What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
Overall, it feels well built, it is quieter than my K-Type and feels smoother to type on (both Halo Trues). It is also darker than the K-Type which is great. I can't reproduce the metal feet sliding off, but they occasionally make a sound if the keyboard shifts at all which is a little annoying, I think I prefer the K-Types foot as it feels more planted. (But they probably altered this to improve sound?). The little instruction note with all the LED functions is really cool, and luckily I do not have any wrong keys or bad LEDs. In general in my limited experience this seems like a well built, quality keyboard; typing on it is pretty great.
Getting to my main gripe, the colors really do not match the renders, and that is frustrating. I understand it's hard to accurately represent a final product with renders, but the difference is significant in my opinion. It's especially noticeable when you look at the difference in the original rendered cable color compared to the case. Most people were excited about the drop because it seemed like a "black K-Type" or "dark grey K-Type". In reality it's more of a space gray, not really dark, but not as silver as the K-Type. I think most people will be pleased with the quality of the keyboard barring unfortunate defects, and typing on it is nice. But I am definitely disappointed in the color.
EDIT: As I was typing this there was an official response to the color concerns. I think it's great they are offering refunds, and standing by the community response. I'm torn on returning as the keyboard feels well built, but ultimately it doesn't match the color scheme I intended to go with.