Smart stationery that will make you want to work
Notebooks and pens are often overlooked in the world of tech. But smart stationery can help you get things done, archive your ideas and enjoy the simple act of writing.
- What is smart stationery? Stationery with a techy twist; e.g. notebooks with pages that can be erased and pens that can change color.
- What is the easiest way to digitize notes on paper? Download a document scanner app. Such apps allow you to capture full pages with ease.
- What is the best smart stationery for work? Keep reading to see our favorite products!
While touchscreens and productivity apps are undoubtedly useful, there is still a place in this world for stationery. No on-screen keyboard can match the physical qualities of a well-made pen, and note-taking apps lack the flexibility of a real notebook.
If you love digital organization and physical stationery in equal measure, this roundup of smart stationery should be right up your street.
Cubinote Sticky Note Printer
Sticky notes play an essential role in office communication. With Cubinote, you can print off lists, diagrams and even images to stick around the place.
Price: $127 USD
Tesla Amazing Magnetic Sticky Notes
Of course, sticky notes don’t play nicely with all surfaces. In contrast, the glue-free Tesla notes stick to textiles, paper, bricks, plastic, leather, metal, stone, wood, and even corkboard. The secret? Static electricity.
Price: $27 USD
Kassa Chalkboard Vinyl Contact Paper
Another option is this chalkboard paper from Kassa. You can cut it into any shape and apply it to virtually any surface. The paper accepts your scribbles, just like a regular chalkboard.
Price: $9.95 USD
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High Tech Wireless Charging Binder
This multi-purpose binder from imStone comes with paper and a pen with erasable ink, meaning you can reuse every page. The cover doubles as a wireless charger for your phone, and there’s space inside for your cables.
Price: $99.99 USD
Moleskin Pen+ Ellipse Smart Pen
The Pen+ Ellipse captures every mark you make in real time to create a digital copy of your notes. The smart pen also works with Moleskin Ncoded products to recognize individual pages and dates in your planner.
Price: $179 USD
ScanMarker Air Digital Highlighter Pen
With the ScanMarker Air, you can do more than highlight important passages in text. This smart pen can actually scan 3000 characters per minute, meaning you can save quotes and important info in seconds.
Price: $107 USD
Scribble Smart Pen and Touchscreen Stylus
Thanks to a built-in ink mixer, Scribble can switch between different colors in seconds. The pen also has an integrated color sensor and three interchangeable nibs.
Price: $269 USD
Avalon Fully Electronic Pencil Sharpener
If you prefer using pencils, this automatic sharpener from Avalon is a must-have. The ultra-strong titanium bonded blades will provide perfect points for years without dulling.
Price: $14.99 USD
Rocketbook Everlast Reusable Smart Notebook
As its name suggests, the Everlast notebook is designed to endure. You can fill the 36 pages with notes, and digitize your doodles using the companion app. Then, simply wipe the pages clean and start again.
Price: $29.97 USD
Organicer Smart Planner Collection
The Organicer works in tandem with an app on your phone. This means you can plan out your month on paper, but have your schedule with you at all times.
Price: $37 USD
Smart stationery
The assortment of smart stationery should set you up for a productive 2019.
What is your favorite piece of stationery? Tell us in the comments!
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