Sticky is a nice and compact device, perfectly usable as a writerdeck that you can carry around. Works well with any magsafe phone holder. Also, significantly cheaper than Xteink X4 Pro or Classic.
I was looking for options to build a Git hosting service that is friendly to non-technical users. Couldn't find anything suitable, so I built my own software. The service is not yet open for self-registration, but you can DM me for an invite link:
And the new release of Draftling has a quick way to link your device to a draftbox repository: you create an access token and a 8-digit one-time password, connect the device to WiFi, enter the password et voilà, it's ready to sync the files.
Also, two new DIY boards are added to the list of supported hardware: https://github.com/clackups/draftling
EDIT: a human friendly website is ready: https://draftling.art/
Got a couple of cool gadgets that should be interesting to fellow cyberdeck builders.
The new release is out: https://github.com/clackups/draftling
Markdown editor now shows bold, italics, button lists and quote blocks properly. Also, plaintext and Fountain screenplay formats are supported.
Also, experimental image for Seeed reTerminal Sticky, but I don't have the hardware at hand yet. Your tests will be appreciated.
I'm the author of this firmware and I'd like to prepare an image to test on a Sticky:
https://www.reddit.com/r/WriterDevices/s/GZugi3cSIx
If you're up for testing, shoot me a DM. I'm not planning to invest in another hardware item, got already a bit too many :)
EDIT: an experimental firmware image is available at the web flasher: https://clackups.github.io/draftling/
The new release allows you to copy your files via USB without taking out the MicroSD card. Also, ipv6 is fully supported (motivated by the fact that wifi on the upcoming FOSDEM will be ipv6 only).
I really like this board, the screen is fast and contrast. The only wish, it will be great to have the backlight in the next version.
More details about the project: https://github.com/clackups/draftling
The first official release is available for flashing onto a variety of esp32-s3 devices. See also a new demo video.
I updated the 3d model for my minimalist enclosure, I hope it will be useful for you. The screen is very fragile (I broke one), and this frame protects it pretty well.
https://github.com/clackups/draftling/tree/main/3D\_Prints/Waveshare\_ESP32-S3-RLCD-4.2
I updated the 3D printed enclosure: now with round corners, better fitting for the display, and easier access to the SD card and USB port.
Also, I found it useful to use inverted screen in certain lighting conditions. The text becomes more contrast and easier to read. Also, the firmware has a new feature: append-only editing, so that you don't erase the text by accident. You can push it to your Git repository for further editing. Also, the Git client is improved and is now compatible with other providers apart from GitHub.
The firmware and 3d models are available in Draftling repository.
I updated the 3D printed enclosure: now with round corners, better fitting for the display, and easier access to the SD card and USB port.
Also, I found it useful to use inverted screen in certain lighting conditions. The text becomes more contrast and easier to read. Also, the firmware has a new feature: append-only editing, so that you don't erase the text by accident. You can push it to your Git repository for further editing. Also, the Git client is improved and is now compatible with other providers apart from GitHub.
The firmware and 3d models are available in Draftling repository.
I'm still not happy with the fact that Waveshare RLCD can only be used in bright daylight. Here I'm experimenting a bit with LED light sources.
Запрошую всіх, чиє життя будь-яким чином стосується людей з інвалідністю, до цього сабредіта: r/accessibility_UA
Як приклад спільноти за схожою тематикою, дивіться на r/disabledgamers : там багато людей, хто готові допомогти порадою стосовно обладнання для ігор для людей з інвалідністю. І розмови не обмежуються іграми, бо багатьом людям треба просто працювати з комп'ютером.
The NM-CYD-C5 board is a remake of the old Cheap Yellow Board, using the modern ESP32-C5 MCU and 8MB PSRAM.
I tried porting my software to it and I think I won't add it to the list of supported hardware. Also, I wouldn't recommend using it, for the following reasons:
very poor display quality. I'm using black background, and even at lowest backlight brightness, the backlight is glowing through, making it uncomfortable for the eyes. Also, viewing angles are limited, and overal contrast is pretty bad. It seems like they took the same display model as the original cheap yellow device, which was pretty poor as well.
some weird display orientation and color mapping. Claude needed several iterations before the picture got right.
Quite high power consumption, about 0.8A from the USB port. Probably, it's consumed by resistive touchscreen. Also I notiiced, sometimes the board reboots with "Brownout detector was triggered" message, which indicates insufficient power, although it had a perfect USB power source.
I also had experience with a Freenove FNK0104A device. It's in the similar price range as NM-CYD-C5, but the screen quality is much higher, and the device works flawlessly. Highly recommended if you're choosing a readymade device with a screen.
Hopefully, the final step in the evolution of the specialized keyboard that I'm making for a colleague with CP.
The GitHub repo: https://github.com/Smart-Inclusive-Keyboard/smart\_inclusive\_keyboard
Here's my project, a modern typewriter, supporting a range of esp32 devices (my personal preference is the M5stack Tab5).
The firmware is fully functional, I'm writing my notes on it and pretty happy with the result.
https://github.com/clackups/draftling
A few esp32-s3 devices are supported, and one esp32-p4.
Just spotted this in the news. I believe this will be a great component for future Cyberdecks.
Here's my new weekend project, a small touchscreen device working as a game controller.
More details on GitHub: https://github.com/clackups/touch-gamepad
MNT Reform just listed a new item in their shop:
https://shop.mntre.com/products/mnt-pocket-reform-standalone-keyboard
I got to touch one as a part of their laptop, and it's really really nice on the touch.