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Pull, don't push - a productivity tidbit & favorite apps | Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
In this video I mention using Akiflow for task management and time-blocking; try it out (for free!) at bit.ly/pixel-leaves
After reading Cal Newport's book Slow Productivity, I thought this concept was pretty neat and thought I would talk about it in this quick video! I also share a few apps/services I like for managing tasks and projects.
► Cal Newport's full interview with Tim Ferriss, cited in the video: tim.blog/2024/02/24/cal-newport-slow-productivity-transcript/
► More about the "pulling" concept on Cal's blog: calnewport.com/on-running-an-office-like-a-factory/ and
00:00 the first principle
01:07 kindle scribe / notebook, obsidian
01:38 akiflow
02:15 ticktick, notion, google calendar
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The tablet shown is Kindle Scribe, with my custom PDF notebook! Make your own custom e-ink templates and notebooks at pixelleaves.etsy.com or hellopixelleaves.com
I use a 16GB Kindle Scribe with premium pen: amzn.to/43FMuaj
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The white tablet shown briefly was a Supernote Nomad A6X: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG
My Obsidian theme is the latest Primary beta. You can access the current version of the theme by supporting its creator, Cecilia May: ko-fi.com/ceciliamay
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A $90 ereader to replace idle scrolling
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If $300 for a Boox Palma or $200 for a Hisense seem too much for distraction-free reading, maybe this $90 ereader is for you. This Moaan Inkpalm 5 Mini review also covers using Kindle and Libby, and apps like KOReader - to show you can meet your reading and productivity goals with an e-ink screen that actually fits in your pocket. Moaan InkPalm 5 Mini on AliExpress (Xiaomi Global Electronics St...
A6X2 Nomad review & VERY long-term Supernote thoughts | The best notebook I own is an e-ink tablet
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Supernote A6X2: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG A look at the Supernote A6X2 Nomad e-ink tablet, and an updated long-term review of the platform after being a Supernote user for three years. As a(n aspiring) digital minimalist I reach for my Supernote over my iPad when it comes to slow productivity and deep work. I use a Kindle Scribe for reading at night, and ...
Supernote A6X2 Nomad quick unboxing - 7.8" e-ink tablet by Ratta (December 2023)
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Supernote A6X2: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG A no-nonsense, quick look at the Supernote A6X2 Nomad, unboxing it with a folio and push-up standard pen. This 7.8" e-ink tablet replaces the Supernote A6X, which I know, love and have made videos about before on this channel. 🌱 Sign up for the Leaflet for newsletter-exclusive content and hand-picked tips, deliver...
LINKED e-ink notes on the Supernote A5X & A6X | Your move, Kindle Scribe
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(2024) Supernote A6X2: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG What makes the Supernote stand out from Boox and Remarkable and even the Kindle Scribe are its features for note-taking and knowledge management. Whether you’re a student or academic, a “casual” note-taker, into productivity and BuJo or looking into things like Zettelkasten, I hope these ideas for using thi...
THE 5 plugins for my MINIMAL setup - my Obsidian self study & academics vault | beginner friendly
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This straight-to-the point video takes you through the plugins I find essential for my relatively minimal, simple and practical to me Obsidian setup and vault. After about a year of using Obsidian, I’ve found it works best for me for note-taking exclusively, with a few nice time-saving features added thanks to three community plugins (and two core, pre-installed ones). This is the vault I use f...
Academic HANDWRITTEN notes in OBSIDIAN | iPad / Remarkable / Boox friendly workflow | ft. Supernote
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(2024) Supernote A6X2: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG I love using Obsidian to organize the handwritten notes I take as a grad student and this is an overview of my personal setup and workflow. I use a Supernote A5X, but this could work with a Kindle Scribe or iPad or Boox Note Air or Remarkable 2 tablet… or even PDF scans of hard-copy notes! I use this system...
Kindle Scribe: why I'd PREORDER (or PASS) | Remarkable Boox & Supernote watch out? | A quick look
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Amazon's announcement of the Kindle Scribe is going to make e-ink tablets more mainstream and I'm all for it! This video takes a quick look at features from the announcement you might want to preorder a Scribe for... and reasons why you might want to take a look at a Remarkable or Boox Note Air or Supernote A5X tablet instead. Kindle Scribe: amzn.to/3UNCuHb 00:00 Amazon's Kindle Scribe 00:10 Re...
Setting up a new Supernote - a 5 MIN guide | My A5X / A6X initial setup (June 2022)
