Notebooks – The Gadgeteer https://the-gadgeteer.com Gadget news and reviews since 1997! Thu, 15 Jun 2023 12:10:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cropped-wp-icon-gadgeteer-logo-32x32.jpg Notebooks – The Gadgeteer https://the-gadgeteer.com 32 32 Rocketbook now has reusable stickie notes! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/05/02/rocketbook-now-has-reusable-stickie-notes/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/05/02/rocketbook-now-has-reusable-stickie-notes/#respond Tue, 02 May 2023 18:13:03 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=390324 CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Sticky notes are an easy-to-use way for people to remember important things. But let’s be honest, they’re not the most environmentally-friendly option out there. That’s where the Rocketbook Reusable Sticky Notes come in! What is it? Just like Rocketbooks reusable notebooks, Rocketbook Reusable Sticky Notes allow you to write, wipe, and reuse …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/05/02/rocketbook-now-has-reusable-stickie-notes/feed/ 0 Does anyone remember the humble PocketMod? https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/16/does-anyone-remember-the-humble-pocketmod/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/16/does-anyone-remember-the-humble-pocketmod/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2023 16:12:51 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=379221 NEWS – Make a free PocketMod so you’ll know if you need ‘em! PocketMod is a free, foldable, small notebook made from a single sheet of printer paper. Sometimes paper is just faster if you need to glance at your week, make notes during a phone call, or check a date later in the year.  …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/16/does-anyone-remember-the-humble-pocketmod/feed/ 10 ANTOU Design Book NOTA Notebook review – customize your notes, endlessly https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/23/antou-design-book-nota-notebook-review-customize-your-notes-endlessly/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/23/antou-design-book-nota-notebook-review-customize-your-notes-endlessly/#respond Sun, 23 Oct 2022 14:05:13 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=369907 CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – One notebook, endless possibilities. That’s the value proposition presented by the ANTOU Design Book NOTA Notebook. This Kickstarter campaign is for a notebook system that enables you to configure and control every aspect of your notebook setup from the paper to the page templates. Let’s explore this unique design for recording your …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/10/23/antou-design-book-nota-notebook-review-customize-your-notes-endlessly/feed/ 0 Supernote A5 X digital notebook review – Distraction-free notepad https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/13/supernote-a5-x-digital-notebook-review-distraction-free-notepad/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/13/supernote-a5-x-digital-notebook-review-distraction-free-notepad/#comments Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:37:45 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=351508 REVIEW – Do you have an iPad or Android tablet that you use to take notes for meetings or school? A tablet is a great tool, but some people may find it to be counterproductive due to distractions from apps, social media, etc. For those of you who prefer digital to analog, I have a …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/13/supernote-a5-x-digital-notebook-review-distraction-free-notepad/feed/ 5 Notebooks - The Gadgeteer nonadult All you need is a Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook and a damp cloth to embark on your passion for writing https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/09/all-you-need-is-a-rocketbook-smart-reusable-notebook-and-a-damp-cloth-to-embark-on-your-passion-for-writing/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/09/all-you-need-is-a-rocketbook-smart-reusable-notebook-and-a-damp-cloth-to-embark-on-your-passion-for-writing/#respond Sat, 09 Apr 2022 14:00:59 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=351694 NEWS – If I look around my home long enough, it is very likely that I will find at least half a dozen notebooks with notes that continue from one to the other simply because I needed to write more but could not erase the previous notes once I was done with them. Apart from …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/09/all-you-need-is-a-rocketbook-smart-reusable-notebook-and-a-damp-cloth-to-embark-on-your-passion-for-writing/feed/ 0 Mobiscribe Origin E-Ink Notebook review – A better way to take and manage your notes https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/07/mobiscribe-origin-e-ink-notebook-review-a-better-way-to-take-and-manage-your-notes/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/07/mobiscribe-origin-e-ink-notebook-review-a-better-way-to-take-and-manage-your-notes/#comments Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:57:52 