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product_id: 35909610
title: "Air Reading Pen & Pen Scanner | Translator Pen for Dyslexia, Students & Professionals - Compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS & Android"
brand: "scanmarker"
price: "R4828"
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# Instant text capture 140+ language OCR Long-lasting battery Air Reading Pen & Pen Scanner | Translator Pen for Dyslexia, Students & Professionals - Compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS & Android

**Brand:** scanmarker
**Price:** R4828
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📚 Scan smarter, work faster, and never miss a word!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Air Reading Pen & Pen Scanner | Translator Pen for Dyslexia, Students & Professionals - Compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS & Android by scanmarker
- **How much does it cost?** R4828 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/35909610-air-reading-pen-and-pen-scanner-translator-pen-for-dyslexia)

## Best For

- scanmarker enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted scanmarker brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Assistive reading power:** Real-time text-to-speech boosts comprehension and supports dyslexia effortlessly.
- • **Global language mastery:** Translate over 140 languages seamlessly, perfect for travel, study, or work.
- • **Peace of mind guaranteed:** Free lifetime software updates, 24/7 support, and a 1-year warranty keep you covered.
- • **Ultra-portable productivity:** Lightweight, wireless, and Bluetooth-enabled for scanning and editing anywhere.
- • **Lightning-fast text scanning:** Slide & see your text appear instantly on any device—no more typing headaches.

## Overview

The Scanmarker Air is a sleek, Bluetooth-enabled reading pen and scanner that instantly digitizes printed text into editable formats across Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. Supporting over 140 languages with OCR and real-time text-to-speech, it’s designed to accelerate note-taking, aid dyslexic readers, and streamline research for students and professionals alike. Lightweight and portable, it offers reliable connectivity, free software updates, and a 1-year warranty, making it an indispensable tool for anyone serious about productivity and learning.

## Description

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Review: Save time creating notes and outlines! - Just finished highlighting the key points from a whole chapter in the book I'm reading. Overall, I am very happy with this product - will make note taking much easier. It was also very easy to share it once I was done with the document (I uploaded it to my Dropbox directly from the app). I am using it with my Samsung Galaxy 6(Android), and it was working within 5 min of trying to get it setup. Very easy to use. I tried setting it up with an older Android tablet, but the app was not compatible (something to be aware of if you have an older Android!). Things to get used to: - I noticed that it seems to scan best when you try to be smooth and scan faster rather than slower (as the tips suggest). But when you get the technique down, it really does a nice job recognizing the correct letters. - I sometimes noticed the first or last words being left out of lines that I scanned. Apparently I need to scan a few spaces in front of the line, then keep going past the last word in the line a little too. - It doesn't scan apostrophes very well (it usually just leaves them out) - When a line ends in a hyphen (to designate the middle of a word), it usually just puts a space between the first half of the word and the second half of the word (requiring you to go back manually and delete that space). - There is a limit to how big of font it will scan (then it just starts to scans in a funny way). Some chapter titles were hard to scan, but you won't have problems with normal text. A possible area of improvement (it'd be great if the developer notes this!): - As another reviewer noted, it would be really nice if they updated the app so that if you don't like the line you just scanned, with the press of a button it would allow you to delete it and try again. As of right now, it is a pain in the butt to delete the whole line (either hold down backspace for 100 characters until it is deleted, or highlight with your fingers the words you want deleted - either way it just takes way too long)
Review: Reliable, targeted product. - I'm an academic and this is a great device. Caveat: when I got mine, it would not stay connected to my computer. I filed a request for assistance on their web page (as per instructions) and they got back to me within a few hours. We set up a phone appointment, and in less than 10 minutes they corrected the problem, and I've had zero difficulties since. Now, with that caveat, here is my review: this is a very targeted device. It has one primary job, and it does it splendidly. That job is to copy text from the book or paper you are reading (or from a Kindle: it works flawlessly with kindle paperwhite reader) from the page, into your notes. It will scan into Scrivener, into Word, into Pages, into plain text. It does so quickly and accurately and reliably. Why would you pay to have that done? Why not just type the quotes in yourself? Well, you could, but this is so much faster and more accurate. And when you are doing initial research on a project, your first weeks involve little more gathering quotes and possible notes from others. You can spend an entire day in the library doing nothing but collecting relevant snippets for your paper, and during those long hours, this device is a godsend. You get so much more done in so much less time. You scan in your quote (maybe even a paragraph or two) in no more time than it would take you to highlight it. Then type in your comments and cross-references and the whole thing is already sitting in your notes, and so what, in earlier days would have been your highlights and your marginalia are suddenly already filed away and they are both searchable text-- so you can actually find that quote again when you need it. Brilliant. Especially if you are working with library texts that you cannot highlight, this is great. Pros: speed, accuracy, battery life, workload reduction, faster research and writing: all plus plus plus. The only con, and it's a reach: This is not a device for older texts-- I am thinking here of anything 18th century or before--even some 19th century. Like any OCR scanner, the software simply cannot read the older fonts. Additionally, you should be aware that the pen lights up strongly as it scans and transfers text, so any text the library will not let you photograph with a flash will not be available for use with this pen either. Also, this is a text only device. It will not scan formulae or images. But even with that sort of very limited limit, this thing is worth its weight in gold to any academic or student. I've a dear young man in my life who is headed off to university this year, and I will absolutely be purchasing a second one of these to send with him. I don't doubt he'll put some miles on the thing.

