The primary motivation behind v2 was to simplify the build process by ditching the XIAO/Shift Register for an integrated STM32 microprocessor. The only parts that need soldered are the hot swap sockets.
Features
- 36 key unibody split
- Choc spaced, column staggered, splayed
- Cirque touchpad support
- Integrated microprocessor
- Built in mounting standoffs
- Preflashed with VIAL
Kits include all required hardware except switches, keycaps and case.
Base Kit - $50
Cirque Kit - $65
Printed Cases are available in every color - as long as the color is purple or black.
Black ABS - $35
Purple ABS - $35
Purple Sparkle PLA - $25
Matte Black PLA - $25
Over the last couple months I've been working on the next version of Bad Wings, the board I've been daily driving for over a year now. Using the stm32f072 onboard and has cirque support (which wasn't working until a couple hours ago - thanks GeorgeN!). I've been using it for two weeks now and I'm happy.
Now that the cirque is working, I need to design a new case.
for sure. I don't know if people are doing it because it's better, or because they're trying to justify having dual trackballs.
I've seen people use one trackball for normal mouse type usage, and the other for scrolling.
I second this. I also prefer ZMK and use it on my wired boards whenever possible.
I haven't personally tried, but I have heard a lot of people say that switching between isn't too bad. It can take a minute or two for the memories to come back though.
I've also heard that using different keymap layouts (ie, QWERTY vs COLEMARK) on different physical layouts. QWERTY for typical rowstag, COLEMARK for ergo.
I absolutely agree. there is someone selling the old version of etsy, so that might be a cheaper option. You could also have the old version fabricated yourself - that's probably the cheapest option (besides bodges).
I think about this board any time I'm considering using screens in a build. the OLEDs are in such a great spot!
Bad Wings: Slim - My final (and favorite) XSwitch project.
- 7mm tall (9mm with rubber feet)
- Weighs 3oz fully built.
- Bluetooh via XIAO BLE
- CR2032 replaceable battery
- Open Source
You can bodge a power switch onto it, or use something like my batt!pack.
Nice! has information on how to get the nice!view working on a board that has OLED support. Only requires one bodge wire. Broom made NiceHatHarry to get a nice!view onto their boards that don't have OLED support already.
I haven't yet. I'm sure I'll eventually get some, but not in a hurry to do so until keycaps are easier to get ahold of. afaik, there are a few 3d printed caps but I don't think my printer could do them.
While working on Bad Wings: Slim and Bold, I also made a couple pocket sized versions to round out the memery
- XIAO BLE
- CR2032 replaceable battery
Helping fill things out with a repost.
Bad Wings: Slim - My final (and favorite) XSwitch project.
- 7mm tall (9mm with rubber feet)
- Weighs 3oz fully built.
- Bluetooh via XIAO BLE
- CR2032 replaceable battery
- Open Source
There are some low profile tripod stands. the manfrotto MP3-BK is nice, but pretty expensive. There are also a bunch of "Z Tripods" that get used a lot.
A 3d printed case for tenting is definitely an option, but it can take a while to find the right tenting angle so be prepared to possible print multiple variations.
