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@fromjason have you ever been down the rabbit hole of #writerdeck s?

See: https://www.writerdeck.org

writerDeck.org

Information about dedicated writing devices, digital typewriters, or modern word processors.

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Brad LinderMar 11

Lilbits: Rabbit’s Project Cyberdexk, Apple’s MacBook Ultra, and Qualcomm’s Arduino Ventuno Q

The Rabbit R1 launched in 2024 as a handheld AI device with an unusual design featuring a bright orange case and a scroll wheel for navigation. It was widely panned by reviewers for failing to live up to its limited promise. But the company behind the device has continued to plug away at the software in an effort to make the weird little device more useful.

Now Engadget reports that Rabbit is […]

#arduino #arduinoVentunoQ #cyberdeck #dynabook #dynabookPortegeX45w #lilbits #lpcamm2 #macbook #macbookUltra #miniLaptop #projectCyberdeck #qualcomm #rabbit #rabbitProjectCyberdeck #solidrunP100 #writerdeck Read more: https://liliputing.com/lilbits-3/
Gabriel Viso CarreraMar 9

Flight mode, disabling the touchpad and putting #Apostrophe in full screen turns any laptop into a wonderful #WriterDeck for an extra charge of $0.

Remember to donate to the software you love!

https://apps.gnome.org/en/Apostrophe/

Apostrophe – Apps for GNOME

Edit Markdown in style – Focus on your writing with a clean, distraction-free markdown editor. Features: An UI tailored to comfortable writingA distraction-free modeDark, light and sepia themesEverything you expect from a t...

James StegallMar 4

A few of my writing devices for an upcoming post on Writer Decks for SFWA's Planetside Magazine

#SFWA #writerdeck #thinkpad #byok #alphasmart #pomera #amwriting

Author HelpFeb 7

Robin has written a review of #WriterDeckOS, which is designed to turn an old laptop or chromebook into a distraction-free writing machine.
https://phillipsuk.org/robin/posts/2026/2026-02-03-writerdeckos/

#WriterDeck #WritersOfMastodon #WritingCommunity

@bookstodon @writingbooks

WriterDeckOS Review

I’ve been interested in the concept of writer decks for years, since I first discovered that some people use old AlphaSmart devices in that way. People who use writer decks find it helpful to write on a device with no distractions. When I’m writing my books, I refer to my sources and notes (stored on a computer) a lot. If I used a writer deck to write, I’d still need a computer close by for reference, so I don’t want a writer deck for my main writing. But I’m still fascinated by the idea. I recently discovered WriterDeckOS, and decided to try it out on an old laptop.

Robin Phillips
Author HelpFeb 3

Robin tried WriterDeckOS and wrote a review on their blog.

... if you’re looking for a writer deck, an old laptop running WriterDeckOS is a good choice.

https://phillipsuk.org/robin/posts/2026/2026-02-03-writerdeckos/

#WriterDeck #WriterDeckOS @tinker

WriterDeckOS Review

I’ve been interested in the concept of writer decks for years, since I first discovered that some people use old AlphaSmart devices in that way. People who use writer decks find it helpful to write on a device with no distractions. When I’m writing my books, I refer to my sources and notes (stored on a computer) a lot. If I used a writer deck to write, I’d still need a computer close by for reference, so I don’t want a writer deck for my main writing. But I’m still fascinated by the idea. I recently discovered WriterDeckOS, and decided to try it out on an old laptop.

Robin Phillips
Brad LinderFeb 2

Zerowriter Ink is now shipping: An open source E Ink word processor with a mechanical keyboard

The Zerowriter Ink is a portable word processor with a mechanical keyboard, a 5.2 inch, 1280 x 720 pixel E Ink display, an ESP32 microcontroller, support for WiFi and Bluetooth, and a 5,000 mAh battery. It runs open source software designed to offer a distraction-free writing experience.

Zerowriter Ink developer Adam Wilk launched a crowdfunding campaign for the device in 2024, and now Wilk […]

#crowdfunding #distractionFreeWriting #openHardware #openSource #writerdeck #zerowriter #zerowriterInk Read more: https://liliputing.com/zerowriter-ink-is-now-shipping-an-open-source-e-ink-word-processor-with-a-mechanical-keyboard/
Toby KurienFeb 1
First prototype of my #diy #handheld #cyberdeck powered by a #RaspberryPi Zero. Unlike my previous tablet designs, this one is aimed at low power for extended battery life, focussing on command-line use. It will be used mainly for reading ebooks/websites, e-mail, SSH, note-taking and some coding fun. It could work well as a #writerdeck too. It has a 2000mAh battery under the keyboard providing 13 hours of continuous reading time. Next I need to design and print a cover… https://tobykurien.com/post-1769934638
Gareth HalfacreeJan 20

Right, #Hackster round-up time - starting with a fantastic #writerdeck project, powered by a #RaspberryPi, designed for a "minimal stimulation" environment for the days when its creator is having an ME/CFS crash.

No screen, only eight keys - you can type while lying down and moving only your fingertips. Fantastic.

https://www.hackster.io/news/this-headless-one-handed-writerdeck-delivers-minimal-stimulation-for-me-cfs-crashes-d3ad10529dd6

#Technology #News #Accessibility #Cyberdeck #3DPrinting #Makers

This Headless, One-Handed Writerdeck Delivers Minimal Stimulation for ME/CFS Crashes

Powered by a Raspberry Pi and the ARTSEY one-handed keyboard layout, this compact gadget needs only fingertip movement.

Hackster.io
Tim ChaseJan 19

@neil

Was just coding this afternoon on my netbook…it's slow as molasses, and wheezes at the use of most GUI applications, but my #writerdeck helps keep me focused on the project at hand 🥰