EPOMAKER RT82 QMK/VIA 75% US QWERTY Layout Hot-Swap Gasket Wired/BT 5.0/2.4GHz Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with LCD Screen
Computer Peripherals
“The Epomaker RT82 is a feature-rich 75% mechanical keyboard offering tri-mode connectivity (USB/2.4GHz/BT) and a unique detachable 1.14-inch LCD screen. While it provides a solid typing experience with gasket-mounted internals and VIA compatibility, it suffers from a noticeable wireless wake-from-sleep delay and exposed pogo pins when the screen is removed.”
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Tri-mode connectivity allows seamless switching between three distinct wireless or wired devices.
soundphilereview.comallows you to connect up to 3 devices
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Gasket-mounted structure with internal foam and silicone layers provides a refined, cushioned typing feel.
soundphilereview.comlayer of foam and, on the bottom, a layer of silicone
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Hot-swappable PCB supports 3-pin and 5-pin switches for easy customization without soldering.
retrohandhelds.gg3 and 5 Pin Hotswap
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Wireless power-saving mode causes the first keystroke to be missed after waking.
soundphilereview.comthat first keypress is often lost
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Detaching the magnetic LCD screen leaves exposed pogo pins that disrupt the aesthetic.
ibtimes.co.ukthose exposed pogo pins do break the clean look a bit
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Configuration requires manual JSON file uploads in VIA rather than native plug-and-play support.
soundphilereview.comneed to enable the designer mode and upload a JSON file
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The keyboard itself will keep on working as usual, so the impact of this is going to be minimal from a functional standpoint, but it is quite frustrating as you simply cannot disable the Fn blinking, even when you turn off all lighting effects.
soundphilereview.comThe keyboard itself will keep on working as usual, so the impact of this is going to be minimal from a functional standpoint, but it is quite frustrating as you simply cannot disable the Fn blinking, even when you turn off all lighting effects.
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The only real issue is the battery, which appears to degrade quite quickly.
soundphilereview.comThe only real issue is the battery, which appears to degrade quite quickly.
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While the screen customization tool needs improvement and battery life varies depending on features used, the RT82 offers strong value, especially for users who appreciate functional design with a touch of retro personality.
gdgtme.comWhile the screen customization tool needs improvement and battery life varies depending on features used, the RT82 offers strong value, especially for users who appreciate functional design with a touch of retro personality.