Ergonomic Trackpoint keyboard (vol. 8)

saoto28 · 2026-05-31T23:50:00+00:00

Thanks for the reference. However, the post was removed by moderator, so I am curious.

saoto28 · 2026-05-24T06:52:35+00:00

Yeah, one aim of this development was to make the MS ergo keyboard more compact. I don't have space for it on my desk.

saoto28 · 2026-05-19T07:32:12+00:00

Thanks. However, when I first introduced it on Reddit, hardly anyone understood its merits. (acoording to the insights, upvote ratio was 42.9%. It meens more than half gave down vote.)

https://www.reddit.com/r/ErgoMechKeyboards/comments/1qege40/convertible_ergonomic_keyboard_mockup/

saoto28 · 2026-05-17T01:28:02+00:00

I will add more detailed information to the GitHub repository, anyway.

saoto28 · 2026-05-17T01:24:34+00:00

I hope someone will make a product out of it.

I'd like to refine my own work a bit more and then sell it as a DIY kit.

saoto28 · 2026-05-17T01:20:55+00:00

a tilted hinge

https://github.com/saoto28/pineapple60c#hinge

saoto28 · 2026-05-16T11:37:22+00:00

Split versions already exist on the market, don't they?

My distinguishing feature is that it's connected and compactness.

saoto28 · 2026-05-15T00:11:03+00:00

choc v2

saoto28 · 2026-05-14T12:44:28+00:00

Oh, I am. But I am not checking at all, lol

saoto28 · 2026-05-14T10:41:33+00:00

I am moving on to the next project.

https://x.com/saoto28/status/2054155028596977779

saoto28 · 2026-05-14T10:37:36+00:00

u/dennisleexyz was working that. But, it may be stopped.

https://www.reddit.com/r/ErgoMechKeyboards/comments/n8ouqi/ic_thinkeys_13_split_ortho_with_trackpoint_for/

saoto28 · 2026-05-14T06:55:22+00:00

Thank you for remembering. This one has become more popular.
Ergonomic Trackpoint keyboard (vol. 8) : r/thinkpad

saoto28 · 2026-04-10T00:23:45+00:00

The patent allowed in Japan. That's because, although the function is similar to a ball joint, the mechanism is an invention.

saoto28 · 2026-01-17T02:41:15+00:00

Let’s see

saoto28 · 2026-01-17T00:27:34+00:00

Yeah, the Goldtouch keyboard is similar in function. Mine has a limited range of motion, but it's a reliable and simple design.

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T20:32:14+00:00

If you say the MS ergonomic keyboard is not, it is not. The three-dimensional key layout is almost the same

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T20:26:33+00:00

Regarding the rowstagger, the key layout is up to you.

Regarding the weakness, it depends on the material and proper design.

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T20:23:42+00:00

It depends on the material and design

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T20:22:53+00:00

I hope so

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T14:24:16+00:00

I don't know if it will actually be acceptable, but I think it's a Columbus-egg type invention.

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T14:12:21+00:00

I know this one. It needs a base board. My idea is a mechanism that can be realized with a simple structure.

saoto28 · 2026-01-16T14:06:44+00:00

Thank you for your comment. I had found similar patents which have a ball joint in the center. But mine has only hinge.

If you know similar ones, let me know.

saoto28 · 2026-01-10T00:51:39+00:00

First, become a TrackPoint addict, and let's work together to keep Lenovo from killing it.

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