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Someone turned their Boox Note Max into an e-ink calendar you can handwrite in

Everything is better in e-ink.

Someone turned their Boox Note Max into an e-ink calendar you can handwrite in

A creative individual has transformed their Boox Note Max device into an e-ink calendar called Jotcal, which allows users to handwrite notes directly onto the e-ink screen. This innovative project was showcased by an e-ink enthusiast on the subreddit, who went by the name window_seat_always. The Jotcal app, available on Google Play, enables users to jot down events such as "soccer Thu 4pm" directly onto the calendar interface.

The handwriting is saved instantly, with features for editing and undoing entries, all without the need for buttons or additional forms. This e-ink calendar solution preserves the tactile experience of writing on paper while leveraging the low-latency and accurate rendering capabilities of the Boox Note Max device. For those interested in trying Jotcal, it can be downloaded from the provided Google Play Store page.

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