## Features

- SAVE TIME & BOOST PRODUCTIVITY: Create summaries faster than ever! Simply open the web app, connect your pen scanner, and slide it across a line of printed text — watch it appear instantly on your screen! This versatile scanner pen is perfect for busy students and professionals. Note: Connection to a computer or mobile device is required to operate the scanner.
- POWERFUL LANGUAGE TRANSLATOR DEVICE: Enjoy accurate and rapid multilingual OCR scanning. This translation pen supports over 140 languages, seamlessly integrating into our web app or applications like Microsoft Word. Whether you need a pen translator for travel or academic use, the Scanmarker Air is your go-to tool.
- TEXT TO SPEECH FOR ENHANCED LEARNING: The Scanmarker app reads the text aloud in real-time while scanning! Perfect for memorization and reading comprehension, this reader pen also serves as an effective assistive tool for those with dyslexia or reading difficulties. Ideal as a reading pen for dyslexia or any learning challenge.
- ULTRA PORTABLE & CONVENIENT: Scan and edit on the go! The Scanmarker Air is a lightweight, wireless translator pen, designed for ultimate portability. Easily connect to computers, smartphones, or tablets via Bluetooth 4.0 or higher, making it ideal for scanning, translating, and editing anywhere.
- FREE SUPPORT & 1-YEAR WARRANTY: Questions or concerns? We offer free software updates and 24/7 technical support for the lifetime of your product. With no hidden fees, we also provide a full one-year warranty, ensuring peace of mind with every purchase.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01N07J2AE |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #55,297 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #108 in Electronic Foreign Language Translators |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (5,359) |
| Date First Available | November 11, 2016 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.96 ounces |
| Item model number | BLE |
| Manufacturer | Scanmarker |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 0.9 x 0.7 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Scanmarker
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth
- **Item Weight:** 0.06 Pounds
- **Minimum System Requirements:** Windows 7
- **Model Name:** Scanmarker Air
- **Optical Sensor Technology:** CCD
- **Product Dimensions:** 5"D x 0.9"W x 0.7"H
- **Resolution:** 300 dpi
- **Scanner Type:** Text
- **Standard Sheet Capacity:** 1

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: can this work for arabic language?**
A: Hi Mohamed, Thank you for reaching out. Unfortunately Arabic isn't yet supported. Let us know if you have any other questions.

**Q: Does this scanner work alone (have memory) or must it always be used with a computer to capture text?**
A: Hi Johna, Scanmarker Air works by connecting to a computer or mobile device - it doesn't include memory so it can't be used as a standalone. Let us know if you have any other questions! - Scanmarker

**Q: Hi! i want to buy this product scanmarker air but want to be 100% sure that it is comptable to be used with mac.  also is there a yearly charge?**
A: Completely compatible with Mac and no yearly charge.

