Ximi:

  • integrated RP2040 controllers
  • left Cirque trackpad
  • right trackball (golden trackball from Perixx)
  • dual rotary encoders
  • dual haptic feedback
  • audio buzzer
  • 3 way thumb switches
  • Gazzew U4 switches
  • MT3 Pulse keycaps
  • MJF nylon case printed by JLCPCB
  • Wheeljack
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    22 years ago

    I never found anything that I considered “budget”. Even the cheapest split mechs on ebay are $100, and I don’t think I’d trust any of those.

    If you give up the mechanical part and just want to try a split, I’m seeing those starting around $40 shipped.

    • @Holyginz
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      22 years ago

      I have no problem spending the money on a good setup I just don’t have the funds to be able to jump right in spending like $300+ before I even know if I like the split setup

    • @Holyginz
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      12 years ago

      Would something like this be good to give the whole thing a try? Kinesis Bluetooth Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard for PC (20" Extended Separation) https://a.co/d/34ydGWq

      • @[email protected]
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        12 years ago

        @Holyginz @Wheeljack

        I’ve been using a Kinesis Freestyle/Freestyle 2 for years now (perhaps even for a decade?) I’ve worn the bumps off the f/j keys on the first keyboard.

        I have two primary gripes. First the number 6 is on the left keyboard half. From a correct touch typing standpoint it should really be on the right half.

        Second, between the original Freestyle and the 2, the insert key was moved to the ‘fn’ layer so you now have to hold down two keys to send insert.

          • @Holyginz
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            12 years ago

            Awesome! Thanks for the advice! I think I will give the freestyle a try and see how I like it then.