SURPRISE! The Tablet That Won This iPad Fan Over...

[@thomasday5777]

I've had the supernote for about 9 months. Love it. It just suits my needs for notetaking and planning things out.

[@enigmo20]

I’ve had mine for two years, now. I love the “non distraction” writing experience of the Remarkable 2. Something about writing my thoughts out that I go to it when I really need to think through my thought processes.

[@oninomarugoku226]

So how about the batterie, how long does it last?

[@carlstevenwilletts]

The Remarkable is an alternative for pen/pencil and paper, not an iPad. That's a good thing (in my opinion) as there are many advantages for content creation and memorisation when it come to pen and paper. Many times I have typed a document of several thousand words only to remember very little of it later. Digital devices are wonderful for editing and production, but far too distracting for many people when it comes to content creation.

[@denisepinet9472]

I've had my remarkable for almost 3 years. I love that there is no light shining in your face. Its distraction free. I have the type folio and I love it. To sync it takes less than 5 seconds. The type folio is not for everyone as some people think its just like a normal keyboard. Its not like the keyboard on your laptop. There are shortcuts on it that I use daily. Battery lasts longer on remarkable as you don't have to charge it everyday like you have to with an ipad. Depending on the usage I usually only charge once a week or sometimes every two weeks.

[@Bruceneuman]

I have the RM2, the Scribe, iPads and MacAir. Too many devices but that is another issue. If I really want to focus on writing, my personal best option is a good word app on the iPad or the Mac, combined with noise cancelling headphones. I bought the e-ink devices for work, where I have to do a fair amount of note taking. The paper used to mount up, so the e-ink tablets have helped enormously with that. I also use the iPad’s with the Apple Pencil 2 for note taking. They work fine but the e-ink tablets have a long battery life that reaches into days and weeks. Eventually all the notes get moved to Apple notes. As for the RM2 or the Scribe, there are days I reach for one and other days when I reach for the other. The Scribe’s software has been improved over the past several months and I do prefer the front lit screen. I think it is a better hardware device overall. I also have the RM TypeFolio, which is a brilliantly designed keyboard and case. It works well but the software has a long way to go. By the way, pen and paper still has its place and scanning the pages is as easy as it can be these days. I am not sure I have helped anyone here, except to say that if your budget is limited, buy a laptop or an iPad and Apple Pencil 2 first, together pen and paper if you like writing in long hand. Get a good pair of noise cancelling headphones, as well. As the budget or specific need grows, add an e-ink tablet. RM2 and Scribe are both good choices, in my experience.

[@lowlightRN]

Thanks. What Anc phone do you currently use?

[@Evergreen64]

I was really excited when they announced the Remarkable tablet. Then they came out with it and revealed the price. I'm not making money with this so that's a big chunk of money. And not only is the tablet $300 but they don't even give you a stylus. You have to buy that separately. And it's either $80 or $125. That's when it totally lost me.

[@cynthias4159]

The Kindle Scribe got an update, getting better.

[@rush48192]

I have both the scribe and remarkerable 2, I like the remarkable software, but the 300 dpi on the scribe is a must, i am sure once the remarkable 3 hits it will be king once again

[@MTM358]

I tried the Remarkable and returned it. It's too locked down. I do enjoy my Onyx Boox Air2. Better value IMO… even if the syncing is less elegant, it's still free. Even the accessories for the R1 are absurdly overpriced. And the battery life was awful compared to the Air2, which runs full-on Android and has a better built-in notes taking app. And I turn almost all of the Android stuff like notifications off, but it's nice having the Play Store for productivity apps.

[@melissaf7807]

Excellent video. I have a scribe, iPad Pro, and even got the Boox note air 3c. Every one of those devices has their own place in my life and especially since I have physical limitations with my eyes and my muscles now. I really like the rm2 and I know they say the supernote is better but I just can’t seem to return the rm2 to the store and everything you said is spot on. I do love it

[@bra1217]

My boss bought me the remarkable 2 for work and I absolutely love it. I will definitely say this, people will notice you that is for sure so if you don't want people to approach you and ask you about the remarkable 2 don't buy one lol.

[@michaelmills6732]

I love my Remarkable 2. But I also have an iPad Pro and a Mac studio. They all have their place.

