6 things I want to see from the rumored reMarkable Paper Pure

TO leak earlier this week pointed out a new reMarkable tablet heading to shelves, reportedly called “Paper Pure.” The details are more than scarce (one image and a couple of sentences), but the initial framing suggests that the company may be aiming to open up its experience to a broader audience. Described as a more “mass market” device, the Paper Pure is expected to arrive in the second quarter of the year. If that’s the case, here’s what I expect reMarkable to do.

1. Put it to the masses

Price is the whole game when a brand aims to appeal to the masses. At this time, reMarkable electronic ink devices They are difficult to recommend unless you are completely sold on the concept. The reMarkable 2 starts around $399, but once you add a Marker Plus and a folio, you’re actually reaching $500 or more. Newer options go up even higher, with the professional paper closer to the $600 to $700 range, depending on how you configure it. If the Paper Pure is to be more affordable, it will need a price that buyers can accept, and not just a lower entry price, but an all-inclusive one.

Based on the leak, it looks a lot like the same reMarkable hardware we’ve seen before. like one Redditor pointed outThe image is actually an existing model of a published photo gallery. Either it’s just a branding placeholder with no implications, or the new device will look very familiar when it lands.

It’s entirely possible that “Pure” really means a stripped-down Paper Pro. That possibility makes performance improvements more important, since they will have to make more updates. I would like to see an updated processor with a smoother user interface. There are still times when the interface lags behind the pen, whether you’re flipping through notebooks or working on larger PDF files. If it is the same shell, it cannot be shipped with the same deficiencies.

Color displays are an ever-growing trend in the e-ink space. However, while color has improved, there are still tradeoffs in contrast and clarity. For a write-first device, those compromises aren’t necessary, especially when colored panels also tend to drive up prices. If “Pure” really means focusing on the essentials, I hope the brand sticks with a crisp black and white display and avoids adding cost for a feature most people won’t need. I would prefer them to offer sharper contrast than colors.

Even loyal users agree that reMarkable’s software still has room to grow. Some features are requested over and over again and still do not appear in software updates. Others exist, but don’t feel fully developed. If this device is meant to reach a broader audience, the software needs to keep up with real-world workflows, and that means better document handling, more flexible note tools, smarter organization, and syncing that works without extra effort.

5. Lose your subscription

Subscriptions are everywhere right now, but reMarkable’s still don’t add up. The brand doesn’t pay for your core typing experience, but it does charge for features that appear to be standard, especially when you’re already paying a premium for the hardware. If reMarkable really wants to reach a broader audience, the all-inclusive pricing would make it more attractive.

I realize it’s highly unlikely there will be a front light given reMarkable’s commitment to its “real paper feel,” but this is a wish list after all. I love the paper-like screen of the reMarkable devices. However, like many users, I wish they didn’t need perfect lighting for use. If this is intended to be a mainstream device, a front light would be a big help in bringing it in line with the Kindle or Kobo competition. A subtle, warm light would be enough to allow the device to be used in more places without completely sacrificing the feel of the paper.

The Paper Pure is rumored to land sometime in the second quarter of the year. I, for one, am eager to see if reMarkable is ready to make its programming a little more mainstream.