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  1. 🚨 New Video: Cute & Thocky - Epomaker TH99 Pro Review

    The Epomaker TH99 Pro looks incredible and sounds amazing right out of the box with its Creamy Jade switches. But what happens when you plug a "smart" keyboard into an Artix Linux machine and the kernel thinks it's a 20-year-old Vivitar webcam?

    Today, we put this 98-key board through the Terminal Tilt hardware test to see if it actually respects your digital sovereignty. We score it on Modularity, Repairability, and Sovereignty, and jump into what it actually takes to bypass proprietary drivers to use the built-in screen.

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=sStNwN8hfJY
    📺 PeerTube: gnulinux.tube/w/2njLmnKh9DjQZf

    💬 Join our sovereign community on Stoat: stt.gg/GgB6HBTv
    ☕ Support the mission: liberapay.com/terminaltilt
    🤝 Become a channel member: youtube.com/@TerminalTilt/join

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #MechanicalKeyboard #Epomaker #TH99Pro #Review #DigitalSovereignty #QueerCreator #DisabledCreator #HumanMade #TechEthics

  2. 🚨 New Video: Cute & Thocky - Epomaker TH99 Pro Review

    The Epomaker TH99 Pro looks incredible and sounds amazing right out of the box with its Creamy Jade switches. But what happens when you plug a "smart" keyboard into an Artix Linux machine and the kernel thinks it's a 20-year-old Vivitar webcam?

    Today, we put this 98-key board through the Terminal Tilt hardware test to see if it actually respects your digital sovereignty. We score it on Modularity, Repairability, and Sovereignty, and jump into what it actually takes to bypass proprietary drivers to use the built-in screen.

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=sStNwN8hfJY
    📺 PeerTube: gnulinux.tube/w/2njLmnKh9DjQZf

    💬 Join our sovereign community on Stoat: stt.gg/GgB6HBTv
    ☕ Support the mission: liberapay.com/terminaltilt
    🤝 Become a channel member: youtube.com/@TerminalTilt/join

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #MechanicalKeyboard #Epomaker #TH99Pro #Review #DigitalSovereignty #QueerCreator #DisabledCreator #HumanMade #TechEthics

  3. 🚨 New Video: Cute & Thocky - Epomaker TH99 Pro Review

    The Epomaker TH99 Pro looks incredible and sounds amazing right out of the box with its Creamy Jade switches. But what happens when you plug a "smart" keyboard into an Artix Linux machine and the kernel thinks it's a 20-year-old Vivitar webcam?

    Today, we put this 98-key board through the Terminal Tilt hardware test to see if it actually respects your digital sovereignty. We score it on Modularity, Repairability, and Sovereignty, and jump into what it actually takes to bypass proprietary drivers to use the built-in screen.

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=sStNwN8hfJY
    📺 PeerTube: gnulinux.tube/w/2njLmnKh9DjQZf

    💬 Join our sovereign community on Stoat: stt.gg/GgB6HBTv
    ☕ Support the mission: liberapay.com/terminaltilt
    🤝 Become a channel member: youtube.com/@TerminalTilt/join

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #MechanicalKeyboard #Epomaker #TH99Pro #Review #DigitalSovereignty #QueerCreator #DisabledCreator #HumanMade #TechEthics

  4. 🚨 New Video: Cute & Thocky - Epomaker TH99 Pro Review

    The Epomaker TH99 Pro looks incredible and sounds amazing right out of the box with its Creamy Jade switches. But what happens when you plug a "smart" keyboard into an Artix Linux machine and the kernel thinks it's a 20-year-old Vivitar webcam?

    Today, we put this 98-key board through the Terminal Tilt hardware test to see if it actually respects your digital sovereignty. We score it on Modularity, Repairability, and Sovereignty, and jump into what it actually takes to bypass proprietary drivers to use the built-in screen.

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=sStNwN8hfJY
    📺 PeerTube: gnulinux.tube/w/2njLmnKh9DjQZf

    💬 Join our sovereign community on Stoat: stt.gg/GgB6HBTv
    ☕ Support the mission: liberapay.com/terminaltilt
    🤝 Become a channel member: youtube.com/@TerminalTilt/join

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #MechanicalKeyboard #Epomaker #TH99Pro #Review #DigitalSovereignty #QueerCreator #DisabledCreator #HumanMade #TechEthics

  5. 🚨 New Video: Cute & Thocky - Epomaker TH99 Pro Review

    The Epomaker TH99 Pro looks incredible and sounds amazing right out of the box with its Creamy Jade switches. But what happens when you plug a "smart" keyboard into an Artix Linux machine and the kernel thinks it's a 20-year-old Vivitar webcam?

