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
Can't seem to find mention of this anywhere. I understand that they are not full USB ports, but the FAQ reports that they will be able to charge USB-C devices. The question I have is whether they will be supporting 900mA, 1.5A, or 3A output charging. If 3.0A, my second question is where are you sourcing the included USB-C cable from. Is it Benson Leung approved?
edit: let's you have a phone which requires 2amps. they've said that this k-type supports regular usb which means it consumes max 900mA, now if you have a built-in usb c port on your computer then yes you can plug your phone along with the keyboard. That's going to draw around 3 amps, since your computer is able to provide the max rated amperage, through usb-c. if you have USB-A in your motherboard like 99% of the world, then you won't be able to recharge your phone, however, you could get something like this: https://www.asus.com/Motherboard-Accessory/USB_31_TYPEC_CARD/
" Some non-compliant cables with a USB-C connector on one end and a legacy USB-A plug or Micro-B receptacle on the other end incorrectly terminate the Configuration Channel (CC) with a 10kΩ pullup to VBUS instead of the specification mandated 56kΩ pullup[40], causing a device connected to the cable to incorrectly determine the amount of power it is permitted to draw from the cable. Cables with this issue may not work properly with certain products, including Apple and Google products, and may even damage power sources such as chargers, hubs, or PC USB ports.[41][42] "
I doubt they'll be providing a high end cable so better not use it to charge your other devices.