So far the info I’m seeing is from remarkable site and the way they word it doesnt answer the real question (like they’re trying to hide something). I dont think I’ll keep it if I cant use it without paying a monthly fee.
Basically I need to be able to transfer files (both directions) in a couple different ways. I need to be able to get files to and from Google drive for cloud storage purposes and would be nice If i could ultimately get files into a git repo on gitlab (even if it means more than one step to get it there). Also it would be nice if i could connect via ssh through the command line on my laptop (running ubuntu linux) to transfer files using the laptop.
Should I send this thing back or is it possible to do these things without a remarkable connect account?
I understand the frustration you have with paying to the sync service. I have had the Remarkable for about a month and do not use the sync service, even though it is free for an intro period. The way I look at the device is as an exact replacement for a paper legal pad. I take notes and use the rM app to export to Dropbox or Onedrive on my computer. If you do that, you can’t really update the notes, which are saved as a PDF. But, I could not really do that with paper notes.
If I am working on a research project and know I will be adding or editing the notebook, I just leave it on the rM until it makes sense to save a copy.
Maybe that will work for you.