In a refreshing twist for distraction-free writing enthusiasts, Japanese stationery giant King Jim is bringing its sleek Pomera D250US to the US market via an Indiegogo campaign. Designed as a digital typewriter, this device ditches emails, social media, and web browsing in favor of pure, focused writing. With a US-layout scissor-switch keyboard, a seven-inch black-and-white LCD free of ghosting issues, and a battery life of up to 20 hours, it offers a classic writing experience reminiscent of a compact laptop but without the typical distractions. As noted in the article, "for those you’ll need to BYOD — Bring Your Own Discipline," setting the stage for dedicated writers who prioritize concentration over connectivity. Early backers can snag it at $374, while the full retail price will be around $499, with shipping slated for as early as March 2025.

• King Jim is launching its distraction-free digital typewriter, the Pomera D250US, in the US for the first time since 2018.
• The Pomera D250US is designed to focus solely on writing, eliminating distractions like email, social media, and web browsing.
• It features a dedicated US-layout scissor-switch keyboard and a seven-inch 1024 x 600 black-and-white LCD display.
• The device boasts a battery life of up to 20 hours, ensuring long writing sessions.
• Storage includes 1.3GB onboard, expandable via SD cards up to 32GB, with document transfers available by USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (through the Pomera Link app), or even QR codes.
• The crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo has already exceeded its modest $10,000 goal, with early supporters able to preorder at $374 (retailing around $499).
• The article humorously reminds potential buyers that with such a minimalist design, "you’ll need to BYOD — Bring Your Own Discipline."
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