Want a Microsoft Lens alternative? 5 scanning apps you can try today

ZDNET's key takeaways Microsoft's document scanning Lens app is being retired.For basic scanning, try Apple Notes, Google ...

I tested the Ricoh ScanSnap iX2400 - and it's the one piece of office kit I’m investing in this year to keep my paperwork in order

The ScanSnap iX2400 is a USB-connected A4 desktop document scanner that’s capable of duplex scanning at 45ppm. The simple 100 ...
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Microsoft Lens Is Going Away, But OneDrive Keeps Your Scanning Workflow Efficient

Microsoft Lens is shutting down. If you’re looking for a similar alternative, you can now use OneDrive app to scan documents ...

Turn your iPhone or iPad into a scanner for less than $40

We may not always have access to a bulky scanner, but our smartphone or tablet is likely close at hand. iScanner App ...

This app turns your phone into a scanner and right now you can get it for a huge markdown

With OCR (optical character recognition) technology, all your scanned text is searchable, making it easy to find your ...
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How to scan documents as PDFs directly into the Notes app on iOS

Keeping track of and storing physical documents can be a pain. Health records get mixed up with work contracts, your tax document folder has some stray business cards floating around in it, and those ...

Turn scanned PDFs into editable files with this $35 tool

This is for students organizing notes from multiple sources, pros reviewing contracts or reports, and teams moving files ...

Inside Preview in iOS 26 - how to edit PDFs, sign documents, and scan files

Preview in iOS 26 turns your iPhone into a quick workspace when a document needs attention. Here's how to edit your PDFs with ...