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The video offers a detailed comparison between two digital notebooks: the Ellipsa 2 (associated with Kobo) and the Remarkable 2. The presenter discusses the limitations and strengths of each device, focusing on areas such as pen compatibility, device functionalities, user experience, and associated ecosystems.
The Ellipsa 2 is highlighted for its broad range of pen tools, advanced features like automatic correction, Dropbox and Google Drive integration, and web browsing capabilities without requiring additional fees. In contrast, the Remarkable 2, while appreciated for its compatibility with any Wacom pen, detailed pen tool options, pressure sensitivity, and high-quality drawing capabilities, lacks many modern features such as a glow light, audio, web browsing, and requires subscriptions for services like email, cloud storage, and note conversion.
The presenter contrasts the usability and tactile experience of both devices, noting the Remarkable's unique ability to support multiple layers and comprehensive drawing tools but critiquing its dated interface and restrictive nature. Overall, the Ellipsa 2 is portrayed as a more versatile and advanced device, whereas the Remarkable 2, despite its popularity, is seen as falling behind in terms of modern digital notebook features.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter compares the Ellipsa 2 and the Remarkable 2. They mention that the Ellipsa 2 is expected to outshine the Remarkable 2, which, despite its popularity, is now considered an older product with limited functionality. The Remarkable 2’s advantage lies in its compatibility with any Wacom pen, unlike the Ellipsa 2 which has limited pen options. The Remarkable 2 lacks advanced features like a browser, audio, and a glow light, focusing solely on note-taking without an expansive ecosystem. In contrast, while the Kobo notebook (associated with Ellipsa 2) has a range of pen tools and abilities, it doesn’t support the use of its pen on other devices. The segment highlights notable strengths and limitations of both devices, especially in terms of usability and pen compatibility.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses the functionalities and user experience of two digital notebook devices. Key actions include demonstrating the use of the lasso tool, eraser triggering, and loading custom backgrounds in the basic notebook. The writing experience is critiqued as lacking grip and feedback due to a plastic tip on a glass screen, despite improved speed from the first to the second generation.
The segment then shifts focus to the remarkable device, highlighting its extensive range of pen tools such as ballpoint, marker, pencil, and calligraphy pen. Unique features include the ability to dust the page and tilt for a realistic experience, although the screen feel is noted to be not among the best despite its claims. The remarkable’s pressure sensitivity, line thickness options, and high-quality drawing capabilities are praised. Additionally, text input with both Wacom and capacitive methods, including the use of a recently introduced keyboard, is demonstrated, along with the ability to make edits and use a selector tool for object manipulation on the page.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the functionalities and limitations of the Remarkable device compared to the Kobo. A key feature highlighted is the ability to use multiple layers (up to 6), allowing users to make and erase changes without affecting the base layer. The speaker outlines the absence of features such as a glow light, email, TTS, audio, or apps in the Remarkable, but emphasizes its high-quality templates for landscape and portrait modes. However, full usage requires a subscription for services like email, cloud storage, and note conversion. The video also mentions gesture support and describes the writing feel as mid-range. The device uniquely supports two notebooks and detailed functionalities for writing and drawing within designated sections. The speaker demonstrates text conversion, drawing insertion, and item management through long-press actions like copying, editing, pasting, or deleting sections.
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In this part of the video, the speaker demonstrates how diagramming and writing characters with a new device allows for automatic correction and cleaning, producing perfect shapes and characters. The device also processes complex math equations accurately. The speaker contrasts this with the Remarkable’s limitations, highlighting the Kobo’s advanced features. These include Dropbox and Google Drive integration, web browsing, and access to various applications without needing additional monthly fees. The Kobo is depicted as more versatile and user-friendly, whereas the Remarkable is critiqued for its dated and restrictive nature, expensive add-ons, and underperformance.