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Livescribe Echo is a high-tech bridge between analog, handwritten notes and the digital world. Synced audio and text makes notes even more useful. Though using its features, and even just handling the hefty pen, can take some getting used to, this is a writing instrument any gadget geek will love.

The Echo is a specialized product with a premium price and an appetite for specialized ink refills and custom paper. It's not for everyone, but it delivers on its promises, and for those who really need a 21st century pen, the Echo effortlessly bridges the divide between ink and pixel.

While the app store and software aren't without their problems, the Echo's physical improvements and the strength of the Livescribe platform make it easy to recommend the smartpen for anyone looking to toss out their pencil and paper for something better.

The beauty of it is that it just works. Hardly ever do you you tap on a note to no effect. It's just so accurate in its playback duties. We've used the pen in a wide range of situations ... And it works every time, exactly as you want it to.

The underlying functionality makes for a device both useful and with real longevity. In conclusion, Echo smartpen is one of a handful of products I recommend with two thumbs up for anyone requiring accurate and details notes.