    Today, we put this 98-key board through the Terminal Tilt hardware test to see if it actually respects your digital sovereignty. We score it on Modularity, Repairability, and Sovereignty, and jump into what it actually takes to bypass proprietary drivers to use the built-in screen.

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=sStNwN8hfJY
    📺 PeerTube: gnulinux.tube/w/2njLmnKh9DjQZf

    💬 Join our sovereign community on Stoat: stt.gg/GgB6HBTv
    ☕ Support the mission: liberapay.com/terminaltilt
    🤝 Become a channel member: youtube.com/@TerminalTilt/join

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #MechanicalKeyboard #Epomaker #TH99Pro #Review #DigitalSovereignty #QueerCreator #DisabledCreator #HumanMade #TechEthics

  6. 🚨 New Video: I Ditched Razer for a 4-Year-Old Keyboard (And You Should Too)

    Stop buying products designed to fail. After four years on the market, the Keychron Q1 proves that hardware should be a tool you own, not a disposable product you rent. In this video, I break down why I scrapped my Razer Huntsman Elite, a $200 piece of planned obsolescence, for a heavy, modular, and open-source aluminum chassis.

    We dive into the hardware, the hot-swappable switches, QMK/VIA open-source firmware, and the three questions every piece of tech must answer before it earns a spot on my desk.

    Is it repairable?
    Is it modular?
    Is it sovereign?

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kMFT5smuPhU

    Support the mission: ☕ liberapay.com/terminaltilt

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #Keychron #QMK #VIA #MechanicalKeyboards #RightToRepair #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource #FOSS #Hardware #Linux #LinuxGaming #PlannedObsolescence #RepairNotReplace #Razer #Epomaker

  7. 🚨 New Video: I Ditched Razer for a 4-Year-Old Keyboard (And You Should Too)

    Stop buying products designed to fail. After four years on the market, the Keychron Q1 proves that hardware should be a tool you own, not a disposable product you rent. In this video, I break down why I scrapped my Razer Huntsman Elite, a $200 piece of planned obsolescence, for a heavy, modular, and open-source aluminum chassis.

    We dive into the hardware, the hot-swappable switches, QMK/VIA open-source firmware, and the three questions every piece of tech must answer before it earns a spot on my desk.

    Is it repairable?
    Is it modular?
    Is it sovereign?

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kMFT5smuPhU

    Support the mission: ☕ liberapay.com/terminaltilt

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #Keychron #QMK #VIA #MechanicalKeyboards #RightToRepair #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource #FOSS #Hardware #Linux #LinuxGaming #PlannedObsolescence #RepairNotReplace #Razer #Epomaker

  8. 🚨 New Video: I Ditched Razer for a 4-Year-Old Keyboard (And You Should Too)

    Stop buying products designed to fail. After four years on the market, the Keychron Q1 proves that hardware should be a tool you own, not a disposable product you rent. In this video, I break down why I scrapped my Razer Huntsman Elite, a $200 piece of planned obsolescence, for a heavy, modular, and open-source aluminum chassis.

    We dive into the hardware, the hot-swappable switches, QMK/VIA open-source firmware, and the three questions every piece of tech must answer before it earns a spot on my desk.

    Is it repairable?
    Is it modular?
    Is it sovereign?

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kMFT5smuPhU

    Support the mission: ☕ liberapay.com/terminaltilt

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #Keychron #QMK #VIA #MechanicalKeyboards #RightToRepair #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource #FOSS #Hardware #Linux #LinuxGaming #PlannedObsolescence #RepairNotReplace #Razer #Epomaker

  9. 🚨 New Video: I Ditched Razer for a 4-Year-Old Keyboard (And You Should Too)

    Stop buying products designed to fail. After four years on the market, the Keychron Q1 proves that hardware should be a tool you own, not a disposable product you rent. In this video, I break down why I scrapped my Razer Huntsman Elite, a $200 piece of planned obsolescence, for a heavy, modular, and open-source aluminum chassis.

    We dive into the hardware, the hot-swappable switches, QMK/VIA open-source firmware, and the three questions every piece of tech must answer before it earns a spot on my desk.

    Is it repairable?
    Is it modular?
    Is it sovereign?