[@petepaxton5109]

You're all probably gonna think I'm crazy but I bought a Tab s8 a while back and I put a specific paperfeel screen protector on it. I've been using it to take notes for quite some time now and I got used to it and now I really like it. I can turn on either focus mode or do not disturb mode but to be honest I don't always need to be in distraction free mode. The note app I use almost replicates the Remarkable experience perfectly with nearly every feature. But I do like that I can add color or color highlights to my notes on my tab s8. But to be fair I gave the Remarkable a shot. To be honest I just didn't feel like I was using it any differently than my Tab s8. It just seemed like I was carrying another device around but doing the same thing and spending another $350. So I ended up sending it back. I see the appeal for some but it just not needed for my use case

[@boundarywaterz]

Welp, the link went to Amazon and you had listed that it was expensive at $199. ………. It’s now $598…….I’m out

[@nickjr2189]

Might as well buy an iPad

[@theencryptedpartition4633]

Boox- one of the e-ink gadget brands which also appeal to me a lot. They have this cool e ink monitor called Mira Pro which is just gem, I would seriously buy it over Studio Display or even Pro Display XDR

[@basic.productions.2002]

I’d love to have one of these in a smaller, “iPad Mini” size to sit next to my keyboard and mouse for my daily notes/to-do’s, as well as it being more portable in a smaller-sized bag.

[@jacob.williams]

For a month, I agonized over getting an iPad mini, the Supernote A6x (slightly smaller than the iPad), or just sticking with my Moleskine Smart Writing setup. I talked myself out of the Supernote because the iPad could sync notes on GoodNotes to my IPad Pro and Mac. But the Supernote just seemed so appealing, and I figured I’d never know if I didn’t try it. One month later, I am in love with my Supernote. Light. Small and portable. I feel Chris glossed over a lot cons with the Remarkable 2 and maybe could have said a little on what features the Scribe leaves him desiring - though I can guess because the device is still pushing tons major features via software updates. Anyway, for me the A6x is the perfect size for me. The battery lasts since it is e-ink, and hey, you can even read Kindle books on it. I think any relatively new e-ink device in a small form factor will fit your needs. I was genuinely surprised with e-ink and the writing experience of the Supernote.

[@techandmoney]

I have long tried to wrap my head around trying this tablet. I love the idea of it. Just can't get past the fact that any note app on iPad can take care of this ... and save you the money of this tablet.

[@Dailytekk]

Yes. That kept me from trying it for a long time too. Too long. I find this sort of tablet to me the ultimate focus mode.

[@Rackstack234]

@@Dailytekkquestion - couldn't you just put your iPad into focus mode?

[@GeoffGrant2010]

I keep notebooks for To Do and Photography. Can I keep folders in Remarkable equivalent to my notebooks? Can you write as easily with the Apple Pencil on an iPad (I’ve never learned the Pencil)? If so, why not just use that?

[@STRaphelCatholicChurch]

Hi Chris Do you still feel the same way about the Remarkable? I have tried to use the IPad to take notes and it just does not feel natural.Even with PaperLike which helps, but…….

[@matatoto9805]

It’s really great for some people. To me it’s not. I pretty much NEED external inspiration to translate my ideas most of the time, ideas I gather from different places on the internet, like pinterest for example. I see the remarkable as a medium to create basic black and white sketches, something I much rather use a physical paper notebook than the remarkable. But thats just me.

[@Velaya818]

Great video!! Very inspiring to hear how you’re using it.

[@jorgecarrasco4206]

This is an eink tablet released a couple of years ago and with is lagging behind compared to other competitors

[@patrickbarosy7452]

Hi Chris, What app are you using for the Eisenhower Matrix widget on the iPad? Great video!

[@msteppling3550]

I like this review and when comparing prices and functionality, I am going to pursue the iPad mini when my ipad 8 needs to be retired.

[@UrsulaPowers]

I appreciate your comparisons with these e ink tablets. I agree that writing flows well with thinking!

[@ogdanem]

how do you sync it to your Mac? how do the files appear on the Mac? which format?

[@t0dd000]

"Handwriting can be slow and typing is faster" Er ... You don't write in cursive do you? ;)

[@t0dd000]

Whoa. This is the first reviewer who ranked Remarkable over Supernote.

[@keithbeckwith9253]

I have a remarkable and Love it I am interested if you were to do a review of a keyboard.

[@gilbertgk]

How is this different than Kindle Scribe?

[@rush48192]

Remarkable has way better software, but the 300 dpi really makes a difference. They just need the scribe to keep putting out updates, oh also the back light on the scribe is a big deal,

[@IBELONGTOJESUS2022]

I've seen other reviews on diffrent TABS they have the boox and ipad and kindle. But I love my remarkable. I have Adhd so I don't like the distractions. If I need to get files i use my iphone . The fact it doesn't have ligjting I can get a clip light.

[@Dailytekk]

Boox just sent me theirs... testing now...

[@lewis1180]

You do the best reviews.

[@ianvjones]

Can it also be a eBook?

[@GarethHart]

Can you connect to files in OneDrive using the reMarkable?

[@justjonoutdoors]

Yes

[@subhayandas6122]

Simply use good notes

[@therealwildwildwest]

Ouch on the price

[@im.totushi]

extremely expensive, better grab a 99 cent notebook and pen, has the same effect, no need for super expensive equipment to make you creative

[@Dailytekk]

Nothing wrong with actual paper… no syncing, infinite paper/pages, etc. both good options.

