Have you tried the Wipebook 2.0? Share your opinions!

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The discussion centers around the Wipebook, a reusable notebook designed for scratch work. Users express interest in the Wipebook 2.0, highlighting its potential usefulness for various tasks. However, there are concerns about the quality of the eraser, suggesting it could be improved. Participants reminisce about similar products from their past, like toy whiteboard books and magnetic notepads. A tangential comment raises a question about the implications of online connectivity for such devices, specifically regarding data privacy and metadata handling by agencies like the NSA. Overall, the conversation reflects a mix of enthusiasm for the Wipebook's functionality and curiosity about its technological implications.
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So I saw a Tweet from Slate on Twitter the other day about Wipebook. I was curious if anyone has ever tried using one and what your thought and opinions about them are?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yt4FnCVjTuM

I think I want the Wipebook 2.0 for Christmas!
 
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seems like it could be really useful for doing scratch-work. needs to have a better eraser though.
 
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If they had online connectivity, how would the NSA handle the "metadata"? Use "key pics"?
 
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