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MoeeTech custom metal artisans¶
I tested MoeeTech's new custom metal artisan keycap service: beginner-friendly design process, great quality, surprisingly competitive prices.
IQUNIX x Ghost in the Shell EV63 Cyber Blue review¶
Two brand-new EV63 variants have been released recently: the Ghost in the Shell-themed Shell Core and Cyber Blue. For this review, I took a closer look at the latter.
Best-selling keyboard switches of May 2026¶
Here are May’s top mechanical switches, the community’s favorites based on vendor sales data.
Space Mission 30¶
Ergohaven's Space Mission 30 is now fully open-source.
Keyboard Builders Digest #211: Switch sales, Epomaker HE68 Lite review, open source Levels54¶
Newsletter highlights April's top selling mechanical switches, reviews of Epomaker HE68 Lite and KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Lite, and open source projects like Levels54 and Vanguard Keyboard Outsider.
ScottoAcademy Workshop Logistics and Kit Info¶
Joe announces upcoming workshop details, requests Discord usernames for access, and advises checking kit parts and bringing spare wires.
zFrontier sold defective TP1 Dieter...¶
Complaint about zFrontier and Geistmaschine regarding defective TP1 Dieter keycaps and poor customer service.
WHICH ONE ????¶
High engagement discussion on laptop choice for CSE/Software Engineering.
Ask ANY Keyboard question, get an answer - May 10, 2026¶
Weekly "Ask Me Anything" thread for keyboard questions.
Midwest meetups¶
Inquiry about upcoming keyboard meetups in the Midwest.
Old Grievances¶
Discussion on the Steam Controller 2's trackpad keyboard issues.
I need help identifying the layout of my laptops keyboard. Thanks for the help¶
Request for help identifying an unknown laptop keyboard layout.
Keycron Q6 ULTRA version worth?¶
Discussion on the worth of the Keychron Q6 Ultra Wi-Fi version vs Q6 MAX.
Nd75 vs wave75 vs inky 75 vs Rainey 75?¶
Comparison of budget aluminum boards: ND75, Wave75, Inky75, Rainey75.
Please help me find this type of keyboard!¶
User saw a keyboard in CS2 and wants to find it.
Are split keyboards Sliced Bread?¶
Link to a BBC Sounds episode discussing split keyboards.
Best Ergonomic Keyboard in 2026?¶
Request for available ergonomic keyboards in 2026.
Happy Topre Tuesday!¶
Showcase of a JustSystems 91U with 86U internals.
Oh no, I became the guy with two of the same board¶
User shares their two Mode Tempos and the reasoning behind the duplicate purchase.
New to keyboards!¶
OP found a vintage Cortron terminal keyboard (possibly from the USS Lexington) and is seeking info.
Flat keyboard or go all in?¶
Discussion on choosing between Glove80, Charbydis MK2, ZSA Voyager, and Sofle for an ergonomic setup.
“Casual”/“Non-Typing” ergonomics¶
Discussion on ergonomic keyboards for developers who use hands for navigation/mouse tasks more than typing.
Keychron Q9 Plus - is it dead? Split space suggestions¶
Concerns about the future of the Q9 Plus split space model and suggestions for alternatives.
Double typing characters on keyboard¶
Troubleshooting double-typing issue on a Legion S7 laptop keyboard.
If you had to choose between Home Row Mods or Auto Shift, which one would you choose?¶
Debate on input method preferences (HRM vs Auto Shift) among ergonomic keyboard users.
List prices on many websites are borderline false advertising¶
Community discussion on Shopify configuration issues causing misleading kit pricing.
ScottoAcademy enrollment closes May 3rd¶
Joe from ScottoKeebs is offering 3 spots for a live, handwired macad build session to support his channel.
Keyboard Builders Digest #210: IQUNIX EV63 HE, Laika, MMOrtho, Alatus, Krteq, and more¶
Newsletter highlights IQUNIX EV63 HE review and open-source projects including Laika, MMOrtho, Alatus, Krteq, Leonardo KeycapRio, Lemonshark, and PISIC.
Built the keyboard — what do you use for a pointing device?¶
Active discussion about pointing devices for split/ZMK setups — practical community input on peripherals and workflow.