@interjc: Omarchy is now playable, and I've installed Rime and Mozc input methods. Overall, it's better than I imagined, but some keyboard shortcuts still need to be familiarized, and the touchpad is prone to accidental touches. PS: My old machine is a 2014 MacBook Pro, Intel i5 + 8G RAM...
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The user installed and tested the Omarchy system on a 2014 MacBook Pro, using Rime and Mozc input methods. The overall experience exceeded expectations, but the keyboard shortcuts and touchpad operation need to be adapted to.
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Omarchy is playable now, also installed Rime and Mozc input methods
Overall better than I expected, just need to get used to some shortcuts and the trackpad is really prone to accidental touches
PS: My old laptop is a 2014 MacBook Pro, Intel i5 + 8GB RAM, seems to run quite smoothly so far https://t.co/Su7tcTL37d
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