SolarWriter

SolarWriter

Make an e-reader a typewriter!

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Version History of SolarWriter

2.9

November 9, 2024

Bug fixes and improved performance!

2.8

November 8, 2024

Bug fixes and improved performance!

2.7

August 10, 2024

* Improved OLED blackout * Auto-backup when replacing all text * Swipe to delete documents

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2.4

July 9, 2024

Better support for large font sizes

2.3

February 5, 2024

Introducing SolarWriter Pro! • Unlimited documents • Customizable fonts, sizes, and alignment • Markdown support • Blackout: save power on OLED screens In addition, the cursor can now be moved from the e-reader, and SolarWriter is more responsive than ever--for everyone. And as always, the basic version is free forever!

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2.2

February 2, 2024

Introducing SolarWriter Pro! • Unlimited documents • Customizable fonts, sizes, and alignment • Markdown support • Blackout: save power on OLED screens • Family Sharing: SolarWriter for the family! In addition, SolarWriter is more responsive than ever--for everyone. And as always, the basic version is free forever!

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2.1

June 25, 2020

Fixes to work better with Kindle e-readers!

2.0

December 4, 2019

SolarWriter now lets you manage your files with ease! Other updates: * New UI supports screens with the notch * Bug fixes * Remove third party SDKs

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1.0.1

November 18, 2015

SolarWriter is now free!

1.0

June 11, 2015

SolarWriter In-App Purchases History

$9.99

SolarWriter Pro

Unlimited documents, customization, and more!

Price History of SolarWriter

Description of SolarWriter

Traditional screens are fantastic everywhere but outside, especially on a sunny day. E-ink screens work well, but e-readers like the Kindle are difficult to type on and don't support external keyboards. SolarWriter gives you the best of both worlds. SolarWriter runs on your iOS device and acts as a hub between your keyboard and your e-reader. You type on the keyboard, and the text appears on both on the iOS device and on the e-reader's screen (via its web browser). Take advantage of your Kindle's (or other e-reader's) e-ink screen to put your thoughts on paper even outside, with no need to transcribe later. Write at parks, on beaches, in backyards... anywhere you wanted to but couldn't. Save files on your device, or share through email, SMS, and more. Detailed instructions for setup are included inside the app.
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SolarWriter: FAQ

Is there an iPad version available for SolarWriter?

Yes, SolarWriter works on iPads.

Who built the SolarWriter app?

Cool S, LLC is the developer of the app.

What is the minimum iOS version to run the SolarWriter app?

The SolarWriter app currently supports iOS 15.6 or later.

What is the overall rating of the SolarWriter app?

With an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, SolarWriter has some room for improvement but is not terrible.

What category of app is SolarWriter?

The Solarwriter App Relates To The Productivity Genre.

Which version of SolarWriter is the latest one?

2.9 is the newest version of SolarWriter.

When did the new SolarWriter update happen?

November 30, 2024 is the date of the latest SolarWriter update.

When did SolarWriter first launch?

SolarWriter was introduced to the market on February 5, 2023.

What is the recommended age for SolarWriter?

Contains nothing objectionable, appropriate for all ages.

What are the languages offered by the SolarWriter app?

SolarWriter can be used in English.

Can I enjoy SolarWriter by subscribing to Apple Arcade?

Sorry, SolarWriter is not on Apple Arcade.

Can I find in-app purchases in SolarWriter?

Absolutely! In-app purchases are available for users of SolarWriter.

Is SolarWriter specifically engineered for Apple Vision Pro compatibility?

Sorry, SolarWriter is not specifically engineered for compatibility with Apple Vision Pro.

Does SolarWriter include ads as part of its experience?

No, SolarWriter does not include ads as part of its experience.

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Reviews of SolarWriter

Makes Kindle a modern typewriter

Great app, love this! One thing i urgently need: allow more fonts in the settings tab. Serif and sans-serif are not enough; in particular, I would love to see some monospaced typefaces, such as Consolas.

Very neat, kinda kludgy.

I mean that affectionately. This app represents a clever way of getting around limitations. There are some convenience factors that I wish were possible, but it’s not the app’s fault that they are not present. Like turning off my phone screen, or syncing documents to cloud storage. I wish the app made it clearer as to where exactly your documents are stored. You can email them to yourself, which is a pretty good way to save your docs elsewhere and continue your work later.

I have had a little trouble getting it to work on some networks; I get ERR_ADDRESS_UNREACHABLE on some networks. Might be WiFi security settings.
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DELETED MY WORK TWICE

I had about 500 words in a document and suddenly it deleted all of it. Then it did it again, after I decided to give it another shot. I checked all the files, tried to do cmd + z to undo it. It’s just gone. Suddenly the page will just go blank, and all that work is gone. This is obviously incredibly frustrating to lose work, and now I’m afraid to use it in case it does this again. I thought SolarWriter was better than this.
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Response from developer

I'm really sorry to hear that. SolarWriter saves your work every few seconds, but perhaps all text got selected on your mobile device (as with a triple-tap) and then was typed over. I'll see if I can find a way to prevent this from losing work in the future.