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=350519 REVIEW – The Mobiscribe Origin E-Ink Notebook does many things, but its main purpose is to alleviate the need for pen and paper. It allows you to keep all your notes in one place and gives you the ability to search for keywords or labels. What is it? The Mobiscribe Origin E-Ink Notebook is a digital …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/04/07/mobiscribe-origin-e-ink-notebook-review-a-better-way-to-take-and-manage-your-notes/feed/ 18 PLOTTER USA 6-Ring Leather Binder (mini size) review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/26/plotter-usa-6-ring-leather-binder-mini-size-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/26/plotter-usa-6-ring-leather-binder-mini-size-review/#comments Sat, 26 Mar 2022 14:00:58 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=350237 REVIEW – When it comes to productivity, I combine digital and analog tools. My favorite digital tools are Google Keep, Gmail, and Google Calendar. My favorite analog tools are Pilot Juice Up gel pens and paper notebooks. If you happen to be a lover of stationery and paper notebooks, then today’s review will be of …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/26/plotter-usa-6-ring-leather-binder-mini-size-review/feed/ 3 Allegory Goods Grove Collection: The Cedar Handcrafted Leather Journal Cover review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/05/allegory-goods-grove-collection-the-cedar-handcrafted-leather-journal-cover-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/05/allegory-goods-grove-collection-the-cedar-handcrafted-leather-journal-cover-review/#respond Sat, 05 Mar 2022 13:10:07 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=348461 REVIEW – For those who keep handwritten notebooks or journals, they can tell you the importance of those invaluable notes and doodles and ideas inside. Keeping them safe and secure sounds like a job for the near-invincible Allegory Goods’ “The Cedar” Handcrafted Leather Journal Cover. What is it? The Cedar from Allegory Goods Grove Collection …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/05/allegory-goods-grove-collection-the-cedar-handcrafted-leather-journal-cover-review/feed/ 0 Rocketbook Everyday Planner review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/03/rocketbook-everyday-planner-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/03/rocketbook-everyday-planner-review/#respond Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:30:27 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=347554 REVIEW – While I am always on my computer for my work, I prefer to take physical notes. I find that it keeps me more organized to have somewhere to organize all of my thoughts and schedules all in one place. My notes fall into two different categories, notes I want to keep as reference …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/03/03/rocketbook-everyday-planner-review/feed/ 0 Slimbo is truly a pocket notebook https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/24/slimbo-is-truly-a-pocket-notebook/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/24/slimbo-is-truly-a-pocket-notebook/#respond Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:12:43 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=348222 NEWS – Is a pocket notebook part of your EDC (Everyday Carry) and do you keep the notebook in your back pocket? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then check out the Slimbo pocket notebooks. At first glance, you might think they are like other Field Note style pocket notebooks, but you …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/24/slimbo-is-truly-a-pocket-notebook/feed/ 0 3 products/services that turn your analog notes into digital notes https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/22/3-products-services-that-turn-your-analog-notes-into-digital-notes/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/22/3-products-services-that-turn-your-analog-notes-into-digital-notes/#comments Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:55:06 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=292750 ARTICLES – Today (2/22/2022) is Digital Learning Day where teachers and students celebrate the use of technology in learning. Even if you’re not a student, I bet you regularly take notes or make lists. If you have scraps of paper and post-it notes scattered around your desk, I have 3 products and services that will …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/22/3-products-services-that-turn-your-analog-notes-into-digital-notes/feed/ 13 Field Notes + James Brand = Your new favorite EDC pocket notebook https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/15/field-notes-james-brand-your-new-favorite-edc-pocket-notebook/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/15/field-notes-james-brand-your-new-favorite-edc-pocket-notebook/#respond Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:00:10 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=347585 