Record Image. Preserve.



Boogie Board Rip™
LCD Writing Tablet

Boogie Board RipTM Tablet logo

The Boogie Board Rip™ LCD Writing Tablet combines an exceptional, paper-like writing experience with the ability to record your written and drawn images and save them as files. Then connect to a computer and transfer files for editing, organizing, archiving and/or sharing!

  • Provides a completely electronic medium for creating and preserving notes/drawings
  • Eliminates the burden of unmanageable paper notebooks, notepads, memo pads, and sketch pads
  • Reduces paper consumption
  • Simplifies organization or notes – easily search and find saved files by date/name on your PC
  • Makes writing, drawing and learning fun!

$129.99

Free ground shipping within the continental US.

  • "We like what we see."
    — Engadget
  • "Save and recall all your mid-meeting epiphanies"
    — Popular Science
  • "Offers great pressure sensitivity and feels natural-like writing with a pencil and paper."
    — Yahoo! News (Associated Content)
  • See all media coverage

Stylus, Save Button, Folder
1. Write

Create an image on the LCD. Take notes during class or an office meeting, draft memos, draw pictures, sketch design concepts, create schedules, plan activities, diagram your team's playbook and more. The possiblilities are endless!

Drawing an Image on the Boogie Board Rip Tablet
2. Record Image

Push the save button. Record up to 200 images on the Boogie Board Rip tablet's internal memory. Simply push the green save button after completing your image, erase the writing surface and start again!

Pushing the Save Button on the Boogie Board Rip Tablet
3. Preserve

Connect, transfer and organize. Upload your Boogie Board Rip tablet's saved images with the USB cable (included) to store, edit, manage and/or archive!

Drawing an Image on the Boogie Board Rip Tablet while it is connected to a computer

Features

PDF files are editable in popular illustration editing programs, like Adobe® Illustrator®.

Boogie Board Basics

  1. Status indicator

    The status indicator flashes when the Boogie Board Rip Tablet is awake and ready to save images.

  2. Erase button

    Push the erase button after each image is completed and saved to clear your image and start over.

  3. Save/Wake button

    Push the save/wake button before you begin writing/drawing to 'wake' the tablet, and push it again after your image is complete to record the image to the tablet's internal memory as a PDF.

  4. Erase Lock

    Enable the erase lock switch to ensure your image is not accidentally erased.

  5. 9.5″ LCD Writing Surface (measured diagonally)

    The pressure-sensitive LCD writing surface provides extra room for notes and drawings. Also easy to clean and maintain.

  6. Micro USB Port

    Easily connect the Boogie Board Rip Tablet to your computer with the micro USB port and the USB connection cable (included).

  7. Rechargeable Battery

    The Boogie Board Rip Tablet's rechargeable battery lasts more than a week between charges (with typical usage).

  8. Stylus

    The stylus (included) features electro-magnetic technology.

Say goodbye to paper!

The Boogie Board Rip™ Tablet is the ultimate electronic paper-replacement tool. Use it in the office, classroom, studio and more.

Next time you reach for a piece of paper, don't! Use your Boogie Board Rip™ tablet instead.
  • Jot down meeting/classroom notes
  • Draft essays/e-mails
  • Scribble your signature and upload it for use on electronic forms
  • Create a custom font with your own handwriting
  • Replace your sketchbook
  • Write journal/diary entries
  • Share notes with a client with the Boogie Board Rip App
  • Create custom, printable overhead projector diagrams for classroom instruction
  • Draw pictures for your blog/web site
  • Conceptualize a graphic design
  • Plan an upcoming event
  • ...and more!

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Office

Transcribe meeting notes, share ideas with your boss, plan work events or send concepts to a client. Use the Boogie Board Rip App to organize, archive and send your notes to everyone in the office!

School

Take page after page of notes in the classroom without using a single sheet of paper! Jot down homework assignments, review your class schedule, draft an essay, practice math equations, and more!

Creative/Art Studio

So much fun, everyone will want a turn! Connect to a computer to share ideas face to face.

Plus you can use the Boogie Board Rip™ tablet as you do all other Boogie Board tablets. See all uses

Materials: Plastic Casing, Plastic Scratch-Resistant LCD, Plastic Stylus
Dimensions: 7in x 11.1 x 0.5 (179mm x 282 x 13), 9.5″ LCD
Weight: 11.5 ounces (325g)
Power: Rechargeable (Polymer Lithium Ion)
Package Contents: Tablet, Stylus, USB Cable, and User Guide
File Type: Vector PDF (editable in Adobe Illustrator)
File Capacity: 200 typical images (8MB)
Charge Life: Standby Time: 60 days; Usage Time: 1 week (typical usage)
Compatibility: Windows OS, Mac OS


Boogie Board Rip Virtual Desktop Companion Tool


Expand your tablet's functionality

View your written/drawn images on your computer in real time. Just download the free software below and you're ready to connect, write/draw, save and organize!

Software compatible with Windows OS.

This software is not required for Boogie Board Rip tablet functionality.

Download Instructions:

  1. Click 'Download' button above.
  2. Inside the pop-up-window, fill in your information and click 'Download Now' button.
  3. After download completes, double-click the file to unzip.
  4. Double-click 'Boogie-Board-Rip-Tablet-Virtual-Desktop-Companion-Tool.msi' to start the installation.
  5. View screen-by-screen installation instructions

How it works:

Download and Install the app for free

Follow the simple instructions to download the Boogie Board Rip Virtual Desktop Companion Tool to your personal computer.

Application screenshot of computer with connected tablet

Write notes, draw images, or sketch designs and see them appear on your computer screen in real time.

Application screenshot of computer with connected tablet

Press the Boogie Board Rip Tablet's Save button after your image is complete. Your computer will prompt you to save or email your file(s) anywhere you'd like!

  • Neoprene Sleeve

    Neoprene Sleeve

    Protect your Boogie Board Rip Tablet with the neoprene sleeve. Keeps the Boogie Board Rip Tablet secure and prevents unwanted screen marks.

    $12.95

  • Replacement Stylus

    Replacement Stylus

    Replaces stylus included with purchase of the Boogie Board Rip Tablet. Features electro-magnetic technology.

    $19.99

View our YouTube Playlist

  • Introducing the Boogie Board Rip eWriter

    Introducing the Boogie Board Rip eWriter

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    Boogie Board Tablet Join the Movement

  • Quick Start Video: How to Use your Boogie Board Rip Tablet

    Quick Start Video: How to Use your Boogie Board Rip Tablet

  • Boogie Board Tablet: (video from IFA 2011)

    Boogie Board Rip Tablet: (video from IFA 2011)

  • IFA-2011-Boogie-Board-Rip

    IFA 2011: Boogie Board Rip from Improv Electronics

  • Boogie Board Rip

    Boogie Board Rip

What the media is saying

"We like what we see." – Engadget

"A pretty exciting device for those who want simple note taking functionality." –Engadget

"Save and recall all your mid-meeting epiphanies." – Popular Science

"A useful gadget indeed." – mobile-review.com

"Offers great pressure sensitivity and feels natural - like writing with a pencil and paper." –Yahoo! News (Associated Content)

See all media coverage

What our fans are saying

"I really like sketching on it. The surface feels just right."

"Just what I need."

"Can't wait for it!"

"This is what I wanted the iPad to be."

"I really want to buy this."

"Anxiously awaiting."

"I would happily pay twice as much!"

"Please make a big announcement."

"I definitely need."

"would make this product indispensable."

"would be amazing."