metrics would be required. 

In a sense, you could say that their marketing engine doesn't work good enough for full market saturation. 

From all the keyboards on the planet, why would you want this one? I think, if I knew why I would want to have that particular keyboard, I would probably have enough knowledge to build my own custom one. In a way not being happy with a keyboard is kind of a curse, no? I mean, at some point a hobby becomes OCD for perfection or an addiction. I know why I bought the mechanical keyboard I currently have (ergonomics for having a mouse in place of the numpad and lower activation force to reduce stress on my wrists), but I have no idea why I should buy a Realforce R4.

What did I answer...

Right, so you are new to mech keebs, I see...  :rolleyes:
I have only been using one for 15 years and did extensive research at the time, which is why I was happy with my purchase for at least 10 years of that. I think you have no idea who you are dealing with here.

All you are showing is that _you_ are new or too lazy to answer (which is understandable, since I am not paying you as my personal consultant, but don't do around saying things you don't know).
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Interest Checks / Re: 【IC】Keycaps C64:Remake - New changes, new designs
« Last post by RyaRowley on Thu, 11 December 2025, 00:33:27 »
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Let me show you a little project that started with a lucky eBay find.

A few months ago I picked up this keyboard, made back in 1982.
Despite its age, it still works flawlessly the moment you plug it in – no dead keys, no weird behavior, just that solid old-school feel.
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always been a fan of the C64 lineup, so I started wondering:
instead of just keeping it as a nostalgic relic, could I give it a fresh look and a few modern touches.

Without changing the original legends, I experimented with adding blue, green, red, and orange as accent colors. The goal was to keep the classic layout and vibe, but make the keycaps feel a bit less monotonous and a lot more lively.
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That’s how this “new C64” look was born.

We also made a product display render so you can get a better idea of how it all comes together on the board.

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Since sustainability is basically a must these days, the packaging is made from biodegradable PS material. It’s designed to protect the keycaps during shipping while keeping the overall footprint as low as possible.

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We produced several sample sets and tried them on different keyboards.
We took a bunch of photos so you can see how the colors play with different cases and layouts – not just in theory, but on real boards.

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Venodr：
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Were they inspired by a particular aesthetic, or do they have some connection to the C64's original palette? Thanks!
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] MASS 80: The 1st and Best Keyboard with Interactive Screen[Major Update]
« Last post by Tommy206 on Thu, 11 December 2025, 00:30:16 »
Anyone build a prototype/sample of it yet with a video?
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Off Topic / Re: What do you think about people who only use an accent for certain words?
« Last post by noisyturtle on Thu, 11 December 2025, 00:03:14 »
Quote from: Sniping on Wed, 10 December 2025, 19:40:36
i think it's more about how you carry yourself. this kind of mannerism can be fairly neutral if you just aren't being pretentious or annoying in general. i've been trying to lean less into people's issues, I find it really hard to get along with people when I do. generally, I feel like if you put anyone under a microscope for long enough, you'll find stuff you don't really jibe with. as in, no one's perfect, but if someone's imperfections are bothering you too much, it's probably not a good sign for you two. if it's a stranger, you probably won't have to face them for very long so just let it pass.

Yeah, I'm the same. Mostly let things roll off like tears in the rain, unless it is someone I see on a near-daily biases I'll make an effort to find a middle ground.
I'm not the type to stuff it down 'cause I know that leads to a dark place, so I need to nip serious personality clashes in the bud early. It's actually easier that way, because you don't know the person yet so the awkwardness is unfounded, and believe it or not, usually brings you closer in the long run due to the early-onset personal conversation.
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Off Topic / Re: Halloween Candy - What's your fav?
« Last post by noisyturtle on Wed, 10 December 2025, 23:56:29 »
I remember reading a long time ago(2016/17) that they changed the chocolate for reese's cups to a cheaper, more waxy one.
But I agree the filling tastes significantly worse now as well. Cloyingly sweet, and too crumbly/dry.
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] kc_orange_60
« Last post by Shark on Wed, 10 December 2025, 23:51:29 »
As soon as I saw that first mock (heck, even the name with the underscores) I knew it was half life related. Will definitely keep an eye on this, it's gorgeous. Great work!
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Off Topic / Re: Halloween Candy - What's your fav?
« Last post by Sniping on Wed, 10 December 2025, 23:07:17 »
with all the ridicule junk food and candy conglomerates get these days, I think it’d be unlikely they’re making things more sugary than they already were. maybe? it’s gotta just be that we get more sensitive to sugary things with age.
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] KKB Kintsugi-Shiro
« Last post by Valkurize on Wed, 10 December 2025, 22:22:32 »
Finalized kitting and updated renders, GB date and pricing coming very soon!
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] PBTFans Atomic Purple - R2 Pre-orders now live!
« Last post by Bobatype on Wed, 10 December 2025, 21:36:03 »
Hi, pre-order period for Atomic Purple R2 ends soon. If you want a specific kit/deskmat and don't want to miss out, best to get an order in.
There is no kitting differences between R1/R2.

Thanks goes to all who've supported making R2 a possibility!
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