This relates loosely to the OpenRPN project. Virtually all of the complaints I've heard regarding the 49G+ relate to quality of build issues. Our proposed retrofit kit would include:
*Hinged keys
*Molded labels on both keys and the keyboard fascia
*Voyager style keys (no more side-by-side shift labels)
*Optically optimized blue and orange shift labels
*Plain black finish
*A real double-width ENTER key and 48gx style layout
*New tactile domes
*Water resistant enclosure
The kit will likely cost in the neighborhood of $50. Profits will go directly toward equipment and development costs for OpenRPN (if this idea is successful our production facilities will be fully capable for OpenRPN hardware assembly and manufacturing!)
If you are interested in buying such a kit please send me an e-mail with "49G+ kit" somewhere in the subject heading and state how many you honestly anticipate buying.
Questions, comments and other ideas are welcome.
Best Regards,
HDE