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(2024) Supernote A6X2: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION FOR UPDATES👇 For new users who promise to read the manual... later. 😉 This quick, straight to the point tutorial shows you how I initially set up a brand new Supernote A5X tablet (also applies to the A6X tablet), and explains some key settings. Pause and rewind as needed! 👉 NOTE:...
Boox App Optimization tutorial | a basic guide to adjusting 3rd party app settings
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Fully customizable linked PDF notebooks and editable templates for Supernote, Kindle Scribe, Remarkable and Boox e-ink tablets 🛒 pixelleaves.etsy.com Explaining the animation filter, and more! This video is no-nonsense overview of most of the App Optimization settings for making third-party apps look and work better on your Onyx Boox. 00:11 three things I do first 00:51 resolution and bold font...
My favorite pen for the Supernote e-ink tablet! | TUTORIAL + parts | everlasting nib x Lamy pen body
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PLEASE READ BEFORE TRYING 👉🏼 Starting JULY 2022 the refills come with small plastic flanges you must clip off with something like nail clippers. See these photos from Supernote: imgur.com/gallery/DSt6uCr - as far as I gather these refills will fit in a Safari and LIKELY (haven’t confirmed) an Al-Star. Move over, Heart of Metal 🖊️ A quick & EASY tutorial to assembling my new favorite Supernote e...
Note Air 2: unboxing, first impressions, Q&A | first-time vs longtime Boox user
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Fully customizable linked PDF notebooks and editable templates for Boox, Supernote, Kindle Scribe, and Remarkable e-ink tablets. 🛒 on Etsy at pixelleaves.etsy.com and at hellopixelleaves.com A quick unboxing, then first impressions of the Onyx Boox Note Air 2 featuring someone totally new to e-ink tablets… with help to answer some typical questions for new user from a longtime e-ink tablet owne...
Watch this review BEFORE you buy a BOOX | one year later - Poke 3 | Should you get a Kindle instead?
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Fully customizable linked PDF notebooks and editable templates for Supernote, Kindle Scribe, Remarkable and Boox e-ink tablets. 🛒 on Etsy at pixelleaves.etsy.com and at hellopixelleaves.com This is an *honest* review of things to know before buying an Onyx Boox e-ink tablet, applicable to any Boox models. The device featured in the video is the Poke 3 which I've had for over a year, and the Kin...
Custom templates for your Remarkable / Supernote / Boox Note & Air tablet | real-time tutorial
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Easy and free - this basic tutorial will show you how to modify or make templates on Canva for your Remarkable or Supernote or Boox device. All you need is a little bit of time and a free Canva.com account! 00:00 intro ("real time" format) 00:22 first step 00:51 OPTION 1 (easier) 02:02 my top reason to use Canva 04:30 OPTION 2 (a little harder) 07:13 tables 09:24 why I recommend Canva overall 0...
This concept can improve ANY notes (even in B&W) | note-taking & productivity | e-ink
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(2024) Supernote A6X2: supernote.com/products/supernote-nomad?sca_ref=5123046.O4SxSKtGHG On paper, a regular screen or e-ink (whether on a Remarkable or Supernote or Boox tablet) this video will show you easy-to-apply ways to make your notes visually easier to read and understand - even without using color. There are some extra tips specific to digital note-taking at the end of the video. Hones...
Supernote landscape mode is HERE! [demo] - added to firmware update 2.2.12 - Supernote A5X & A6X
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Supernote landscape mode is HERE! [demo] - added to firmware update 2.2.12 - Supernote A5X & A6X
Simplify your digital life-for good | SUSTAINABLE steps for more minimalist & intentional tech use
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Simplify your digital life-for good | SUSTAINABLE steps for more minimalist & intentional tech use
a very LONG-TERM Supernote review | Supernote A5X vs A6X - vs Remarkable / Boox - daily use | 2022
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a very LONG-TERM Supernote review | Supernote A5X vs A6X - vs Remarkable / Boox - daily use | 2022
Is the A6X / Boox Nova too small? 7.8" vs Moleskine etc | Supernote A5X vs A6X
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Is the A6X / Boox Nova too small? 7.8" vs Moleskine etc | Supernote A5X vs A6X
Supernote tour: my setup for staying organized + templates | for Supernote A5X & A6X | updated 2022
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Supernote tour: my setup for staying organized templates | for Supernote A5X & A6X | updated 2022
My favorite Supernote tips! (2022) - for the Supernote A5X and A6X
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My favorite Supernote tips! (2022) - for the Supernote A5X and A6X
Supernote A5X & A6X beginner guide (updated 2022) | basic tutorial on keywords, Kindle & more
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Supernote A5X & A6X beginner guide (updated 2022) | basic tutorial on keywords, Kindle & more

