Create Naya review: Split keyboard not working

RGB lighting has incredibly limited customization with a small number of preset colors and animations, which cannot be modified directly in the software. Instead, it can only be modified by remapping keys (usually on one of the secondary layers) to specific effects. The default map has individual key combinations designated as red, green, blue, etc., which makes customization tedious and prevents any fine-grained color adjustments. This means that if you’re using red switches, you’re stuck with the slightly pink color of RGB bouncing off the red switch stems. With more precise RGB color tuning, you’ll be able to make the color a little cooler to compensate for this.

The software is still in beta, so many of these details will likely change in the future. Naya’s developers told me specifically that battery life will be displayed in the app, and they have other updates planned to improve functionality. However, it’s frustrating that the software isn’t fully functional upon release, and – like anything in the software world – there’s no way to know. finally That these updates will occur. Naya updates the software semi-regularly, but I would strongly caution against purchasing any The product comes with the promise of future software improvements.

Impressive build quality

Despite the technical issues this keyboard has, the build quality is really impressive. It’s a beautiful piece of engineering. The main shell is manufactured using both CNC machining and aluminum extrusion, allowing for a seamless center section that looks sleek and eye-catching. The hinges are solid and maintain their angle easily, and the units magnetically lock into place with a satisfying click. The RGB lighting is generally bright and color-accurate (although the red stems of the low-profile keys can color the underside of the keycaps), and the custom keycaps all look great, being reasonably thick and having a comfortable matte feel.

This keyboard was not designed with repairability in mind. To access the middle section’s printed circuit board (PCB), you need to remove a dozen screws, remove the board, disconnect two ribbon cables, and then gently slide the PCB off the side of the chassis, all done within the confines of a very thin shell. Ribbon cables are held in place using two standard locking mechanisms and Adhesive pads, disturbing the whole process by introducing dried adhesive to almost every internal connection.