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| |  | Educational Technology | Home » » » Logitech IO2 Digital Pen ( 965154-0403 ) | | | | | | | Description: | | Logitech IO2 Digital Pen | | | Features: | |
• Convert handwriting to text -- your handwritten notes will look as if they typed on a keyboard
• Change color and width of your ink strokes, select portions to remove, combine handwritten documents or paste information to existing documents
• Search for words and phrases in your handwritten notes, by date, type of document or file name
• While in a meeting, add To Do items or schedule new meetings by simply writing them down
• Post-It notes and Franklin Covey's iScribe software. Digital planning pages keep your new ideas and comments organized
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Weight:
| 1.5 pounds | | Package Length:
| 9.7 inches | | Package Width:
| 9.0 inches | | Package Height:
| 2.4 inches | | Package Weight:
| 1.6 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 28 reviews |
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68 of 69 found the following review helpful:
Good archival tool for handwritten notes and drawingsJan 21, 2007
By Douglas V. Lowry
I have owned both the original ioPen and now the current io2 digitial pen. The io2 is clearly an improvement in usability and comfort. I purchased the pen in order to have a means of archiving and rapidly sharing my hand-written notes and drawings without going to the expense, weight and bulk of a tablet PC.
I also own an Adesso digital pen and tablet (about $160) which works reasonably well, but it is much bulkier than the io2 digital pen and its Anoto-compatible paper.
The chief drawback of the system is that you must use special paper (Anoto-style), which can be expensive. For me, that is not a problem as my employer purchased about 20 cases of the stuff a couple years ago, and I am the only person left who really took the time to learn how to use the system, so I have plenty of the paper. If you are buying it for yourself, however, it can be expensive.
You must temper your expectations. There is software that will attempt to recognize your handwriting. It is very dependent on how legible your handwriting is. While it accurately captures the image of my handwriting, it does not readily decipher my rather difficult-to-read scrawl. If you are looking for a tool that will permit archiving of your handwritten notes and rapid dissemination of your hand-made drawings, this is an excellent tool. Just don't expect it to do all the work of a tablet PC.
37 of 37 found the following review helpful:
 Unique features, easy to useDec 09, 2006
By D. Walker
This is a unique way to enter data - just write on the special paper ($10 for three pads, bear that in mind) and your writing is digitized. One feature of the paper is that it's unique for each piece, so the system knows when you change pages or return to a previously-edited page - even if you mail it across the country, someone else can write on your page and add annotations.
Drawbacks - it's still too big, and you have to buy their paper.
28 of 29 found the following review helpful:
 Memory SmallDec 26, 2006
By Ravi K. Bharadwaj
This is a great product for those who probably don't write too much. As an engineering student, I found the incapability of this product to interpret greek letters and equations quite understandable - however, it maxed out at 6 pages and that is just too little for even an hour or note taking in a tough class. Plus, It would be nice to be able to turn off the pen occasionally.
14 of 14 found the following review helpful:
Getting thereDec 12, 2007
By A. Mehta
Logitech IO2 Digital Pen ( 965154-0403 )
I'm a doctor. More to the point I'm a doctor who writes a lot of notes and is working on a book. Many have heard the parody of doctors' hadwriting. I'm no exception. This pen finds my handwriting more legible than most secretaries.
I bought this pen to compare it with it's nearest competitor: The Fly Fusion Pentop Computer. Let me start off with the positives:
Plus points:
The logitech IO2 Digital pen ships with a cradle, a pen lid, a small (A5) notepad, three refils, and a driver CD. The refils and a notepad more more than enough to get anyone started.
Though the IO2 software takes a while to download, once downloaded is simple enough for many to use. A ten minute calibration period helps the software recognise the specifics of your individual letters and script. THis is different from the Fly Fusion which is sold in toy departments as it is meant for school children. School children have comparatively neater handwriting than physicians and are often discouraged from writing in a script-like (joind-up) manner. The Fly Fusion, a very good machine in itself, was able to identify complicated words (like mitochondria), like the IO2, but only when the letters were not joined up. The IO2 took it in it's stride. This means you can write faster with Logitech's product.
