So far the info I'm seeing is from remarkable site and the way they word it doesnt answer the real question (like they're trying to hide something). I dont think I'll keep it if I cant use it without paying a monthly fee.
Basically I need to be able to transfer files (both directions) in a couple different ways. I need to be able to get files to and from Google drive for cloud storage purposes and would be nice If i could ultimately get files into a git repo on gitlab (even if it means more than one step to get it there). Also it would be nice if i could connect via ssh through the command line on my laptop (running ubuntu linux) to transfer files using the laptop.
Should I send this thing back or is it possible to do these things without a remarkable connect account?
HUH???
It's very clear what they offer with the sub(minus the fact that "unlimited" isn't an amount, but rather unlocking the 50-day limit on unopened files).
It's a clear-cut distraction free device. More features kinda defeats some of the purpose =P
Yep, this.
It feels weird at first to be paying for less features, but that’s what the RM is. It’s a tool to focus and sit down with your thoughts, as you would with paper, but in a very compact package. Also, digital lets you reorder pages, move them around etc, to keep your notebooks tidy.
And with the type folio, it becomes a typewriter. That’s it.
For me, it’s exactly what I wanted and I love my remarkable.
It kinda irks me when people are like "Oh why can I not have text boxes and move it around". Like dude, if you wanted to do that, get the iPad? The fact that the text is fixed actually makes sure I don't overthink where to place text. Instead, all the handwriting is around the text. I dunno, I like it
There's always a balance between customization and simplicity. Personally I do value simplicity but would very much like to be able to move text around. It's a feature that similar 'apps' have (e.g. OneNote, Evernote) and I would find it very useful.
So I agree with your point but there are going to be loads of edge cases that require difficult decisions to implement the principle.