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# Computing Writing Tools
IRISnotes Digital Pen Converts Your Hand Notes into Computer Text

By Summer Luu | Published 2011-01-03 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irisnotes-digital-pen
References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/454086409230223869/IRISNotes-Digital-Pen) & [irislink](http://www.irislink.com/c2-1626-189/IRISnotes-------The-Digital-Pen-that-types-what-you-write-.aspx)

For people who feel like they write faster than they type, this innovative IRISnotes Digital Pen will be your new best friend.

It takes your [handwritten notes and drawings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textor) and converts them into [editable text](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindly-ink) on your computer. Take notes anytime and [upload the information wirelessly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-writing-device) using the USB receiver. It even recognizes 22 different languages. Now you'll never have to worry about people who can't read your writing as you use the IRISnotes Digital Pen to upload messages into a professional format.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.5/10
- Popularity: 8% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Digital Writing:** The trend for digital writing tools is growing as more people look for innovative ways to convert handwritten notes into digital text.
- **Wireless Connectivity:** Wireless connectivity trends that allow devices to connect to computers and other devices are growing as more people opt for convenient portable devices.
- **Multilingual Recognition:** Multilingual recognition technology is a growing trend, allowing people to communicate in different languages and promote inclusivity.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Office Supplies:** Digital writing tools disrupt the traditional office supply industry by offering innovative technology that converts handwritten notes into digital text.
- **Education Technology:** The education technology industry can benefit from digital writing tools by offering students and educators innovative ways to take notes, access information and improve learning outcomes.
- **Translation Services:** The translation services industry is being disrupted by multilingual recognition technology that can accurately recognize and translate different languages, reducing the need for human intervention.

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