reMarkable unveils Paper Pure tablet with a minimalist monochrome display

After experimenting with the broader productivity tablet market through colour-display devices like the reMarkable Paper Pro and the smaller Paper Pro Move, reMarkable is returning to its original minimalist approach with the launch of a new monochrome device called the reMarkable Paper Pure.

The new $399 Paper Pure succeeds the monochrome reMarkable 2 after six years and comes with upgraded hardware and newer software to make it more competitive in today's productivity tablet landscape.

The Paper Pure features a 10.3-inch display measured diagonally, matching the reMarkable 2's screen size. However, the updated model is wider, which the company says improves the experience for note-taking and reading documents. The resolution remains unchanged from the previous generation at 1872 x 1404 pixels, delivering a pixel density of 226 PPI.

The tablet now includes 32GB of storage, quadrupling the storage capacity offered by the earlier reMarkable 2. It is also approximately 40 grams lighter, weighing in at 360 grams.

According to reMarkable, the Paper Pure delivers 50% greater responsiveness than the reMarkable 2 and provides 30% more battery life thanks to its 3,820 mAh battery.

The company has also introduced a range of updated software features intended to bring the device closer to modern productivity standards, including support for a web app. Users can sync calendars, take notes connected to specific meetings, and share those notes directly.

In addition, if users import documents from cloud storage services, the online synchronisation system can automatically convert those documents into notebook-style files optimised for reading and annotation on the tablet itself. reMarkable also said the device includes improved handwriting search functionality.

The Paper Pure integrates with Slack as well, allowing users to convert handwritten notes into typed text that can then be shared through the collaboration platform. It also supports integration with Miro, enabling users to share sketches and other collaborative content.

The Norwegian company confirmed that it plans to discontinue production of the reMarkable 2, although existing customers will continue receiving software updates and support.

The base version of the Paper Pure includes a bundled stylus. A more expensive $449 configuration includes the upgraded Marker Plus stylus, which features an eraser function, along with a sleeve folio available in several colours. Customers can begin ordering the device immediately, while shipments are expected to start in early June.

reMarkable also said it has now sold more than 3.5 million devices overall and currently has 1.2 million subscribers using its Connect service, which offers features such as unlimited cloud storage, exclusive templates, and link-sharing tools for notes and sketches.