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @nadzmararbisonalih2890
    @nadzmararbisonalih2890 4 дні тому

    Will kobo books work?

  • @utubepunk
    @utubepunk 12 днів тому

    This is now $128. 😭

  • @mgg0730
    @mgg0730 14 днів тому

    I'm so glad that I found this. Boox Palma is just way too expensive.

  • @romido
    @romido 16 днів тому

    Hey, I just bought one because of your video! Hoe did you set it up so the apps show in lost form and not icons? 😊

  • @billyclabough9835
    @billyclabough9835 17 днів тому

    A6X2 writing feel is significantly worse than A5X. The new screen loses feel of pen on paper of A5X and does not feel like pencil on paper. It is much more resistant to pen strokes.

  • @mrdavid2664
    @mrdavid2664 18 днів тому

    Is it able to install google play book?

  • @kead6636
    @kead6636 19 днів тому

    What is obsidian? Is it more organized than the supernote default?

  • @BLUEPLANETJAZZ
    @BLUEPLANETJAZZ 19 днів тому

    Do you have to use that giant pen? I'm trying to be discreet in meetings. Serious question.

  • @webbryan1
    @webbryan1 21 день тому

    Thanks for the video, can you annotate ebooks on that device?😊

  • @MustafaHussein-tf2sy
    @MustafaHussein-tf2sy 21 день тому

    How is this supposed to replace our phones if it doesn’t have a sim card?

  • @lamewatcher1
    @lamewatcher1 21 день тому

    Seems the price went up 35% after this video! :(

  • @paulc.4980
    @paulc.4980 22 дні тому

    It's not $90 on AliExpress anymore, now it's $128. And it's unavailable on Amazon.

  • @tabulaaaa
    @tabulaaaa 22 дні тому

    Thank you so much for this video! I took inspiration and recreated this with noteful on ipad and anytype instead of obsidian using sets and inline sets

  • @FROBcom
    @FROBcom 23 дні тому

    Can Libby be installed on this?

  • @mrcpu9999
    @mrcpu9999 24 дні тому

    My supernote was truly great. Loved it. But... getting older. Can't see quite as well. Lack of a backlight was a dealbreaker, finally had to get rid of it. I understand their reasons, I just don't have to like them. But if you're young, the supernote is pretty tough to beat.

  • @chrishamilton1189
    @chrishamilton1189 24 дні тому

    what is your fav tablet for reading and notes?

  • @chrishamilton1189
    @chrishamilton1189 24 дні тому

    what is your fav pen to use with the SN?😊

  • @Chipsaru
    @Chipsaru 25 днів тому

    love wyrmwood chilling on the desk, also that D&D character sheet template is really cool, where can I get one for A6X2?

  • @OldKingMaple
    @OldKingMaple 26 днів тому

    Very cool form factor

  • @polaris911
    @polaris911 27 днів тому

    e-waste

  • @kead6636
    @kead6636 28 днів тому

    How is it as an ereader? I think Ratta is a great company that respects its users (support), but I am not sure if the supernote is for me as I would like to use it as an e-reader (epubs) and note taking

  • @Saintel
    @Saintel 29 днів тому

    This is just what I was looking for. Thank you

  • @glasssmirror2314
    @glasssmirror2314 Місяць тому

    How about Palm Rejection to avoid unwanted writing by a palm. what is the internal memory capacity and also SD card capacity.

