reMarkable launches Paper Pure e-paper slate with enterprise focus
Priced at $399, the new slate features AI summarisation tools and a repairable design but omits a display backlight and third-party keyboard support.
reMarkable has officially launched the Paper Pure, a 10.3-inch monochrome e-paper writing slate designed to succeed the 2020 reMarkable 2. The device marks a strategic pivot back to the company's core monochrome roots, abandoning its recent foray into colour displays with the Paper Pro series. It is priced at $399 for the base model and is available for pre-order.
The hardware features a recycled magnesium frame and a design intended to be repairable, aligning with EU directives, though the company currently lacks the parts infrastructure to support independent repairs. Unlike previous models, the Paper Pure lacks a display backlight, a feature the company describes as an intentional choice to prioritise a paper-like experience in well-lit environments.
The device includes enterprise-focused features such as calendar integration for meeting notes and machine learning tools to summarise documents and extract action items, rather than generative AI for content creation. Full functionality of the device requires an annual subscription of $39.
This launch coincides with significant internal challenges, including recent workforce reductions and the departure of CEO Phil Hess, attributed to rising costs and dwindling demand. The company cited these financial pressures as the primary drivers behind the recent restructuring.
The Paper Pure inherits the visual design language of the high-end Paper Pro line but targets a broader market. It omits pogo pins for third-party Type Folios and does not support external keyboards, with the company stating typing is not a current priority. Instead of a wraparound tablet folio, the device includes a carrying sleeve with magnets to wake the screen.
While the hardware is engineered to operate without internet connectivity to maintain a distraction-free environment, the ecosystem remains a point of contention. The device includes full disk encryption and secure boot to appeal to enterprise users and their IT teams.
