I'm thinking of getting one of these. I have been considering alternative keyboard layouts for quite a while now. I sort of started learning Dvorak, but something like this seems much better than just moving the keys to different parts of the keyboard.
One benefit I've seen from reviewers is that you can switch between CC1/M4G and qwerty easily. Your brain just maps them both, rather than the painful switch from dvorak to qwerty. I'm waiting for my M4G preorder personally
Highlight the 100 million uses rating on optical switches during marketing. Also break down the cost per day for using the device as opposed to the large upfront cost! Actually comes to a really low figure thanks to durability rating on these switches! Gluck with project. Might be purchasing.
I do hope the trackball module can be turned around and put lower down so that it's next to my thumbs. I'm not sure how well I'll be able to stretch up and use it up there.
What if someone likes the holes, the rgb, but doesn't want it to shine as freely, could you also supply cut out shaped plugs? I currently can't imagine it would look as good, but if you want a toned down rgb effect with softened lighting it could be a gentler way to illuminate a room, of course similarly if we have control over the rgb, then this argument isn't needed. It could however also account for the spaces that aren't being used so they can be covered, in exchange for possibly ruining the aesthetic. You could have duplicate cut out shapes with expandable holes to allow cables through to cover used space, but I'm worried it would lead to damage to the cables, so maybe a better technique is needed or this approach isn't valid. Of course the user would need to take extra time to remove and place them, but if their setup is a one and done case then it would be infrequent for them to change it. Probably too late for this request, and given the cons probably isn't worth the time investment. Thank you. I apologize for the late addition. I appreciate all your hard work and dedication set on building and currating the expericence for this upcoming device. I'm very excited for the Master Forge!
11:40 While I may be able minded and bodied, I recognize that might not always be the case. When games and software lack basic customization features I'm frustrated as an even an able bodied user. It's concepts like the CharaCorder that really make me excited that engineers and developers are working towards bridging that gap. 9 times out of 10, if something is more accessible for the disabled it improves the pragmatic use for the able as well. The Characorder, Steam Controller, and Neuralink are products that immediately come to my mind in this regard. Really can't wait to get my hands on one eventually.
That keymap layout makes even less sense than the original CharaChorder One. Good thing there's customization so I can just map it to ones that work for me.
I am INCREDIBLY hyped that production has started. I’m also dying to know if I made it in the first 500 bankers. I pre ordered the master forge about a month ago. Is there any way to find out?
@@AndrewMooreJ Nope. Lack of sleep takes away all his creativity. Probably why that product looks super ugly. Sacrificing sleep is just dumb. Please don't encourage people when they make stupid decisions.
Yesss, been so hyped for this product. Ty for all the updates.
Np! Thanks for watching ❤
SEND IT! Can't wait!
I just pre-ordered. I've been following since the startup videos! Super excited!!
This thing looks insane!
I'm thinking of getting one of these. I have been considering alternative keyboard layouts for quite a while now. I sort of started learning Dvorak, but something like this seems much better than just moving the keys to different parts of the keyboard.
You can also push them normal to the surface of the device, however unlike CC1 on the M4G this is a chorded input 😄
I have a cc1, there's no way in the world I can go one day past launch without having one. Find it on KS and get one ASAP! 😊
One benefit I've seen from reviewers is that you can switch between CC1/M4G and qwerty easily. Your brain just maps them both, rather than the painful switch from dvorak to qwerty. I'm waiting for my M4G preorder personally
I recognize one of those reviews at the end of the video and I still stand by it.
Launching on my birthday and this song from NF hits me... Living mobile lifestyle wish something like this could come to laptops/mobile
Highlight the 100 million uses rating on optical switches during marketing.
Also break down the cost per day for using the device as opposed to the large upfront cost! Actually comes to a really low figure thanks to durability rating on these switches!
Gluck with project. Might be purchasing.
Now let's break down those reviews! I am almost positive the Andrew in the launch video review was me
😍
Looks like an amazing skill to master and would love to get my hands on it. Hope you're successful enough to scale up for international wholesale.
I do hope the trackball module can be turned around and put lower down so that it's next to my thumbs. I'm not sure how well I'll be able to stretch up and use it up there.
What if someone likes the holes, the rgb, but doesn't want it to shine as freely, could you also supply cut out shaped plugs?
I currently can't imagine it would look as good, but if you want a toned down rgb effect with softened lighting it could be a gentler way to illuminate a room, of course similarly if we have control over the rgb, then this argument isn't needed.
It could however also account for the spaces that aren't being used so they can be covered, in exchange for possibly ruining the aesthetic.
You could have duplicate cut out shapes with expandable holes to allow cables through to cover used space, but I'm worried it would lead to damage to the cables, so maybe a better technique is needed or this approach isn't valid.
Of course the user would need to take extra time to remove and place them, but if their setup is a one and done case then it would be infrequent for them to change it.
Probably too late for this request, and given the cons probably isn't worth the time investment.
Thank you.
I apologize for the late addition.
I appreciate all your hard work and dedication set on building and currating the expericence for this upcoming device.
I'm very excited for the Master Forge!
You can control the brightness as well as the color of the RGB 😄
11:40 While I may be able minded and bodied, I recognize that might not always be the case. When games and software lack basic customization features I'm frustrated as an even an able bodied user. It's concepts like the CharaCorder that really make me excited that engineers and developers are working towards bridging that gap. 9 times out of 10, if something is more accessible for the disabled it improves the pragmatic use for the able as well. The Characorder, Steam Controller, and Neuralink are products that immediately come to my mind in this regard. Really can't wait to get my hands on one eventually.
Check out Svalboard - completely aligned with this comment.
What is the purpose for the pinky keys to have a different shape to them? Comfort? And do they still function the same as the rest of the keys?
That keymap layout makes even less sense than the original CharaChorder One. Good thing there's customization so I can just map it to ones that work for me.
Which bolt-on will ship with the MasterForge pre-order?
Check the Forge Keyboard website!
Is the chassis metal or 3d printed or something else? Looking to pre order very soon
aluminum exoskeleton, carbon fiber reinforced 3d printed endoskeleton
You can use both halves of the master forge as mouses like the original charachorder correct?
Yes, the 3D switches can still function like a mouse. It runs on CCOS so all the same action codes are still available
@@CharaChorder wait there’s not an optical sensor like regular mouses on the master forge or the original charachorder?
@@lazer8776 no, you don't move them around on the desk or anything
@@bassett_green why don’t they make it like that? Is it impractical?
I am INCREDIBLY hyped that production has started. I’m also dying to know if I made it in the first 500 bankers. I pre ordered the master forge about a month ago. Is there any way to find out?
Yes, you should fall within the first 500 if you have already pre-ordered
@@CharaChorder YUS
Are you including a software app to help people re-learn how to type?
I type in Amharic language. Does it work to type Amharic alphabets?
Yes, it is compatible with any transliteration software!
Hi, your discord link in your RUclips profil is not longer valid, can you please update the link?
bro needs to sleep full 8hrs first.
I'll sleep after we ship
The ultimate sacrifice. @@CharaChorder
@@AndrewMooreJ
Nope. Lack of sleep takes away all his creativity. Probably why that product looks super ugly. Sacrificing sleep is just dumb. Please don't encourage people when they make stupid decisions.
@@josephs1732Your eyes must be fucked if you think that it looks ugly. Either that, or your taste is.
I'd wager both, personally.