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kMFT5smuPhU

    Support the mission: ☕ liberapay.com/terminaltilt

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #Keychron #QMK #VIA #MechanicalKeyboards #RightToRepair #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource #FOSS #Hardware #Linux #LinuxGaming #PlannedObsolescence #RepairNotReplace #Razer #Epomaker

  10. 🚨 New Video: I Ditched Razer for a 4-Year-Old Keyboard (And You Should Too)

    Stop buying products designed to fail. After four years on the market, the Keychron Q1 proves that hardware should be a tool you own, not a disposable product you rent. In this video, I break down why I scrapped my Razer Huntsman Elite, a $200 piece of planned obsolescence, for a heavy, modular, and open-source aluminum chassis.

    We dive into the hardware, the hot-swappable switches, QMK/VIA open-source firmware, and the three questions every piece of tech must answer before it earns a spot on my desk.

    Is it repairable?
    Is it modular?
    Is it sovereign?

    100% human made. #NoAI :NoAI:

    ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kMFT5smuPhU

    Support the mission: ☕ liberapay.com/terminaltilt

    #TerminalTilt #NoAI #Keychron #QMK #VIA #MechanicalKeyboards #RightToRepair #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource #FOSS #Hardware #Linux #LinuxGaming #PlannedObsolescence #RepairNotReplace #Razer #Epomaker

  11. Terminal Tilt: Upcoming Schedule

    Tomorrow: Divoom Pixoo 64 Review.

    Monday, Feb 23: Sovereign Authentication (Part 3) – The YubiKey 5 Series Review.

    Feb 26: Keychron Q1 V2 – 4 Years Later.

    March 2: Sovereign Authentication (Part 4) – Nitrokey 3A NFC Review.

    March 5: Epomaker TH99 Pro Review.

    March 9: Sovereign Authentication (Part 5) - Token2 Keys Review

    youtube.com/@TerminalTilt

    #TerminalTilt #DigitalSovereignty #RightToRepair #Privacy #SelfHosted #YubiKey #Nitrokey #Keychron #Epomaker #Token2 #Divoom #Pixoo64 #DivoomPixoo64 #Zettlr

  12. I thought it might be fun to share the current Terminal Tilt workload and the state of things for February 2026.

    We recently crossed 1000 subscribers (currently at 1033) and 100,000 views since starting the channel in December. That is pretty amazing and it shows there is a thirst for honest #NoAI Linux based videos that explore all things technology (especially privacy).

    The "Sovereign Authentication" Series Video 0 of the hardware security key series is already live (published Feb 9!). Today was a heavy production day, I recorded the voiceovers for 3 of the 4 remaining videos. I have one more VO to capture, and then the heavy lifting begins in Kdenlive.

    Each video usually takes me between 2 and 8 hours to edit. I’ve already finished the thumbnails, so once that final recording is done (hopefully tomorrow, depending on life in general), I’m jumping straight into the timeline.

    Once the security series wraps, I am looking at my 4-year-old Keychron Q1 V2. I have heavily modified it, lubed Gateron Ink v2 Blacks, custom padding, and keycaps. That video will serve as a primer for future keyboard reviews, followed immediately by a look at the Epomaker TH99 Pro currently sitting in the box next to my desk.

    In the future, I am also working on:

    A look at the Divoom Pixoo 64 (pixel art display) and the Fanttik E2 Ultra electric screwdriver.

    A giant overview of ~50 Debian-based (non-Ubuntu) distros. I have had requests for "shiny" trend chasing distros like CachyOS, but I am resisting chasing the views.

    I am researching Linux-friendly networking equipment for future reviews, probably going to look at a few switches.

    I am also exploring the potential of doing live streaming. I have concerns about doing it on YouTube as their algorithm can penalize your long-form videos when you post VODs from past streams. I might just start streaming on Twitch, but that audience doesn't seem to fit what we are building. OwnCast would be ideal but I don't think my homelab is ideal for that setup. I could stream on PeerTube but I am also worried about filling up my allotted storage with VODs on my instance.

    Some ideas I have had for a live streaming are things like maintenance of my Thinkpad by cleaning and reapplying thermal paste, or we could do "Sysadmin Sundays Mornings" where I update and maintain all of the systems I am responsible for, or even blindly exploring obscure and unique distros together. We could also just do some Linux Gaming. We will see, no promises.

    I have a .md file overflowing with ideas, so there is plenty more to come. Thanks for following the journey!