NEWS – Field Notes are popular 48-page pocket notebooks that many people use as part of their EDC or for their everyday journals (me!). Field Notes are offered in a variety of cover styles which makes them super collectible. Their newest limited-edition collab is with James Brand and the James° × DDC: Field Notes 3 …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/15/field-notes-james-brand-your-new-favorite-edc-pocket-notebook/feed/ 0 Walklo Passport/A6 Journal Cover and Leather Traveler Wallet review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/12/walklo-passport-a6-journal-cover-and-leather-traveler-wallet-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/12/walklo-passport-a6-journal-cover-and-leather-traveler-wallet-review/#respond Sat, 12 Feb 2022 15:00:51 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=347385 REVIEW – Even though I’m the Gadgeteer and love tech, gadgets, and gizmos. I still have a huge fondness for analog tools, and products. Case in point – notebook/journal covers. I love them. I even make my own for myself and family members. The latest leather notebook covers that I’ve been using are from Walklo. …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/02/12/walklo-passport-a6-journal-cover-and-leather-traveler-wallet-review/feed/ 0 Golden Coil Custom Planner review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/29/golden-coil-custom-planner-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/29/golden-coil-custom-planner-review/#respond Sat, 29 Jan 2022 13:32:47 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=345911 REVIEW – Even though I am a software programmer, I prefer to keep my life organized both digitally and on paper. However, I am very particular with how things are laid out and categorized so finding the right planner is hard for me. Golden Coil’s custom planner is perfect for me as it is fully …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/01/29/golden-coil-custom-planner-review/feed/ 0 Paper Guardian turns scrap paper into a cool notebook https://the-gadgeteer.com/2021/11/28/paper-guardian-turns-scrap-paper-into-a-cool-notebook/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2021/11/28/paper-guardian-turns-scrap-paper-into-a-cool-notebook/#comments Sun, 28 Nov 2021 15:30:29 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=341352 CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If the Paper Guardian looks a little familiar, that’s because we told you about it a couple of years ago in 2019 when was an unsuccessful campaign. Even though the campaign didn’t succeed, people kept asking about it so they decided to relaunch and have already met their goal this time around. …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2021/11/28/paper-guardian-turns-scrap-paper-into-a-cool-notebook/feed/ 6 LeCow custom leather Traveler’s Notebook cover review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/11/19/lecow-custom-leather-travelers-notebook-cover-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/11/19/lecow-custom-leather-travelers-notebook-cover-review/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:00:21 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=309245 REVIEW – I have loved notebooks, diaries, and journals since I was a young kid. As an adult, my fondness for stationery has gotten a little more refined. These days I don’t settle for a composition book and a Bic pen. I want my notebooks to feel AND look unique. One way to do this …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/11/19/lecow-custom-leather-travelers-notebook-cover-review/feed/ 2 Le Cow standard-sized Traveler’s Notebook leather cover unboxing https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/29/le-cow-standard-sized-travelers-notebook-leather-cover-unboxing/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/29/le-cow-standard-sized-travelers-notebook-leather-cover-unboxing/#respond Thu, 29 Oct 2020 18:37:32 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=309242 REVIEW (coming soon) – This is for all the bujo, journalers, Traveler’s Notebook, and stationery addicts out there. I just received a custom leather cover from Le Cow and was so inspired that I did an unboxing video (below). Take a look and then come back soon so you can read my full written review …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/29/le-cow-standard-sized-travelers-notebook-leather-cover-unboxing/feed/ 0 Saddleback Leather introduces a big, beautiful leather cover for your big, beautiful notebook https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/25/saddleback-leather-introduces-a-big-beautiful-leather-cover-for-your-big-beautiful-notebook/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/25/saddleback-leather-introduces-a-big-beautiful-leather-cover-for-your-big-beautiful-notebook/#respond Sun, 25 Oct 2020 12:28:17 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=308768 NEWS – Saddleback Leather keeps the new goodies coming faster than I can keep up with them! We’ve seen new style big and small