It's not insanely difficult for the pen to pick up your writing ... For everything you want to use an e-notebook for, it's great. Notes are smooth, and it works well with document files, so ...

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The Super Note Manta is a unique and impressive piece of writing hardware. While its steep price is hard to swallow, for the right person, it's the perfect solution for your note-taking needs.