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Reviews of Livescribe Echo Smartpen

Testseek.co.uk have collected 61 expert reviews of the Livescribe Echo Smartpen and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Livescribe Echo Smartpen.
Award: Most Awarded September 2010
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The editors liked

  • Good handwriting recognition
  • Sound recorder
  • New Connect software
  • Does what it says on the box with minimal hassle
  • Impressive performance
  • Range of worthwhile improvements
  • Easy to use
  • Brings the advantages of paper to the PC
  • Excellent for taking notes
  • Writing recognition costs extra
  • The addition of online features to what was already a great device
  • Stunning voice recording and note taking syncing and playback
  • Easy set-up
  • New applications store
  • Ability to share pencasts or notes
  • Ergonomic design
  • 390 hours of audio recording
  • Comfortable to use
  • Organises
  • Shares and stores written content
  • Support for GoogleDocs
  • Evernote and Facebook

The editors didn't like

  • No OCR
  • Connect software a bit hit-and-miss
  • No wireless
  • Awkward shape
  • Rating
  • Still requires specialist paper
  • No headphones supplied
  • The pen is a little too chunky for comfort
  • Still have to plug into a PC to send messages
  • Lack of Wi-Fi
  • Uglier than the Pulse
  • Accessories cost and easily lost
  • No handwriting-to-text conversion
  • Daily battery charging
  • Limited integration with standard office
  • No bundled accessories
  • High initial cost
  • Expensive apps
  • Takes time to get used to software
  • No OCR software

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  Published: 2010-08-13, Author: Vincent , review by: slashgear.com

  • Abstract:  Our handwriting may have steadily become sloppier as keyboard use increases, but there are still plenty of people who reach for a pen & paper first and QWERTY much later. Livescribe’s Pulse Smartpen promised the best of both worlds, a way of recording ...

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  Published: 2010-07-19, review by: Laptopmag.com

  • Easy to take and manage notes and audio, Improved ergonomic design, Great desktop software, Lots of storage,
  • Some apps difficult to use, Recording earbuds cost extra, Custom notebooks don't support Mac
  • Livescribe's newest smartpen makes note-taking even easier and provides access to plenty of apps.

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  Published: 2010-07-19, review by: chipchick.com

  • Nice design which can rotate, decent sound quality for its size, is compatible with almost all generations of iPhones, iPods, and Nanos and no cradles are needed to swap out different devices, inclusion of a multi-purpose app is a nice touch, app lets you
  • Would have liked to be able to dock my iPhone 4 with its case on, weather feature seems to be off, doesn't run in the background on iOS4, would have liked an FM/AM Radio feature so you can listen to the news in the morning
  • Livescribe Echo Smartpen can be an extremely useful tool for studying, organizing, and utilizing your notes. It is ideal for meetings and classes. It enables you to focus less on perfect note taking, and more on understanding what is going on and what...

 
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  Published: 2010-06-01, review by: geardiary.com

  • Uses universal connectors; more refined look and feel; easier to hold and use for long periods; won’t roll off the table; a 2GB Pulse can now be purchased for as little as $129.95
  • Fewer accessories now bundled with it This post was written by: Dan Cohen - who has written 1230 posts on Gear Diary. Having a father who was heavily involved in early laser and fiber-optical research, Dan grew up surrounded by technology and gadget
  • Livescribe Introduces Next Generation Hardware and Software Smartpen System – Review Posted on 18 July 2010 by Dan Cohen Some two years ago I bought a 2GB Livescribe Pulse Smartpen. When used with Livescribe’s special paper the Pulse recorded both pe...

 
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  Published: 2012-04-27, Author: Michael , review by: cravingtech.com

  • Livescribe Echo I'm really amazed with this magic pen. Don't try to understand how it actually works, just use and enjoy its magic features! It's amazing how the writing and audio recording work together to create the best note taking experience! There a...

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  Published: 2011-05-31, review by: smarthouse.com.au

  • Comfortable to use; Organises, shares and stores written content; Support for GoogleDocs, Evernote and Facebook
  • High initial cost; Expensive apps; Takes time to get used to software; No OCR software

 
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  Published: 2011-04-06, review by: macworld.com.au

  • Captures lecture or meeting audio and links it to your written notes; notes can be shared as Flash, PDF orAAC files
  • Heavier and larger than a typical pen; lecturers may not want lectures recorded, $199 (4GB); $299 (8GB)
  • The Livescribe Echo Smartpen is an excellent tool for capturing lecture or meeting audio and linking it to the notes you take. While the pen is a bit hefty, especially for smaller hands, the Echo Smartpen is a worthwhile addition to the tools you use ...

 
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  Published: 2011-03-17, review by: apcmag.com

  • Abstract:  Using special paper ($10 for a 150-page notebook, or printable on a laser printer), smart pens digitise whatever you write down. The Livescribe Echo extends this functionality by adding a microphone to record audio as you write. Later, you can touch th...

 
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  Published: 2010-10-01, review by: pcauthority.com.au

  • The smart pen enters its second generation with a new design and more features ...

 
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  Published: 2010-09-07, review by: goodgearguide.com.au

  • Simultaneously records audio while writing, excellent recording quality and volume, easy to use, third-party app store, pencasts
  • Thicker and larger than a regular pen, cap is easily lost, software isn't the most intuitive
  • If you regularly take notes, the Livescribe Echo smartpen is almost a must-buy. Excellent recording capabilities, ease of use and an app store that will only grow make it a wise investment...

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