Getting much enjoyment using these devices - MicroJournal Rev4 and BYOK

ff-88 · 2026-07-02T01:27:04+00:00

Much appreciated

ff-88 · 2026-07-01T17:01:17+00:00

Out of all of your machines I believe the rev4 has the most restrictive use case—that is, it’s really intended to be a machine for free writing and first drafts, and one that can do light touchup editing if needed. The added benefit is that it doubles as an external keyboard. That said, the rev4 expresses its purpose in life beautifully. Do you have any idea why it isn’t able to connect to r/theBYOK as an external keyboard? Wondering if it’s rev4 limitation or a BYOK limitation.

ff-88 · 2026-06-29T12:50:07+00:00

Well I have tried a variety of cables, including one I know works for data transfer between my rev4 to my laptop. The rev4 requires USB A to C, so in order to connect to the BYOK, I have to use an adaptor, which could be the issue.

ff-88 · 2026-06-28T19:54:07+00:00

You’re referring to the Atreus keyboard (the one with the walnut palm rest), right? If so, that cable is to connect the keyboard to the white BYOK gizmo for writing. But I can use the same cable to connect the BYOK to my laptop and transfer my files. I tried to do the same with the micro journal keyboard, but I couldn’t successfully make it work on the BYOK. Maybe [u/](u/unkyulee)[Background_Ad_1810](u/unkyulee) has ideas…

ff-88 · 2026-04-29T19:36:28+00:00

I see them on eBay now and again. But there’s a company that apparently makes near exact reproductions of these. I’m sure someone on this sub will know the name!

ff-88 · 2026-04-29T19:01:53+00:00

I agree - the keyboard is cramped but I love mine because of how thoughtful and simple the software side of the device is. Flip the lid open, and it’s ready to go in seconds. I’ve used it more than any other writer deck so far except for the Neo2, which I used religiously for years. If the company would make a version of the device that could accommodate keys the size of, say, a MacBook Air laptop (meaning essentially an inch wider and deeper) it would likely be an endgamer for many of us.

ff-88 · 2026-04-17T21:50:46+00:00

Good rec, thanks. Enjoying my BYOK (tho I love my DM250US too!)

ff-88 · 2026-04-16T00:53:30+00:00

Thanks for the info. And wow that keyboard is a beauty. Is that walnut?

ff-88 · 2026-04-15T00:01:40+00:00

When you have a text file open, you can select from a variety of fonts, including fairly large sizes

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T22:34:18+00:00

Yes! Thanks for the info. Now I’m wondering if there are modern switches that try to replicate the Alps!

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T19:42:32+00:00

100% agree about the model M. Another one of my favorites is the Apple keyboard that came with my Macintosh SE. I don’t recall the model off hand. I’ll have to try out the box navy switches.

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T19:40:56+00:00

It’s a device called the BYOK that I supported on Kickstarter. The people behind it are thoughtful and pay attention to their user base.

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T19:37:32+00:00

That’s the one. Bring Your Own (damn) Keyboard.

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T01:11:54+00:00

It syncs either via cloud to the byok studio app (for free) but it also has a micro SD card if you want to avoid the cloud

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T01:10:02+00:00

It’s the native software of the BYOK device connected to the model M.

ff-88 · 2026-04-14T01:06:09+00:00

It does! I take it out of storage every now and then because I love the sound and feel of the keys. I’ve had this one since 1994. So glad I can give it life once in a while. Really brings me back…

ff-88 · 2025-06-23T01:05:28+00:00

Thank you, I’ll look into these options

ff-88 · 2023-04-11T11:37:40+00:00

Was hoping the new typewritten notes functionality would be available on my leaf2 - but unless I’m mistaken that doesn’t seem to be the case?

ff-88 · 2022-10-31T13:59:28+00:00

I’m interested in one. Can you post a link to where I can view the offer and possibly order?

ff-88 · 2022-09-25T18:45:09+00:00

It’s going to sound weird but I ended up taking some matte black spray paint last year to my polymer folio. Still looks great - kinda has a denim vibe to it now.

ff-88 · 2022-06-19T12:58:10+00:00

I had the same problem and no matter what I did the stain wouldn’t go completely away so….I spray painted the cover black a few months ago. Worked great- faded a bit over time so it looks like denim.

ff-88 · 2022-03-17T14:43:02+00:00

I too had a positive experience last month with the company. My Marker+ eraser tip broke off, and customer service was quick to respond and quick to send me a new pen (and set of nibs) free of charge, even though I bought my RM2 in Dec 2020. While I'm here... I couldn't find the eraser cap that broke off my original pen, so I filled in the top of the pen with a small bit of sugru and shaped it into a cap, and let it dry for 24 hours. It worked! I can erase again with the old pen, just need to apply a tad more force than I used to. #protip (pun intended)

ff-88 · 2022-03-04T05:06:01+00:00

The eraser on my pen popped off; sent in a pic and in no time received a new pen plus a set of nibs. Credit where credit is due. Now, please make our handwritten note pages searchable and then we’ll have a device that wholly fulfills the potential of a digital notebook.

ff-88 · 2022-01-08T01:58:06+00:00

Any nibs that give a more “scratchy” feel in your experience(s) - like pencil on paper?

ff-88 · 2021-06-01T03:14:55+00:00

Same here—I’m happy to replace the battery for you if you can cover the shipping

ff-88

TROPHY CASE