First Thoughts on Okular, Alternative to Adobe Reader

Screenshot of Okular showing interface options and annotations toolbar for the Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance newsletter.

When Adobe added an AI (Artificial Intelligence) Assistant to Adobe Reader in early 2024, many people who use Reader to view and annotate PDFs were frustrated.

And annoyed with Adobe’s red button to try it out (pricing for AI Assistant is $4.99/month for an early-bird subscription, available until June 4, 2024).

Including me.

I hate unexpected buttons and pop-up messages when I’m using a digital product or service.

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Cautious Optimism: Canva Buys Affinity

Affinity Apps Learning Portal listing Apps along first vertical column and help and licensing options in second vertical column.

For folks who use design and publishing products, yesterday’s news that Affinity was bought by the popular online design platform Canva was a surprise.

Affinity, with its Designer, Photo, and Publisher programs, offers stand-alone products on Windows, Mac, and iPad for a one-time fee.

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