09-13-2017, 08:33 AM | #1 |
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hand written notes + 10" e-reader
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I'm looking for a ~10" device capable of note taking on PDFs. Looking at older models both because of budget and b/c I don't want a touch screen (avoid accidental touch etc. I still use a blackberry :-p), so I'm only looking at older pen devices. The edge can do it, but it's big/heavy and very old (android 2.2). From what I saw I should be looking at: Irex 1000 Boox m92/m96 pocketbook 903/912 I prefer linux, but android kitkat is also fine. Reading the wiki etc. I saw the pocket book has issues with PDF - does anyone know if it was resolved? and are there any other models I should look at? |
09-23-2017, 02:50 AM | #2 |
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Galaxy Tab A 10.0. tablet. Can be had on sale for 250, used for less than that. It is touch but has palm rejection. It has excellent noting taking apps. Lecture Notes, One Note, Quid, and others including PDF annotation apps. It uses Wacom which is the best pen type you can buy for note taking. Writing is very smooth and you it doesn't register touch if the pen is near the screen.
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09-23-2017, 03:44 PM | #3 | |
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09-23-2017, 05:35 PM | #4 |
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I recomend you reMarkable eBook reader.
10.3" display Linux E-ink carta Pena with 2000 levels of pressure Can read/write epubs and pdf I think that is perfect for you |
09-23-2017, 07:14 PM | #5 |
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09-23-2017, 08:00 PM | #6 |
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Is available, but first batch is just departed. Second batch, my batch, will ship up to four weeks from now. Third batch will be shipped in October or so. If you biy it now maybe you receive it on November or December.
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09-24-2017, 04:21 PM | #7 |
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You're right. I had forgotten that there were two models. I don't know what the ops budget is but this tablet is the best bang for the buck when it comes to note-taking devices. I also have the Galaxy Tab S3 with S Pen. Its double the price and a nice unit but its not worth double the price. It's just a matter if you need top of the line screen, a more premium build and an extra 16gb of storage. The added storage is nice I'll admit, but spending that, 499 on sale, 597 normal prices. Now you're in iPad Pro range. Also very good at drawing and handwriting but a lot more storage options. I've always found the ereader note annotation devices to be lacking. Usually underpowered and overpriced. I demand complete smoothness with no lag when writing. Perhaps today's devices are better but you can do so much more with a tablet.
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09-29-2017, 02:27 AM | #8 |
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I agree that the Samsung devices with S-Pen are excellent (I have the Note Pro 12.2). If you don't mind the backlit LCD screen, they are much more versatile than any e-ink reader or tablet.
If you prefer e-ink and only need a good reading and handwriting experience, I recommend the Hanvon E930. It's virtually unknown outside of China, but it's one of the most advanced e-ink tablets, with dual touch and frontlight, 10-inch screen, and pleasant writing experience with virtually zero lag. You can order it from China (new) or check the MobileRead Flea Market for used devices. |
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Most people I know can't read properly on LCD either, not properly. I found that on e-paper I can concentrate pretty well. If it's really important I'll still print it though. When I read I concentrate quite a bit, it's not casual light reading like a newspaper or web forums or whatever. It's thorough. Quote:
The ReMarkable seems to be similar (according to the video in the link at least), the price tag is high though, but I'll get a newer OS so if it will really be as good as it looks I might consider it. |
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10-06-2017, 04:07 PM | #12 |
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In that case since you do have a few choices, get what best fits your budget and good luck in all your studies.
I still find paper works best for some things. Cross stitch patterns come to mind. |
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