    #TerminalTilt #GNULinux #GNU #Linux #FOSS #OpenSource #Debian #Privacy #MechanicalKeyboards #NoAI #EpoMaker #Keychron #Divoom #Pixoo64 #Fanttik #Kdenlive #YouTube #PeerTube #Twitch #OwnCast

  13. On a testé l'EPOMAKER x AULA F75 👌
    Clavier mécanique 75 % confortable, frappe douce grâce au gasket, switches Reaper efficaces, triple connexion (USB, 2,4 GHz, Bluetooth) et bonne autonomie.
    Un modèle compact et polyvalent au quotidien.
    #EPOMAKER #AULA #ClavierMecanique #Keyboard #Setup #Tech

    leveltech.fr/test-epomaker-x-a

  14. It's been a while since I've read such a good, in-depth review! This write-up on the Epomaker Hack59 (an HHKB-inspired mechanical keyboard) is a gem. Covers all the important bits. #MechanicalKeyboards #Keyboard #HHKB #Epomaker

    gadgetoid.com/2025/09/07/epoma

  15. Just got my TH99 and I must say it’s brilliant! Working well with Fedora once I got the fn lock issue sorted which just needs fnmode=2 configuring for the hid_apple kernel module.

  16. Is the Galaxy100 Lite Worth It? In-Depth Review

    I want to give a special shoutout Imegg on Fiverr for drawing my new site icon. He made me look so cool in so little time, and he deserves any attention I can send his way. If you’re looking for a cool cartoon-style portrait for a price I think is too cheap for the quality, check him out on Fiverr!

    Disclaimer

    Epomaker sent me the Galaxy100 Lite with the Wisteria Linear Switches for free to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review. Make sure you also check out my reviews for the TH108 and the HE80. I’ll also be using my Amazon affiliate link where possible. Using it before you buy anything really helps me out.

    Table of Contents

    1. Disclaimer
    2. Table of Contents
    3. What’s in the box?
    4. Features
      1. Design
      2. Performance
    5. Sound Test
    6. Review
      1. Quality
      2. Comfort
      3. Typing Experience
      4. Performance
      5. Conclusion

    What’s in the box?

    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/noNP-vSmknA

    • Galaxy100 Lite Mechanical Keyboard
    • USB-A to USB-C Braded Cable
    • Key/Switch Puller
    • 2 x Extra Switches
    • Mac Key Caps (Command and Option)
    • 2.4 GHz Dongle
    • User Manual

    Features

    The Galaxy100 Lite is a gasket mounted, full sized keyboard ready to take on any workload. It features a modern yet functional design, and is loaded with the performance to upgrade any workstation.

    Design

    The Galaxy100 Lite comes in either black or white. The sleek aluminum frame sports a 7 degree, fixed typing angle for a comfortable experience. The aluminum frame gives it its modern aesthetic, and the heft to keep it stationary. The inside layered design gives the keyboard its satisfying thacky sound.

    The Keyboard has 100 keys and a nice little knob for volume controls. All 100 keys are supported by the Feker Marble White or the Wisteria Linear switches which offer soft reliable inputs. Each key and switch is easily hot swappable with the included tool for easy repair, cleaning, and customization. Each key is also illuminated with a soft south facing RGB for those who want it. The

    Performance

    All 100 keys can be easily remapped with QMK or VIA for any task, but the preprogrammed shortcuts are handy enough for most users. The Galaxy100 Lite supports fast wireless connections through its 2.4Ghz included dongle and Bluetooth 5.0. The massive 8000mAh battery gives the keyboard the life it to keep your desk clutter free, and your workflow uninterrupted. But, the high-quality wired cable is ready to pick the slack when needed. Whether you are a gamer looking for an upgrade or an officer worker looking for a full-sized keyboard, the Galaxy100 lite promises to be exactly what you need.

    Sound Test

    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/LrUtLueX9uM

    Review

    The Galaxy100 Lite is a nice looking keyboard with solid design and decent typing sound, but it has a few issues that make it hard to recommend.

    Quality

    The Galaxy100 Lite is not a light keyboard. I was a little surprised by the weight of the box, but overall satisfied with the weight. I personally prefer a heavier keyboard. The quality of the keyboard itself is fine. The aluminum frame is elegant and well machined, and the keycaps look like they won’t fade anytime soon. The caps do feel like they are made with cheap plastic, but most people won’t notice. They will get the job done.