The ball pen is smooth and though cannot compare in smoothness to the likes of a Cross or Parker, is still better than many a drug-rep handed "freebie". The reason that both pens utilise biro technology is that the ink lasts a LOT longer than say, a roller-ball, which is to ink what a Hummer is to fuel- thirsty! F.Y.I. The IO2 was certainly smoother than the Fusion Pen-top Computer.
The IO2's software is articulate at translating written scrawl to typed text. I found the Fly Fusion software much more user-friendly though. Almost like an Apple Mac interface (and yes, I am a Mac-fan).
This brings me onto the negatives of the IO2:
The IO2, like the Fly guy is not compatible with Apple Macs (unless you have Windows loaded also). I have however heard from Logitech support that there maybe a Mac compatible pen/ software in development. Go Logitech!
Both pens are bulky to hold. They may describe them as a feel of a "premium pen", but alas this is not true. The IO2's oval cross section does make it easier on the hand than the Fly Fusion. However it feels like Logitech have gone out of their way to make an especially cheap and nasty feeling pen. I get better hand-outs from drug companies.
The Fly fusion is weighted better, but I feel this is because of Fusion's inbuilt speaker. But nonetheless the shape of the Fusion is large and bulky- tremenously un-ergonomic. Maybe the Fusion is developed for smaller hands. I also found the small twisty bit at the end of the Fly as a means of retracting the nib rather small and annoying. HOwever if you have more articulate hands than me, you may find it easier, and the transition from pen to broad stylus alright.
On with the negatives:
The Fusion is ~$80 whereas the IO2 ships at about $130. For your money the Fusion is very good indeed- if you don't have particularly illegible joined-up writing.
Both devices require their special notepads. I personally found that the Fusion's pads were developed with more thought. They take into account the many more applications that are available for the Fusion than are available on the Logitech. THe IO2 is a dedicated digital pen whereas the Fly computer is a translator, a music player, a digital-musical instrument simulator, a basic calculator, and others. The Fusion's notepads were also perforated along the edge and pre-punched - for the filing of the pages, should you want to.
The Fly fusion has two colours Black and silver. I should imagine that as it appeals to school children more colours would be on their way. I noticed two colours for the IO2 on Logitech's website, but alas I could only find the black & silver combination on offer.
Both are easy to procure online, however living in Cleveland, Ohio,I found the Fly fusion abundantly available in many shops. I had to order the IO2 online as there were no retailers to go in person and purchase it from.
To sum up. I feel if you are a working professional I would suggest the IO2. If you are a school aged kid wanting a twenty-first century product for a hard and fast twentienth century environment (school) I would suggest you go with the Fly-guy.
I am aware that Logitech do not support the use of the IO2 with Windows vista. People are reporting problems with the use of their IO2 on this OS. Mostly the fact that the pen stalls whilst uploading pages. Logitech do not have an affirmative answer for this. If you face problems I would suggest that you call Logitech support on Saturday (iirespective of what Logitech's website says). You should face MUCH less holding.
I believe that Maxell have a product call Pen-it which is allegedly Mac compatible. I am awaiting an answer form Maxell.
16 of 17 found the following review helpful:
a new way to capture meeting notes, etc.Feb 16, 2007
By John L. Jones
"jj"
this review is probably a bit premature. have only used it for 6 or 8 sheets of paper. it's not perfect, but then neither is my printing. all things considered, i like it and recommend it. faithfully captures all that is written on digital paper (required), looks like a scanned image. with simple encode, will convert image to text into a ms one note or ms word doc. fair to good. other conversions are available, limited recognition of indented outlining. the pen itself is a bit fat, but easily used. you will have to decide which digital paper to buy. at this time, the A5 tablets seem best buy. with a paper cutter and punch, pages fit nicely in a half size (5" x 8")'day timer' type loose leaf binder. the 8.5" x 11" digital book style item is supremely over priced. finally, this IO2 from all i can find out is a leap over IO1. when is IO3? unless you know, i say get IO2.
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