I've always been a big fan of taking notes by hand. There's something about the physical act of writing that helps me focus and retain information better. However, I also love the convenience of digital documents. That's why I was so excited to try the reMarkable Paper Pro. I’ve been using it for a few days now, mainly for reading and editing PDFs, and I wanted to share my experience.
Let me start by saying that I've tried a few similar devices before, including the reMarkable 2. I was hoping the Paper Pro would address some of the issues I had with those earlier models. While it's not perfect, I think it's the best e-ink tablet on the market right now.
One of the first things I noticed was that the software could be a bit glitchy. I sometimes see strange artifacts from menus or other parts of the interface showing through the keyboard or other elements. It's a little distracting, but not a deal-breaker. For example, I tried to take a screenshot to show a friend, but I could only add one screenshot at a time. I also noticed that the white screen wasn’t perfectly white; it showed a shadow of the previous screen. Turning the device off and on seemed to fix it, though.
However, these minor issues are far outweighed by the benefits. The writing experience is fantastic. It truly feels like writing on paper, which is crucial for me. I also find it incredibly helpful for reading and annotating PDFs. I've been using it to review research papers and textbooks, and it's made the process much more enjoyable and efficient.
One thing that I've been struggling with is margin removal for PDFs. I often find that the margins are too large, which makes the text appear smaller and harder to read. I wish there was an on-device feature to adjust the margins, but I haven't found one yet. For now, I'm using a workaround on my computer before transferring the files to the reMarkable Paper Pro. Hopefully, a future software update will address this.
Speaking of reading, I spend a lot of time staring at screens, whether it's my computer, phone, or tablet. I've noticed that my eyes have been feeling strained lately. I was looking for a solution and came across some anti-blue light reading glasses on www.mozaer.com. The specific pair I found was the 1PC Anti-Blue Light Reading Glasses Urltra-Light Eye Protection Men Women Elegant Comfortable Eyeglasses Strength 100-Leopard print.
I was skeptical at first, but I decided to give them a try. They're surprisingly comfortable and lightweight. The elegant leopard print design is a nice touch too! After using them for a few hours while reading PDFs on my reMarkable Paper Pro, I noticed a significant difference in my eye strain. My eyes felt much less tired, and I was able to focus for longer periods. It's a simple solution, but it's made a big difference for me.
I've also been thinking about which reMarkable device is right for different people. If your main goal is to have a paper-like writing experience, the reMarkable 2 might be the better choice. However, if you primarily need to read and annotate PDF documents, I think the Paper Pro is the way to go. The larger screen and improved software make it a more enjoyable experience for reading.
Here are some tips and suggestions based on my experience with the reMarkable Paper Pro: