The Ultimate Keyboard: Adding a TrackPoint and Going Wireless!

Adding a TrackPoint to a Split Keyboard! In this video, I’m walking you through my journey of transforming a split keyboard with some awesome custom upgrades! I’ll show you how I added a Lenovo TrackPoint, designed my own custom PCB (thanks to PCBWay), and added Red Pro Choc switches for a unique typing feel. To top it all off, I’ll be making the keyboard wireless for ultimate portability and freedom. Here’s what you’ll see in this video: 1. TrackPoint Installation: Adding a classic Lenovo TrackPoint for that iconic pointing experience. 2. Custom PCB Design: I’ll show how I designed and built a custom PCB to bring it all together. 3. Switch Choice: Why I chose Red Pro Choc switches and the feel they bring. 4. Going Wireless: Making the keyboard wireless for a seamless, cable-free setup! Links and Parts: Print-Service/Sponsor: https://www.pcbway.com Red Pro Switches: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500... Diods: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/328498... Hot swap sockets: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500... On/Off Switch: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/400068... Nice!Nano clone: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500... Reset button: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/328733... Keycaps: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500... Battery: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500... Nice Nano Sockets: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/400112... Battery JST Connector: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500... Screws and standoffs I used m2 Thinkpad trackpoint pinout: https://deskthority.net/wiki/TrackPoi... Repository: https://github.com/auryn31/avocado/tr... The repository contains also the pcb and the code/action to build code Whether you’re a keyboard enthusiast or just curious about custom builds, this tutorial will guide you through each step. Stick around for tips, challenges I faced, and a close look at the final result! 💬 Comment below with your thoughts, and let me know if you’d try this for your own setup! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more cool DIY projects and tech tips! #SplitKeyboard #DIYKeyboard #TrackPoint #CustomPCB #WirelessKeyboard #mechanicalkeyboard