    Comfort

    It did take some adjusting, but the keyboard did get more comfortable with use. I wouldn’t say the Galaxy100 Lite is an ergonomic solution because at the end of the day, my hands were sore. They were still usable, but the discomfort is enough to issue a warning. I have a repetitive stress injury that requires specific ergonomics, and this discomfort won’t affect everyone. If you are using this keyboard a normal amount, it is not a problem. My issue always came after eight straight hours of my data entry job, and even then the pain is manageable. Not manageable enough to keep it as my daily driver, but enough to place it above the average cheap mechanical keyboard.

    Typing Experience

    The typing experience is average if I am being honest. The sound does sound a little cheap. It isn’t as bad as the Epomaker x Aula F75, but Epomaker x Aula F108 does it better. The Wisteria switches are solid, with an actuation force to help with the fatigue. The typing angle is where I feel the most torn. The angle is fine, but I wish I could adjust it. I find a higher angle more comfortable, but most people will be okay with 7 percent. Overall, the keyboard will do in a pinch, but it isn’t the satisfying mechanical keyboard experience I want it to be.

    Performance

    For the first couple of days that the keyboard worked, the performance was great. There was no ghosting, and I got about 10 hours on a single charge. The battery life is the best part of this keyboard because it soon started to fail. I might have gotten unlucky with a defective unit, but it does shatter my confidence in the longevity of the product.

    The first bug I encountered was the RGB failing. The lights began to flicker wildly like a lightbulb about to go out. A quick reset fixed the issue, and I would have moved on if the second bug wasn’t repeatable. If I tried to switch from the wired mode to either of the wireless while the keyboard was charging, it wouldn’t connect. It would forget my Bluetooth connection and the included dongle. Resting the keyboard fixed it the first time, resetting the Bluetooth connection worked the second time. By the third time I knew what was up, but I wanted test it. It is repeatable, at least on my unit. I know I can reach out and get a working unit, but that’s an extra step I shouldn’t have to take. Again, I might have gotten unlucky with my unit and your mileage will vary.

    Conclusion

    The Galaxy100 Lite is a very cool looking keyboard, but one that struggles to keep up with its competition. I can’t recommend the keyboard because mine came defective, and even if the next one I get doesn’t come defective, I don’t know if I can trust it to work much longer than my standard test period. If you are looking for a good full-sized keyboard, I recommend getting something like the Epomaker TH108, or the KiiBOOM Phatom 98 if you’re feeling fancy. But if you like the vibe and want to risk it, you can pick up the Galaxy100 Lite on the official Epomaker store, or on Amazon through my affiliate link.

    #2025 #blog #blogger #blogging #entertainment #epomaker #game #gaming #gamingBlog #keyboard #mechanicalKeyboard #review #Reviews #techReview #watch #wordpress #writing

  17. Bought some #Gateron Aliaz Silent Tactile Switches to switch out the brown Cherry switches in my #Epomaker #Skyloong #GK68 I use for work. Now I'm thinking of also changing the #Kailh Blue Navies in my #DygmaDefy... I do like the clicky Kailh, but tactile may be a new interest. Maybe I'll order some more switches to test. Any tips for tactile (that you can really feel and 100gf or heavier) switches?

  18. Bought some #Gateron Aliaz Silent Tactile Switches to switch out the brown Cherry switches in my #Epomaker #Skyloong #GK68 I use for work. Now I'm thinking of also changing the #Kailh Blue Navies in my #DygmaDefy... I do like the clicky Kailh, but tactile may be a new interest. Maybe I'll order some more switches to test. Any tips for tactile (that you can really feel and 100gf or heavier) switches?

  19. Had enough switches being grumpy that I decided it was time for an update.

    From Cherry Blues with no gaskets or any of that fancy stuff to pre-lubed #Epomaker Creamy Jades and gaskets.

    What a difference.

    Need to source some mac keys for the right-side modifier cluster.

    #MechanicalKeyboard

  20. Okay, so I couldn't get my #Epomaker Split 65 keyboard to do a ` key, so I did a macro chord, on the mac keyboard

    {KC_RSFT,KC_RALT,KC_NUBS} so you don't get the weird § character on the fn+escape combo.

    #ProTip (mac layout is via layers 2 and 3)

  21. Thanks @benjaminhollon It’s an GK96XS with Godsend keycaps from . The caps are described as “OEM Profile Thick PBT.” I have a few sets from YMDK and like them all.