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
Then there's Corsair. Their TKL K65 RGB is an excellent board, featuring their typical high build quality. An aluminum chassis with floating key design and great media controls. Free software makes fully utilizing the RGB lighting a breeze.
But Corsair has repeatedly stated they believe only the Cherry MX Red switch (or very similar) is needed for this segment. On their forums, by petition, and by email... their response is the same. "We'll put a word up the line, but we don't see it as a real demand." They simply do not believe anyone wants TKL design and tactile switches... I have no idea where they got this impression.
The thing is Corsair DID produce a K65 RGB with Brown/Blue switches, but only as a small batch, and only in Germany.
This seems like a dream project that could be a HUGE get for Massdrop. Imagine how many new users would sign up for a "Corsair K65 RGB with Cherry MX Brown/Blue switches... a Massdrop exclusive!"
I'm no business executive... but this seems win win. Massdrop gets the aforementioned benefits. Corsair gets to do real market research with no risk since the units are paid for in advance.
Who do we talk to about making this happen?