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CamScanner Apex 1 Pro Launches
CamScanner's new device scans books without breaking spines.
In brief
CamScanner's new device scans books without breaking spines. CamScanner's Apex 1 Pro scans books without removing bindings, using on-device AI to handle page turns and cleanup. Originally reported by PCMAG.
CamScanner Apex 1 Pro
CamScanner, a document scanning platform, launched its Apex 1 Pro on Kickstarter for scanning bound books without manual cleanup.
Standalone Operation
The Apex 1 Pro scans and corrects images locally without internet or connected devices, saving files to microSD cards.
Lightweight Design
Weighing 1.32lb with a folding body and 2000mAh battery, the device scans documents from letter to tabloid sizes.
Book Scanning Without Spine Damage
The Apex 1 Pro automatically detects page turns, removes fingers and shadows, and splits facing pages into individual digital pages.
Scanning Speed and Pricing
CamScanner says the Apex 1 Pro scans up to 40 pages per minute with a week-one early bird price of $359, shipping in February 2027.
The big picture
CamScanner's Apex 1 Pro scans books without removing bindings, using on-device AI to handle page turns and cleanup.