  • @oraz.
    @oraz. Місяць тому

    People say it's too small to split screen and do math problems. I dunno, I don't want to get one too much bigger.

  • @lavelclaytorsProjectswPurpose
    @lavelclaytorsProjectswPurpose Місяць тому

    Great tutorial, I may have missed how to download it to the reMarkable tablet

  • @thinkfast6005
    @thinkfast6005 Місяць тому

    Nice video, I picked one up! Does anyone know how to download or get the Amazon App Store on the device, I am a bit confused on that part. Thanks!

    • @futpot3897
      @futpot3897 27 днів тому

      Did you figure it out? Any idea if the Everand app will work on this?

  • @cameron7757
    @cameron7757 Місяць тому

    Would love an updated video on how you use the Kindle Scribe! You always have the best content 👍

  • @unicornfloo46
    @unicornfloo46 Місяць тому

    Is this android based? Wondering if I can use it to download some local library app there too like in boox

    • @futpot3897
      @futpot3897 27 днів тому

      Do you have the boox? How’s the build quality on it?

  • @fcf8269
    @fcf8269 Місяць тому

    So many apps; to be honest it is more the time spent hopping from a platform to another and then consolidate, than actually get work done. What works for me is a simple calendar online, GTD workflow and Trello to keep track of things. - The calendar just hold the "what and when" with deadlines; nothing more as I don't need to see the whole story of what is going on there. - GTD framework is perfect for 99% of the cases and projects (personal and at work), so that takes little efforts to be integrated in your daily life - Trello works everywhere and it is a better "kanban" than anything else you may find on the market, being simple, multi platform and if that app disappear, you can easily port 90% of that data on a piece of paper if you want, since there is no custom feature or specialized workflow tied to that platform (which is the problem I have with Obsidian, Ticktick and all the other custom platforms for task management). The key to be productive in the end is simplicity; the less you have to think about what you need to do to get organized, the faster you can get the work done. Removing friction is the main point of having Agile process at work; and I don't expect regular folks to use Agile also in their life outside work; but simplicity and abstraction are concepts that should be adopted by everyone for their sake. Otherwise when a platform goes down, you are back to square 1 having to learn all over again and port your workflow again on a different platform. Over, and over again.

  • @filipDcve
    @filipDcve Місяць тому

    I think I literally came to this conclusion a day before you posted this 😂 Though probably not in so many words 😅

  • @questionmark576
    @questionmark576 Місяць тому

    I have one of these and I love it. It's let me fit a lot more reading in because it's always with me. I use syncthing to sync my books folder from my phone and computer. With Koreader installed on each device, it even syncs my progress and highlights. Most of the time I leave the wifi off though, because the battery is a bit small, which is the only real complaint I have. Definitely not a deal breaker though.

    • @pixelleaves
      @pixelleaves Місяць тому

      I’ve managed to eke out about twice as much battery life (bringing me to ~20 hours of reading on KOReader, according to its stats) by turning on the power saving mode on the Inkpalm’s pulldown menu. I’d try it out!

    • @questionmark576
      @questionmark576 Місяць тому

      @@pixelleaves good tip, I'll give it a try.

    • @futpot3897
      @futpot3897 27 днів тому

      @@pixelleaves Any idea if the Everand app will work on this?

  • @sumkam9374
    @sumkam9374 Місяць тому

    Hey pixelleaves, thanks for the video. I still find digital productivity tools intimidating. But I might try it, especially now that I saw how you made them work together. Also, have you switched to the Kindle scribe from the supernote A5x? Or do you use both?

    • @pixelleaves
      @pixelleaves Місяць тому

      I should probably make a video about my current setup/workflow! I prefer using my Supernote still for note-taking--but since the Scribe is more accessible (both price and interface-wise) I worked on and tested a custom PDF notebook system for it :)

    • @brendalg4
      @brendalg4 Місяць тому

      @@pixelleaves I just got a Supernote. Not sure if I want to return it. I would be interested in your thoughts about when to use a Scribe vs Supernote

  • @ikorolevna
    @ikorolevna Місяць тому

    I wish I could write in it! Imagine it being also a little notebook that could fit in the pocket!

