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It really IS smart!

By Teresa Berry

Industry Observer

September 07, 2008 07:11 AM

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I got a first-hand demonstration of this smartpen over coffee with my niece the other day and it was nothing short of amazing.

the pen & dot paper notebook create an incredible paper based computing system (this one was purchased from Target for about 150-200) A tiny camera built-into the pen essentially acts as a tracking device when used with interactive dot paper–

It can record what’s being said while taking notes – so later when revisiting that page – can replay what was being said at the time you were writing – with just a tap of the pen on that section of notes/paper.

This was the first I’d heard of this technology but seeing is believing.

features include:
the ability to translate English to Spanish, Arabic….and as other languages become available they can be added to the pen through website updates from my understanding.

a financial calculator, embedded speakers
Ever seen someone play a paper piano?
It’s true, I saw it with my own eyes!

Through a pen cradle - charge and connect it to your pc – to transmit, store and share data as well as get website updates - just as you would for other software.

Aside from the display on the pen, its appearance is typical and the
dot paper notebook looks like a standard paper notebook except it has tiny dots that even upon close inspection are barely visible.

likely to top wish lists in the coming weeks and months ahead, I envision great time saving potential with extreme accuracy in this technology –truly unlike anything I’ve ever seen.

After witnessing this pen in action, I checked out some online video demonstrations but it’s hard to beat a live product demo -

seeing is believing!

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Scott Mazza

Stewart Title of California - Ventura, CA

That sounds pretty amazing Teresa. I hope you have a great day today & sell a house or two. Plus i wanted to give you a comment on this post. Talk to you soon.

Sep 08, 2008 02:25 AM

Leslie Prest

Leslie Prest, Prest Realty, Sales and Rentals in Payson, AZ - Payson, AZ

Owner, Assoc. Broker, Prest Realty, Payson,

I saw this demonstrated on TV. It looks like such a cool toy, but I can't really justify the cost "just for fun". Now if I were taking classes where I was taking notes...

Sep 08, 2008 05:16 AM

Daniel J. Brudnok, REALTOR

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach, REALTORS - Exton - PA License #RS-225179-L / Delaware License #RS-0025038 - Downingtown, PA

SRES, e-PRO,ABR,GREEN,CSP

Teresa,

Very James Bond-ish....thanks for the info.

Sep 08, 2008 07:10 AM

Teresa Berry

Seattle, WA

Thanks for the comment Scott - and that'sthe Best"est" reason of all! The post was screaming for one.
Love it! :)

Leslie- you're so right - might be a students New "best friend" - can you even imaging being able to record a lecture, and take notes that get uploaded to the pc?! To be a kid these days....!

It could come in handy too for business meetings that entail a lot of detail, drawings etc. but agree it's value in terms of usefullness will vary between people and their particular needs - still considering the possibilities -

Sep 08, 2008 08:32 AM

Dan - that does come close to how I felt seeing the pen in action.

Knowing someone can record a conversation through their pen might put a spin on the way this technology is viewed? - hmmm - very James Bond indeed :)

Sep 08, 2008 08:39 AM

Gene Allen

Fathom Realty - Cary, NC

Realty Consultant for Cary Real Estate

Amazing what you can buy nowadays. It seems to be mostly for the gadget person.

Sep 09, 2008 01:03 PM

Scott Hoen

Carson City, NV

Carson City Clerk Recorder / Public Administrator

will check it out -- thanks for the post

Sep 09, 2008 05:18 PM

Hi Scott - the other day over coffee with a friend (who's in sales) saw her notepad and couldn't wait to tell her about this thing....she'd get a lot of milage from it and if you do a bit of note taking, I think it's worth checking out to see what you think.

Sep 19, 2008 03:42 PM

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tiffany

Hi, I was googling articles about the pulse smartpen and this came up; i just recently got one of the pens (i'm a student) and it has exceeded my expectations. i just wanted to let you know about this deal that livescribe has right now, if you go to livescribe.com/store and use the code: SCRIBE5A20, then you can get a 5% discount! Anyway, the pen doesn't just work for students; i think it'd work really great for work conferences and assignments too (you never know what you might forget about at work) Just message me back if you have any questions or anything!

Sep 21, 2008 07:48 AM

Norma J. Elkins

Elite Realty Group - Morristown, TN

Realtor - Elkins Home Selling Team

Sounds good to me - would certainly like to check it out - what about the price?

Sep 21, 2008 09:18 AM

Evelyn Johnston

Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN

The People You Know, Like and Trust!

I am amazed with every post I have read in this group. Thanks for posting

Sep 22, 2008 11:37 AM

...you can say that again Evelyn, iincredible here isn't it!

Sep 22, 2008 01:59 PM

Tiffany - thanks for the visit and your comments, fun to have you stop in.

Norma - ....I believe they range around 150-200,'ish,- range with two options (one has more memory/space from my understanding)? I haven't checked the price first hand... amazon.com or target may have that posted on their site(s). Think the one my neice opted for was the more space one at around 200'ish from a local Target store.

I think she said the dot paper notebook(s) came in a two pack but don't recall if the price was 10-20 ...I'll do some digging and let you know if I run across "Real" pricing - but that's a best guess from memory of our conversation that day.

Sep 22, 2008 02:17 PM

Hi Gene- well I haven't picked one up for myself yet but ...I can imagine becoming reliant on it rather easily, if when I do :)

Sep 22, 2008 02:31 PM

It really IS smart!

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