[@im.totushi]

@@Dailytekk don't get me wrong, the product it self seems to be very useful the mayor draw back is the price, wondering what is the most expensive component used on the device that drove the high price

[@LvUhcX]

this doesn’t have to replace your iPad tho ….

[@Dailytekk]

It shouldn’t / can’t “replace” an iPad… but that’s not how I’m using it.

[@kryzel17]

I want that, I am easy distracted and I do not want a lot of paper

[@marymadigan9707]

Sounds super cool nice one 👏😎🇮🇪

[@andreasdk]

Remarkable is remarkably overrated. Yes, you can transfer your handwritten notes to your computer. But you still need to retype everything if you ever wants to use any of your ideas. Buy a pencil and a stack of paper and you're MUCH better off. PS: Anyone wants to by a Remarkable 2?

[@denisepinet9472]

You can covert your handwritten notes in the remarkable app. Or just do it on the remarkable.

[@juliahartley-barnes975]

There are a few reasons I just wouldn’t buy it. Price; $279 - Do expensive for such a single focus device I’m not proud of this, but I’ve used computers, iPads and iPhones for so long that my handwriting is child-like now. And when I do write I apply so much pressure my hand hurts in as little as 10 minutes. No backlight? I dig the simplicity of this device, but without a backlight I’m stuck using it in daylight or artificial light. Refresh seems slow. Again, the price. Seriously, if it was a $99 tablet I’d pick one up just to practice my handwriting. But at $279? Too much is lacking.

[@GermanGonzalez]

Kindle scribe is no bueno?

[@enigmo20]

I have one, it’s so light on the note taking functionality; it’s not worth the effort to use the Scribe to take notes and thoughts. Maybe in about another year when Amazon can give us more functionalities, it’ll be better.

[@Dailytekk]

The ONLY thing I like about it is making notes on book highlights with the stylus... otherwise I really haven't enjoyed it

[@shanghaichica]

@@enigmo20I like mine.

[@WorkItJ216]

First!!! ❤ ❤ ❤ I am thinking about getting one of these for work only. I don’t need a internet connection. This would be perfect.

[@Martinez_Photos]

This will not end up in my toolbox because I can think of many other things to spend my money on.

[@dominator5498]

Its absolutely ridiculous to spend $600+ USD because you can’t turn on airplane mode. I like your videos and you have some of the best hair on KZbin but suggesting you don’t have your iPhone or MacBook open right next to this is probably a fib. This is just another overpriced gadget that the technologically addicted justify buying. The fact that it uploads and only to a third party cloud storage for an additional cost (subscription) puts this thing in the ‘elite only’ catagory.

[@Jake_1934]

Airplane mode is such a good idea! Thanks! Solved my "need" for an expensive item.

[@Alvinladen]

Airplane mode will not turn your display into e-ink

[@Jake_1934]

Im not the biggest fan on the e-ink

[@t0dd000]

Eink is the draw. Just ... So. Much. Better. Plus the focus. Plus the pen to paper feel.

[@jimcoon]

Not going to be carrying around another “productivity tool”. Here’s an idea for people who need to quickly jot down an idea - Get a nice, yellow legal pad and a Bic Pen. this stuff gets WAY over-thought. People spend half their lives learning new Apps. Pen and paper people. Cheap. Handy. Nothing to learn.

[@RA-gk5zg]

What an overpriced ripoff. Get an Ipad Air with a matte screen protector and you have good writing experience and a million more functions.

[@Dailytekk]

Missing the point

[@RA-gk5zg]

@@Dailytekk I heard your point. In my opinion lack of mental discipline is not a buying point.

[@t0dd000]

A really well designed pocket knife is more often than not far more useful than a multiplier. Heh. Plus eink, a significant improvement. And plus a far FAR superior pen-and-paper feel.

[@t0dd000]

If you still want those zillion functions AND a superior experience ... Boox Tab Ultra C.

[@blakeds1]

You should've started with the price!!!! After the entire video, i realized I wasted my time because I looked up the price for it. I'LL STICK TO MY IPAD. This video deserves 3 thumbs down, again, because you didn't start with how much it cost!!!

[@caedengoering]

You need to chill out. He didn’t start with the price because everyone would’ve immediately dropped off. If you’re ever curious - you can just Google the product itself to see if it’s worth getting interested in. You’re not mad at him - you’re just mad about the price.

[@WeberBaker]

Wow, calm down.

[@t0dd000]

It's ... Um ... Cheaper than an iPad.

[@ceo_Angelop]

Dude lol this is great 😂😂😂

[@theencryptedpartition4633]

Bro understands the concept of Deep work! Respect 🫡💪. FYI, just like Cal Newport says, I also believe ChatGPT could be used for most of the shallow work, and the rest is our work