  • @6Ligma
    @6Ligma Місяць тому

    Thank you. The combination of PARA method and slow productivity methods is enough for me: systemizing productivity.

  • @pixelleaves
    @pixelleaves Місяць тому

    In this video I mention using Akiflow for task management and time-blocking; try it out (for free!) at bit.ly/pixel-leaves The e-ink tablet shown is actually a Kindle Scribe, with my custom PDF notebook 🌿 Make your own custom notebooks at pixelleaves.etsy.com or hellopixelleaves.com

  • @mrluthfianto
    @mrluthfianto Місяць тому

    Have you successfully installed google play books?

  • @carissatomas4157
    @carissatomas4157 Місяць тому

    You're pinoy! 😂❤

  • @Agret
    @Agret Місяць тому

    Does KOReader sync with Goodreads? Thanks for your very in-depth review of this cool little reader, hopefully we get more of them from Chinese companies in the future and the price comes down a bit.

    • @mrshahram7
      @mrshahram7 Місяць тому

      I think Goodreads no longer offers an API.

  • @MitchellJBridges
    @MitchellJBridges Місяць тому

    Pen and paper can't be beaten. No batteries required.

  • @edilynnmae1678
    @edilynnmae1678 Місяць тому

    Can you upload PDF textbooks to it if you have a large enough SD card? I noticed you were highlighting already structured pages so i'm curious.

  • @purplelord8531
    @purplelord8531 Місяць тому

    I love supernote's mission and hardware... if only they made a bigger screen :(

  • @placeboantwerp4312
    @placeboantwerp4312 Місяць тому

    Nice to see the D&D content 🙂

  • @owaistariq1858
    @owaistariq1858 Місяць тому

    Hi, thank you for the video, does the side button on the EMR still work with the change over?

  • @EndlessConsume
    @EndlessConsume Місяць тому

    I don't really understand the Business Case here. Why not just install KOReader from FDroid on your Android-Phone and be Happy? No carrying around two devices.

    • @alextorresphoto
      @alextorresphoto Місяць тому

      the UX on an e-ink display device is not comparable to an Android-Phone. Also some people like to remove the distraction or temptation to check social media, etc. It's for a different Audience.

  • @ashesrockstotaldrama
    @ashesrockstotaldrama Місяць тому

    I bought one and I can’t wait!! Haven’t been so excited for something I bought in a long time

  • @Flying90
    @Flying90 Місяць тому

    I just got one of these because of your video but for whatever reason I can’t get the kindle app to work! I tried re installing it and it still won’t let me sign in

    • @pixelleaves
      @pixelleaves Місяць тому

      As mentioned in the description I signed into the Amazon App Store app, and it automatically logged me into Kindle (but I used the stock Kindle app)

    • @futpot3897
      @futpot3897 27 днів тому

      Did you get it to work?

    • @Flying90
      @Flying90 27 днів тому

      @@futpot3897 yeah I deleted the kindle app on the reader then downloaded f-droid using that lightning app on the reader and on f-droid I searched for aurora store and then on there downloaded the kindle app and now it works perfectly!

  • @ForeverNihil
    @ForeverNihil Місяць тому

    I really like your channel and how your videos are structured. What worked the best for me is to install a very good launcher for my Android which is called Beforelauncher. That way, I do not have any icons anymore but just titles. I also switched off all my notifications and I removed my Instagram. I realised Instagram was total waste of time. Im looking foward to buy the Supernote soon to replace my note papers floating around my desk. Thank you for your videos!

  • @syfer26
    @syfer26 Місяць тому

    great review

  • @m0sspunk
    @m0sspunk Місяць тому

    ...alright, i might have to finally get an e-reader. if it's under $100 AND fits in my pocket, well there go my two main complains about e-readers!

  • @Ruspsycho
    @Ruspsycho Місяць тому

    I've just got mine! Can you please do a detailed video about installing planner there? I used one of your links but it was super confusing when I got there :|