Thanks for the comment! I definitely recommend them. They're pricey, but I love mine!

I definitely find that I break through blocks when I'm taking a walk or a shower. But I also definitely need help keeping focused on writing during writing time. That's why I like the pomodoro method and making breaks part of the structure of my day rather than just taking a break whenever I feel like it.

@@WritersWins I suppose every author has their own method of focusing on their work and releasing blockages. Some listen to music (one of my methods) before starting to write, others take the dog for a walk. I've tried the pomodoro method and found myself staring at the timer waiting for it to count down so that I can look up my emails LOL!

Thanks for the kind words. Let’s go arrest someone!

Same here. It seems counterintuitive, but it really can be more productive to schedule breaks rather than just trying to work all day long.

That’s just, like, your opinion, man.

@@WritersWins 2 comments, to state the same. Just don't use this, keep your phone in a different room. Imagine you actually have an emergency and your phone is locked, or a relative/friend needs your help. Just horrendous idea of a gadget.

I hear you, but I do like combining the timer with the lockbox. And seeing it on my desk does remind me to put the phone away and get to work.

I think my microphone might be making it sound louder than it is. It might be loud for a very quiet place, but you don’t need earplugs or anything.

If you could put in a good word, I would gladly make room for a Hemingwrite!

Fair enough, but have you ever tried to write a novel on a watch?

I used the keycaps from a Nuphy Air75. I’d replaced those keycaps with one of their sets.

@@WritersWins Great idea 💯

The factory keycaps are square and felt clumsy under my fingers, but some people might like them. The good news is that they can be customized if you want to use a different type of keycap.

@@WritersWins great, thanx for the info!

@@AtlantisData-bd1dt no problem!

Whatever helps you get the words down!

Thanks, you too!

Thanks for the comment. I’ll turn the light up when filming. The lag is unfortunate. I was just writing today on my Supernote with Bluetooth keyboard, and it has less lag and a much cleaner looking refresh. The lag on the Freewrite doesn’t bother me too much, but there are e-ink screens out there doing it better.

Haha I felt so silly doing that. I'm a writer, not an actor!

That’s a tough question. I got the Alpha used and had a discount code from nanowrimo that I used for the typewriter. If I was only going to keep one, it would be the typewriter. It’s definitely a luxury, but I think I’m going to write more with it than without, so it’s worth it to me.

No problem, thanks for watching!

@@WritersWinsdid you do the keycap replacement yet?

Sorry I somehow missed that part of your comment! No, I haven't replaced them yet, but I'll do a quick video about it. I'm not sure if the replacements I got are going to be the same quality as the new ones that come standard, but we'll see. Here's a link to the ones I bought: getfreewrite.com/products/black-keycap-set-for-freewrite-3rd-gen-compatible

Yeah, I definitely want to try out an AlphaSmart, but I haven’t gotten my hands on one yet. I think the sync method of typing into a file on your computer is hilarious and clever.

@@WritersWins They're a dream to type on and the display is very easy to read. Originally they came with Windows and Mac software to move text files on and off them directly, but having it emulate a keyboard is quite clever and a great bit of future-proofing! If someone comes across one without the software, the software stops working due to OS updates, or someone wants to use it on an OS there's no software for (e.g., Linux, etc), they can still fully utilize the device and easily get their writing off of it. They're really an amazing bit of design and engineering. They even thought to include a guide on the bottom label that explains how to use it and all the keyboard shortcuts if you don't have the manual lol

@@Retro6502 I love design that builds in solutions like that. You're probably going to be responsible for my next ebay purchase!

Thanks! Be careful if you shake your keyboard!