backpacks, a new briefcase, and even a phone stand in recent weeks. The latest addition is in the small carry category, specifically a large version of their leather notebook covers . …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/25/saddleback-leather-introduces-a-big-beautiful-leather-cover-for-your-big-beautiful-notebook/feed/ 0 Galen Leather Co. zippered leather 10-slot pen case review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/04/galen-leather-co-zippered-leather-10-slot-pen-case-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/04/galen-leather-co-zippered-leather-10-slot-pen-case-review/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2020 19:05:12 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=307093 REVIEW – I want to see a show of hands, how many of you love leather AND pens AND notebooks? Then here is a wonderful accessory to add to your collection of stationery storage gear. It’s the zippered leather 10-slot pen case from Galen Leather Co. Let’s check it out. What is it? The zippered …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/04/galen-leather-co-zippered-leather-10-slot-pen-case-review/feed/ 4 Galen Leather Co. Everyday leather bound Tomoe River notebook review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/01/galen-leather-co-everyday-leather-bound-tomoe-river-notebook-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/01/galen-leather-co-everyday-leather-bound-tomoe-river-notebook-review/#respond Thu, 01 Oct 2020 15:09:00 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=307125 REVIEW – I love leather and I love notebooks. So when you combine them, I become interested. Galen Leather Co. recently contacted me to ask if I would like to review some of their products. I’ve already posted reviews of their Galen Leather Co. branded Kaweco Sport fountain pen, the Scrikss 419 fountain pen, and …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/10/01/galen-leather-co-everyday-leather-bound-tomoe-river-notebook-review/feed/ 0 Maisie Lane Co. Dot Grid Journal review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/09/27/maisie-lane-co-dot-grid-journal-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/09/27/maisie-lane-co-dot-grid-journal-review/#respond Sun, 27 Sep 2020 20:13:00 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=307071 REVIEW – I love journals, sketchbooks, pens, pencils, washi tape, and all things stationery related. When it comes to journals, I’m incredibly picky. I tend to like A5 size best (8.5 x 5.5 inches), white paper, and a lay-flat when open design. The latest journal to show up in my mailbox is a Dot Grid …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/09/27/maisie-lane-co-dot-grid-journal-review/feed/ 0 Rocketbook Panda Planner review https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/08/31/rocketbook-panda-planner-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/08/31/rocketbook-panda-planner-review/#comments Mon, 31 Aug 2020 13:00:36 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=304537 REVIEW – Get yourself together! I’ve reviewed the Rocketbook before, and I’m a big fan of the way it integrates traditional note taking with cloud-based document management and distribution. In this review I’m looking at a new product from the Rocketbook folks that leverages the Panda Planner system to help you manage both your personal …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/08/31/rocketbook-panda-planner-review/feed/ 3 This EDC notebook is the size of a credit card and fits in your wallet https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/07/20/this-edc-notebook-is-the-size-of-a-credit-card-and-fits-in-your-wallet/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/07/20/this-edc-notebook-is-the-size-of-a-credit-card-and-fits-in-your-wallet/#respond Mon, 20 Jul 2020 12:00:16 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=301891 NEWS – Most of us have a smartphone in our pockets that can be used to take notes while we’re on the go, but there’s something to be said for the simplicity of regular paper. That’s why I think I’d like the Pokka MicroNotes notebooks as an addition to my EDC. If the Pokka brand …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/07/20/this-edc-notebook-is-the-size-of-a-credit-card-and-fits-in-your-wallet/feed/ 0 Northbooks are versatile, slim, and lay-flat https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/06/08/northbooks-are-versatile-slim-and-lay-flat/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2020/06/08/northbooks-are-versatile-slim-and-lay-flat/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2020 14:18:07 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=299243 NEWS – I’ve become a fan of notebooks for work note-taking and journaling, and I’ve started to try to branch out from the brands I’ve typically used.  During a search for a new work notebook, I found Northbooks.  They are made-in-USA and have a few features that make them somewhat unique. As with many notebook …

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