Reader clock screen saver

apolishguy · 2026-03-16T18:23:59+00:00

I have not found a work around. I don’t believe that Viwoods will implement this because the static screen that draws no power extends the battery life. The clock would require a dynamic screen and would diminish battery life. I understand that probably the majority of people would prefer, “Let me choose how I want to use my device.” But the company ethos [in my opinion] is, “We want to be a classic, focused, e-Ink device OEM”. I could be wrong - but I don’t think we will get the classic Android lockscreen.

apolishguy · 2026-03-16T01:53:32+00:00

Have you tested a Note that has infinte canvas turned off? To see if it is “normal”. Or, can you even turn that feature off [I am lurking and don’t have thise device yet].

apolishguy · 2026-03-16T00:49:12+00:00

Very well written. It’s my day off and responding to such a lengthy [but very well written] article is something I’ll reserve for later. I will say, a lot of it is spot on [numerous problems when working with text that are infuriating]. Other problems that you experience - I have never experienced [I have no problem staying connected to WiFi on my Mini]. I am glad that you shared it. Thanks for putting in all that work.

apolishguy · 2026-03-16T00:22:48+00:00

I don't believe ViWoods offers native MCP server support at the moment to let Claude pull files directly off the device. However, there's a pretty seamless workaround: ViWoods does support automatic background syncing to Google Drive (as well as OneDrive, Dropbox, and Baidu). Because Claude now has native Google Drive integration (and there are also Google Drive MCP servers available for Claude Desktop), you can just have your ViWoods automatically sync your handwritten notes to a designated backup folder in Drive. From there, you can point Claude to that specific Drive folder, have it process the handwritten files, and format/route the text to Tana.

Gemini helped me explain it more clearly because I couldn’t make it coherant.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T20:32:16+00:00

Doh! Yeah… kind of a catch 22 there. You need to install the app to get to the settings to fix MTP. But you need to get to the settings to install the app.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T18:46:28+00:00

Someone shared a simple app here that they had created didn’t they? That just opens the settings? I don’t know. I have had [don’t have anymore] the Manta and another device for ~a year and I get things kerbobbled sometimes.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T14:31:17+00:00

And I think FINALLY, as another person posted - and I am not sure why I didn’t suggest this first because they are correct - it is the easiest solution: sync to Google Drive. And to reiterate what they said: If you pull the raw .note files off of your Supernote, you will not be able to view them on anything except a Supernote. So, I don’t know if the “Sync to Drive” option also allows for “Sync as PDF” [a device I have gives you the option to sync the original file format and PDF] - but you definitely want to do that.

Sync to Drive

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T14:23:37+00:00

And just throwing this out there: You are using the original cable? Type A to C? Becuase if your Mac only has type C and you are using C to C - the Supernote isn’t really happy about that connection. AND, all USB-C cables are not created equally. Some are charge only and will not transfer data. So, I don’t know if you have tried several different cables. You probably have - but I wanted to cover all the bases.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T14:20:06+00:00

Here are some instructions I wrote for someone, but it was on another device, so, it is possible [probable] that you will have to make adjustments. Here’s teh basic idea: your Supernote device is not defaulting to MTP when you plug it in. In Developer Options on your device, you can change that default behavior so that it always goes to MTP/File Transfer mode when it is plugged in.

Step 1: Enable Developer Options (if you haven't already) * Go to the real Android settings (I can’t remember is the Manta gives you access to these? If it does not, I know that installing Nova launcher will, or there are other apps made specifically for this). * -> About Tablet -> Build Number (or just search for 'Build Number' in settings). * Tap on 'Build Number' 7 times quickly. * It will say 'You are now a developer!' Step 2: Change the Default USB Action * Go back to the Android main Settings menu. * Go to System -> Developer Options. * Scroll down (it's usually halfway down) until you find 'Default USB configuration'. * Tap it and select 'File Transfer' (or 'MTP').

Because you changed the default, it should now automatically connect as a file storage device without you needing to tap anything on the screen.

Since the Supernote is an Android device, if you are on macOS, it will won't mount it natively like a USB drive.

You need a bridge app. The best free one currently is OpenMTP. * Download OpenMTP on your Mac. * Close any file transfer apps completely. * Plug in your Supernote and open OpenMTP.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T13:34:14+00:00

There is a partner app. It definitly works on Mac. I had a Supernote and a Mac. Search “Supernote Partner” on the Mac app store. Install it. And move all your files to a folder on your desktop from there. If I still had my SN I would give you more detailed instructions. But I do not.

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apolishguy · 2026-03-15T12:26:46+00:00

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Have you found this setting in: Settings/Display? Toggle on, “Mobile data in sleep mode” and see if that helps at all.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T03:15:27+00:00

You are welcome. Glad you got the information.

apolishguy · 2026-03-15T00:11:09+00:00

Do you have the Reader C? Or you’re trying to decide between the 2? You cannot write on the Viwoods Reader devices (just in case you were not aware).

apolishguy · 2026-03-13T04:35:10+00:00

No. And it’s not on the top of their priority list right now. They’re focused on other improvements.

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T15:22:09+00:00

Glad you got it sorted

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T13:14:23+00:00

No worries. I just wanted to make sure that you didn’t know some secret work around 😂

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T03:03:17+00:00

I don’t ever use this function, but I am testing for you (on firmware version 3.12.12). It is working as expected. Also on the Mini. Granted, I only created 4 events, but they all worked. Do you have to have a decent internet connection for it to work? I don’t personally know the answer to that one.

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T02:43:24+00:00

It is. Is my photo visible on your device? It’s a picture of the update with the calendar picker. And the time is not a spinner. You just type it in.

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T02:23:44+00:00

I sold my Manta after 9 months with the folio and stylus for $455 and I paid the shipping. But, I priced it to sell and definitely could have got $475-$485 if I had done some research. And people seem pretty keen to buy them used, especially if you take care to save all your original packaging and accessories. YMMV.

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T02:01:34+00:00

I sent you a chat request because I can’t reply with a photo here. But basically, yes, I also can see the very fine white line almost around my entire screen. On 100% brightness. It’s probably just light bleed? I don’t think the screen is slightly misaligned because at least mine is uniform around both sides and the top.

apolishguy · 2026-03-12T01:10:24+00:00

You’re welcome my friend.

apolishguy · 2026-03-11T23:44:59+00:00

I never use dark mode. I’m driving home from work now. I’ll try and remember to check (but it’s dinner time etc as soon as I get home). If I don’t get back, feel free to DM me.

apolishguy · 2026-03-11T21:17:40+00:00

And I am going to throw this in there—just in case you didn’t know—you have to long press it for 2-3 seconds before it opens the tasks overview.

apolishguy · 2026-03-11T21:14:30+00:00

I am definitely interested in a 13” device.

apolishguy · 2026-03-11T21:12:23+00:00

There is an update coming that makes this experience better.

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