Livescribe 2 GB Pulse Smartpen
Livescribe 2 GB Pulse Smartpen
Capture Everything The Pulse smartpen records audio and links it what you write. Missed something? Tap on your notes or drawings with the tip of your Pulse smartpen to hear what was said while you were writing. No Need to Lug the Laptop The Pulse smartpen automatically captures everything as you write and draw. Transfer your notes to your computer, organize them, and even search for words within your notes. Find what you want in seconds. Share Your Notes Transform your notes and audio into interactive movies. Upload your creations online for everyone to see, hear and play. What You Get • The Pulse smartpen (1.3 ounces, anodized aluminum housing) • 2 GB of memory (actual user available memory will be less) • Livescribe Desktop software (download) • 3-D Recording Headset • 50 sheet dot paper lined notebook • USB mobile charging cradle • Smartpen case • 1 black fine point ink cartridge • Interactive Getting Started Guide • Tips & Tricks Guide What You Need • Windows XP™ 32-bit SP2 or higher, Windows Vista™ 32 or 64-bit operating system, or Intel Mac with Mac OS X 10.5.5 or newer • 600MHz CPU or higher • 300 MB minimum free disk space • Available USB port • Internet connection The Pulse smartpen works only with Livescribe dot paper.
User Ratings and Reviews
3 Stars The SYNC is my problem
The pen is great for taking notes and recording your sessions… it comes with the earpiece that is also used as a microphone. The biggest problem i have experience and frustrating as well is the sync. it does not sync right the first time which leaves no other option but to sync one more time. The customer service was very helpful but it took for ever for them to answer.
Livescribe is a really good idea for the person that takes very bad notes and likes to review the notes on the computer and have the option of sharing it with a group or individuals on line. Check out the videos for a preview of how the notes are read on your personal pc. Their website is [...]…
But if you can wait I suggest just taking a regular notepad and a pencil. With livescribe you can not erase either so if you make a mistake you need to just black it out or keep writing.
3 Stars Battery dies in 1.5 hours…
Everything is find until you realize the battery dies in less than two hours! So take it into account if your meeting is longer than that.
4 Stars great when it works
This pen is great when it works, but it breaks too easily. I would say the internal bugs have not been worked out. If you use the pen everyday for several hours a day it eventually breaks.
This is an expensive pen and is great if you have the money. The outside construction seems fine but the pen eventually falls apart. The seals come undone.
4 Stars Battery died and had to replace pen
I have seen several negative comments here about customer support and pens. My pen worked several months then one day I noticed it ran out pretty quickly then went down hill from there and would not hold a charge. I called twice the first time they had me upgrade my software and let the pen charge. That did not work so I called back they were nice and immediately sent me a replacement out. I was very happy with the customer service. I did use the pen alot over that 10 month period.
4 Stars More than what it appears
My friend and I had passed by this pen in an electronics store and he had mentinoed how over-priced and ridiculously un-useful it seemed. However, it caught my attention as I work in a technology consulting firm and sometimes there are just SO many details being told to me at once I’m bound to forget something. So I purchased it.
It’s been incredibly useful and has even helped me to increase my work productivity. I do not have to go in to pester my boss to ask for the details she had given to me the day before, and if someone has left the office I can catch anybody else up by letting them listen in on conversations that I was present it. If someone is explaining something very technical to me, and I am having trouble re-explaining it to others I can let them listen to the diescriptiong directly via the pen. You can put your notes into the computer and digitally search them. The search feature is very robust, and even manages to recognize MY horrible handwriting, which is a huge help when I’m being asked to recall details from a week ago and can search through my hand-written notes instantly.
The pen also has a feature where you can point it at a word you wrote down and it will play back the audio that is specifically associated with that word.
I still to feel the pen is a little expensive, but it’s been a well-worthy purchase as it has helped pay for itself at work, and I know it’s going to be immensely helpful in college.
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