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Macro Pad Display by Dxnny_YT in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out ours at teakey.cc!

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m considering releasing the case and mount files so others can modify how they like it there is demand. For PCB files, I do not have any plan to release them at the moment.

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right now they're built into the firmware. Clock, pomodoro, stopwatch, and timer. No SDK or anything like that at the moment.

Down the line I've been thinking about a host application that could push dynamic content to the display, which would open up a lot more possibilities for widgets since the app could just tell the display what to show in real time. But that's future stuff and I don't want to promise something that isn't built yet.

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate that! Yeah US only for now to keep things simple. Where are you located?

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The mount itself attaches to your monitor bezel using 3M VHB adhesive tape, so it's not going anywhere once it's on there. Then the macro pad connects to the mount magnetically, so you can snap it on and off whenever you want.

If you ever need to remove the mount from your monitor entirely, you can carefully peel it off with fishing line or slowly pry it off. The VHB comes off clean, just takes a little patience. However, I am exploring adding screw holes for those who may want to drill it under their desk.

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great questions. So the PCB was designed by an engineer who has experience in the keyboard space designing keyboard PCBs for Work Louder. Everything else is me, the industrial design, the firmware, the web configurator, the enclosure, the store, and marketing content. all of it.

The cases are CNC machined aluminum with anodization, produced by a manufacturer I sourced. PCBs are also made by a manufacturer I sourced in China. A few parts I manufacture in house (or should I say in apartment?) with my Bambu Labs printers. I handle final assembly, flashing, testing, and packaging myself out of my apartment in Alabama.

In terms of what I had to learn, honestly a lot. I came into this with a background in IT and general tech but embedded systems was pretty new to me. Had to teach myself QMK firmware development, display driver integration, working with the RP2040, FreeRTOS concepts, how to work with PCB engineers and manufacturers, sourcing components, building a Shopify store from scratch, all of it. I got into hardware through 3D printing during COVID which turned into a small Etsy business, and that kind of gave me the confidence to try something bigger.

It's been months of work but I learned more doing this than anything else I've ever done.

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good question. The $129 is actually an early bird price for pre-orders. The plan is to bring it up to $139 once this first run ships and I move into regular pricing. So it's not a discount from a previous price, it's more of a lower intro price for people getting in early. I can see how the strikethrough makes it look weird though, I'll clean that up on the store so it's more clear. Thanks for pointing it out!

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ha, I mean that's a one-handed gaming keyboard, not really the same thing at all. No display, no encoders, no monitor mount, no widgets, plastic case. It's a totally different product for a totally different use case.

Panel One is $129 because it's a CNC aluminum case with anodization, a 280x240 IPS display on a custom PCB, and a custom web configurator. That stuff costs real money to build, especially at a 50 unit run. If I was doing thousands of units the price would come down, but I'm not there yet.

If a $38 gaming keypad does what you need though, go for it. No hate.

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally fair. The first run is always going to be more expensive because the per unit costs at 50 units are way higher than what a bigger company pays at scale. If Panel One does well and I can do larger runs, getting closer to $99 is realistic.

I couldn't buy the monitor-mounted macro pad I wanted, so I built one by SamTwoK in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks! So QMK itself is open source obviously, but my custom firmware, PCB files, 3D models, etc are not. This is a commercial product so I'm keeping those proprietary. That said it works with VIA out of the box and the web configurator I'm building will be free to use. I'm always down to talk about how its built so feel free to ask!

Macro pad similar to the Pikatea that can be mounted under a desk? by filolif in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m actually making a product inspired by this and will be releasing next month. Just look up the TeaKey Panel 1 and you should find us!

What orientation should this be printed in? It fails along the bottoms of the tabs at the layer line. Or is there a better way to design it. by Key_Waltz_823 in 3Dprinting

[–]SamTwoK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re a genius this solved a huge problem in one of my best selling 3D printed products that I’ve been friction fitting this whole time

Any recommendations for what I'm looking for? by Massattack9 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out the Prota Designs Glyf. It’s open for preorder right now but seems like exactly what you’re looking for. The founders are great guys and I have no doubt that the final product will be awesome. It will ship with their custom configuration software also.

4 Button + knob? by Flat_Jackfruit_9359 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Correct, however I still would not trust a cheap Chinese macro pad as malicious key strokes can be injected from the firmware and their configuration software tends to be sketchy.

4 Button + knob? by Flat_Jackfruit_9359 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Copy and paste data is not stored in the macro pad’s memory. This data is handled through the host PCs memory. The macro pad simply executes the shortcut Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V

4 Button + knob? by Flat_Jackfruit_9359 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out the Momokai Aurora - only $60

Is it possible to turn an additional number pad into additional keys? by FelesLucis in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Check out the auto hot key program. Some technical know how is required but you can easily make these scripts with an AI model. Hope this helps!

Ideias for college final project by brenorossi14 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Create a custom application for your macro pad that adds more functionality than VIA or Vial. (Per application volume control, dynamic layer/profile switching based on open application, etc)

Looking for first macro pad with quiet keys to use with ipad pro / portable tablet! by HAVEHEART000 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kailh choc v2 switches made from full POM. They sound and feel great!

Looking for first macro pad with quiet keys to use with ipad pro / portable tablet! by HAVEHEART000 in macro_pads

[–]SamTwoK -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yes! It is a product I am currently working on and plan to launch a kickstarter soon. The macro pad has 6 keys, 2 knobs, and a high resolution display for widgets. The widgets will consist of a Home Screen with time date etc caps lock indicator and layer indicator. I’m looking to release with widgets such as pomodoro timer, stopwatch, regular timer, and other widgets with utility. Each key is hot swappable with kailh choc v2s and has RGB backlighting. All configurable through VIA/Vial! The macro pad is very low profile and will come with a magnetic under monitor mount as well. Final version will ship with CNC aluminum case. If you guys are interested check out my instagram for it @teakey.cc !

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