And in case you’re looking for a portable scanner to ward off your daily task, we have a perfect product for you. The Czur Shine Ultra is a next-gen portable and powerful scanner that can help you make digital copies of your favorite books, papers, images, albums, or any other physical item you can put under it.
The device promises to scan an entire book in just 10 minutes and can support 180+ Languages. But with a price tag of $200, is it really worth it?
And what other features you will get with this portable scanner?
Let’s find out!
Czur Shine Ultra Features
- Patented Curve-Flatten Technology
- Advanced OCR Scanned Pages
- Adjustable Height and mounting
- Auto-scan multiple pages
- Solid unibody construction
- AI Optimization for advanced reading
- 180+ Language OCR
- Video recording + Live Feed
What’s in the Box?
The Czur Ultra Shine comes in a minimal design black box. Inside the box, you’ll find:
- Ultra Shine Scanner
- Black Work Mat
- USB Cable
- Foot Pedal
- Driver CD
One surprising thing we found is that Czur, the company itself is made completely on a funding website. More than 20,000 contributors backed their idea and donated $25,000+ for the project. Now that the company is finally here, they have launched a wide range of products in the same category. But it all started with Czur Ultra Shine and that’s what we’ll review in this post.
How does it work?
- Take the scanner out and place it on a smooth surface
- Open the lid and place the black mat underneath the camera
- Connect the USB cable to your computer
- Connect the scanner pedal (optional)
- Place your documents in the black mat
- Adjust the scanner, as per required and done!
Performance and Build Quality
Using an old method to scan your document can be a bit tricky and requires both time and resources. This is especially true if you want to accomplish this task in bulk, then say goodbye to your entire day.
What Czur offers, is that it comes with a built-in scanner that effectively and efficiently scans an entire book in seconds. By using the foot pedal, all you have to do is turn the pages and the scanner will automatically read the text. The device allows you to scan an estimated 300 pages in 10 minutes. We gave it a try and were super impressed by how well it performs. The only delay was us folding the pages.
Overall, the build quality is great and the scanner is sturdy enough by look that it’s made of premium material. The rotatable mount doesn’t feel like it’s cheap and quickly snaps itself with the central base.
Directly Edit Scanned Pages
One particular feature we loved about the Czur scanner is that it can automatically convert your document into editable files. Czur offers custom design software where you can perform your basic photo editing task. With OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology directly integrated into the scanner, users can scan and transfer files in just seconds and store it in different formats such as PDF, JPG, MS Word, and more.
And the best part is, the OCR technology supports more than 180 Languages. So, no matter what type of language you have, the scanner can easily categorize it. Another interesting feature is the curve flatten technology which is just a fancy name for autofocus while you scan your documents. If your books or pages are folded, the scanner uses a smart algorithm to detect the text and make digital copies on the computer.
It uses a high-resolution 13 Megapixel 340 DPI lens, allowing it to read almost all the physical documents such as ID cards, drawings, stamps, passports, receipts, and more.
Compatible with Zoom
Another great feature available via the latest software is the use of zoom conference calls. We personally love this device to use with our zoom calls, making us instantly share screens with other members. You can also do basic tasks like annotate, click on the screen, and highlight things to demonstrate the items on display.
Widely used by students and professionals, the solution can surely add value to your conference calls.
To use CZUR with Zoom follow the steps mentioned below:
- Open the CZUR computer software and click on the scan button
- Open Zoom and start your meeting
- On the Start Video Module, select integrated camera instead of CZUR Camera
- Now, click on Share Screen and select “CZUR shine” from the drop-down menu
And that’s not it, CZUR is also perfect if you’re running a YouTube channel and share educational content. A lot of people are already using this device to record their notes on YouTube. Instead of using a professional camera, a portable scanner like this can offer you more value of money.
CZUR Ultra Price
CZUR Ultra Shine scanner currently retails at $200 for the basic A3, A4 Sheet size model. There are 4 more other variations in this category such as CZUR Shine 500PRO, 800PRO, and 800A3 PRO.
Final Verdict
In short, CZUR is a worthwhile product, and we couldn’t find anything wrong with it during our testing. It is one of the best portable scanners out there that surely offers a lot of great features.
The price is not a cup of tree for everyone, but it’s a worthwhile investment to have on your list. Using the Czur software, you can directly import your scanned document to your computer and edit them on the go. Plus, there are no special power requirements. All you have to do is attach it to your computer and enjoy the universal experience.