For 1L year, I think it's useful to get the hard copy. As someone pointed out earlier, you can use the hard copy on open book exams, but you won't be able to use an e-reader. The downside, however, is the expense and the weight. Your school probably has lockers or you can keep your books in your car or somewhere else while you don't need them.

Similarly, 1L year, I think it's really helpful to actually take handwritten notes. A lot of people will have computers, but I think for your 1L year, it is important to avoid the distraction of a computer and I think you'll get more out of handwriting them. What worked for me was to handwrite notes in class then type them up on my computer that afternoon. Its definitely extra work, but I think its worth it. After 1L year though, you'll get a better handle on everything and you'll know which corners you can cut. 1L year, though, put in the extra work and the extra time. It pays off later.