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Recommendations re writing tablets e.g. reMarkable (aussie.zone)

submitted 10 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I want to get back into creative writing, and for work I prefer to take handwritten notes (I have my own weird shorthand and it helps with retention). I'd also like the ability to write at night and not disturb my partner.

I don't want to go near iOS and the tablet would be primarily used for writing purposes.

Any recommendations or 'what to avoid's?

Sorry if wrong community, I couldn't find another relevant

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago (3 children)

If I had the choice I would have gotten a Supernote A5X because they are a more ethical company, conscious of sustainability (their pen nib does not need replacing) and they provide a road map for updates so you know what's coming. I'm not able to get one, however, because I live in the UK and shipping and taxes end up nearly doubling the cost.

That said, from what I read, the best writing experience is with the reMarkable, though as others have said, the subscription service is a frustrating addition. They give you a year free when you buy new. This was my best option and I'll be getting one soon.

I also looked at Boox which has color options and a back light but the writing experience isn't as good because there is a gap in the screen where the back light is meaning its more like writing on a white board than paper.

This blog solely reviews ereaders and they go into a lot of detail: https://goodereader.com/blog/

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago (2 children)

Great info, thanks! I'm sure I'll need to pay the 'I'm that island country down south that all tech companies like to fuck over' tax...

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago (1 children)

If you mean Australia, I just checked shipping with reMarkable and it's free.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

How did you know! Cheers mate :)