My primary message for today: You really can build a SeedSigner yourself !!! ( even if you're not "technical" !!! ) Myth 1, 2: I can't find a Zero 1.3 and even if I could, I don't know how to solder! Reality: The Zero W is widely available, commonly comes with the GPIO pins already attached, and is an acceptable substitute in builds. Our released software doesn't contain any of the necessary code to make the board's wireless comms, and if you would like the additional assurance, you can physically and permanently disable the boards wireless functionality with a pair of needle-nose pliers or tweezers. Myth 3: I don't have a 3d printer and/or don't have an enclosure! Reality: Our lead developer has been doing enclosure-less builds for YEARS. You can use zip ties, spare bolts, tape, or even legos to hold the parts together. (Maybe @KeithMukai will reply to this with some examples of his builds.) Myth 4: I don't even know what to buy and probably can't find the parts anyway! Reality: the parts to build a SeedSigner are available from dozens of vendors all over the world. We provide information on the exact things you need both at seedsigner.com/hardware and in our Github repository. They are inexpensive and many can get what they need for a build for about $50. Myth 5: It's overwhelming and I won't know what to do if I get stuck! Reality: We have an amazing Telegram channel loaded with helpful people who can answer questions and troubleshoot build issues. They can even help you find sources for parts depending on what part of the world you are in. Just let all help happen out in the open in the main chat -- ignore unsolicited DMs. You can easily find the link for the Telegram channel at seedsigner.com. YOU CAN DO THIS!!!

Going to brag a little on our UI/UX designer @easyuxd -- I consistently hear wonderful things about the @SeedSigner UI. Built with love and given away for free for the greater good of the bitcoin community. 🧡 xitter.cf/bitcoin_design/status/…

This is what I've been working for the last several days; it is easily my favorite signer enclosure of the ones I've created in terms of the aesthetics, the form factor, and the usability of the controls. Read on if you'd like a little more "inside baseball" on this design. 👇 I heavily borrowed from the compact "Push Case" that @Kayth21 shared in the @SeedSigner github repo (github.com/SeedSigner/seedsi…) and of course have to credit the nym called "Black Coffee" for the idea to incorporate Nintendo-themed design elements (Black Coffee created a similar design a few years ago that was available for purchase for a brief period of time, and is still frequently asked about). Kayth really refined the idea of a fixed-position thumbstick topper in his push case design, as well as masterfully handled board spacing and the microSD card port. His button design is also very clever, with the lower button covers fitting around the circuit board buttons. Because of the fine tolerances between the components, I had to make some adjustments for the parts to render properly on my printers, and also modified his clamshell-style assembly to work with my drop-in approach. The DPAD topper works surprisingly quite well, especially for an FDM-printed part. The right button stack are snug with hardly any play. The memory card can no longer get lost inside the enclosure and can still be grasped with your fingers for removal. And Kayth's handling of the camera holds it perfectly centered in its respective port. This is also the first time I've offered a protective case with a printed-signer, and the grey/red color combo makes for a great initial presentation. I'll eventually also be offering a non-themed version in different colors but wanted to get this one out there immediately because it made me think of Christmas mornings when I was a kid. I was 8 years old when the original 8-bit Nintendo became available in the states, and spent many hours at a friend's house in front of a huge console TV playing the original Super Mario Brothers, before getting a system of my own a year or so later. Designers inevitably leave little bits of themselves in their work, and I'm particularly proud of this model. ❤️🩶🖤