**Q: Which languages will it work for? You said works for 50 languages. Will it work for Greek?**
A: Yes, Greek support is included. - Scanmarker

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Save time creating notes and outlines!
*by F***K on January 29, 2017*

Just finished highlighting the key points from a whole chapter in the book I'm reading. Overall, I am very happy with this product - will make note taking much easier. It was also very easy to share it once I was done with the document (I uploaded it to my Dropbox directly from the app). I am using it with my Samsung Galaxy 6(Android), and it was working within 5 min of trying to get it setup. Very easy to use. I tried setting it up with an older Android tablet, but the app was not compatible (something to be aware of if you have an older Android!). Things to get used to: - I noticed that it seems to scan best when you try to be smooth and scan faster rather than slower (as the tips suggest). But when you get the technique down, it really does a nice job recognizing the correct letters. - I sometimes noticed the first or last words being left out of lines that I scanned. Apparently I need to scan a few spaces in front of the line, then keep going past the last word in the line a little too. - It doesn't scan apostrophes very well (it usually just leaves them out) - When a line ends in a hyphen (to designate the middle of a word), it usually just puts a space between the first half of the word and the second half of the word (requiring you to go back manually and delete that space). - There is a limit to how big of font it will scan (then it just starts to scans in a funny way). Some chapter titles were hard to scan, but you won't have problems with normal text. A possible area of improvement (it'd be great if the developer notes this!): - As another reviewer noted, it would be really nice if they updated the app so that if you don't like the line you just scanned, with the press of a button it would allow you to delete it and try again. As of right now, it is a pain in the butt to delete the whole line (either hold down backspace for 100 characters until it is deleted, or highlight with your fingers the words you want deleted - either way it just takes way too long)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable, targeted product.
*by H***S on July 4, 2019*

I'm an academic and this is a great device. Caveat: when I got mine, it would not stay connected to my computer. I filed a request for assistance on their web page (as per instructions) and they got back to me within a few hours. We set up a phone appointment, and in less than 10 minutes they corrected the problem, and I've had zero difficulties since. Now, with that caveat, here is my review: this is a very targeted device. It has one primary job, and it does it splendidly. That job is to copy text from the book or paper you are reading (or from a Kindle: it works flawlessly with kindle paperwhite reader) from the page, into your notes. It will scan into Scrivener, into Word, into Pages, into plain text. It does so quickly and accurately and reliably. Why would you pay to have that done? Why not just type the quotes in yourself? Well, you could, but this is so much faster and more accurate. And when you are doing initial research on a project, your first weeks involve little more gathering quotes and possible notes from others. You can spend an entire day in the library doing nothing but collecting relevant snippets for your paper, and during those long hours, this device is a godsend. You get so much more done in so much less time. You scan in your quote (maybe even a paragraph or two) in no more time than it would take you to highlight it. Then type in your comments and cross-references and the whole thing is already sitting in your notes, and so what, in earlier days would have been your highlights and your marginalia are suddenly already filed away and they are both searchable text-- so you can actually find that quote again when you need it. Brilliant. Especially if you are working with library texts that you cannot highlight, this is great. Pros: speed, accuracy, battery life, workload reduction, faster research and writing: all plus plus plus. The only con, and it's a reach: This is not a device for older texts-- I am thinking here of anything 18th century or before--even some 19th century. Like any OCR scanner, the software simply cannot read the older fonts. Additionally, you should be aware that the pen lights up strongly as it scans and transfers text, so any text the library will not let you photograph with a flash will not be available for use with this pen either. Also, this is a text only device. It will not scan formulae or images. But even with that sort of very limited limit, this thing is worth its weight in gold to any academic or student. I've a dear young man in my life who is headed off to university this year, and I will absolutely be purchasing a second one of these to send with him. I don't doubt he'll put some miles on the thing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***H on February 23, 2023*

Great

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