PHILADELPHIA, PA - NEAT Receipts, a company committed to developing user-friendly scanning solutions, today announced the launch of NEAT Receipts Version 3.0. The top-selling* portable scanner, known for its superior receipt scanning and organizing software, now boasts increased features to give users greater control over all their important papers.
New features include:
Scan to PDF – convert paper documents into searchable PDF format quickly and easily
Smart SortingTM – scan and process multiple document types, which are then automatically organized by receipts, business cards and documents
Keyword Search – faster, more accurate search functionality for any scanned paper
Convert to Editable Text – convert paper documents to text that can be edited
These latest improvements make NEAT Receipts the most complete portable scanning solution for digitally organizing and activating all important information both in the office and at home, helping users to truly transform static paper into dynamic information. NEAT Receipts’ patented Scanalizer technology reads receipts, business cards and documents and places the information into an easy-to-read spreadsheet format for scanning, analyzing and organizing all important data pulled from the hard copies. Key uses include managing receipts, digitizing business cards and other important documents, automating expense reports and simplifying the tax preparation process.
* Source: NPD Group, 2006 Retail Track, Sheetfed category
QUOTE
“Small business owners and employees don’t need just another scanner, they need a system that can fill a variety of roles and make their lives easier. NEAT Receipts is a multifunctional software and hardware system that makes it easy to transform static, paper-based data into dynamic, actionable information.” – Rafi Spero, Founder of NEAT Receipts
Availability and Pricing
NEAT Receipts Version 3.0 is now available through the following retailers and outlets: CompUSA, Office Depot, Staples, BestBuy.com, OfficeMax, Amazon.com, TigerDirect.com, Costco.com, The Sharper Image, Buy.com, Sky Mall/PC Club, Meijer, Micro Center, newegg.com, target.com, Fry’s and J & R for the MSRP of $229.95. It can also be purchased through the NEAT Receipts website, for the same cost, at http://www2.neatreceipts.com/neatstore/merchant.mvc?Screen=PLST&Store_Code=N.
Current NEAT Receipts users can upgrade to version 3.0 beginning Friday, Oct. 26, 2007. The upgrade will cost $49.95 – see www.neatreceipts.com/upgrade for details.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Technical Specifications:
- Portable Color / Grayscale / BW CIS
- No external power supply needed, runs off USB power
- Maximum Resolution 600 dpi
- Speed: approximately 3-4 receipts per minute
- Interface: USB 1.0 & 2.0 compatible
- Scan Area: 1" x 1" to 8.5" x 14" (up to 30" long)
- Scanner Dimensions (WxDxH): 10.8" x 1.6" x 1.3"
- Scanner Weight: 10.6 ounces
- Bit Depth: Color: 48-bit input, 24/48-bit output
- Grayscale: 16-bit input, 8/16-bit output; B/W: 1-bit
Software:
- Scanner Dimensions (WxDxH): 10.8 Images can be saved in JPEG and PDF formats
- Export to: XLS (Microsoft® Excel), .RTF (Microsoft® Word), .OFX (Quicken®, Microsoft® Money), .IIF (QuickBooks®), .QIF (Quicken®), .CSV, .HTML, .PDF, Microsoft® Outlook
- Direct to QuickBooks® export (No separate export file required)
- Supports sending emails using third party MAPI clients (e.g. Outlook®, Eudora®, Netscape®, etc.)
- NEAT Receipts scans in grayscale to minimize image size
- Scanner supports color
- Reads U.S. and Canadian receipts and business cards
- Uses Microsoft .Net 2.0 & MS SQL Express
- Microsoft Windows XP or Vista (64 bit is not currently supported)
ABOUT NEAT RECEIPTS
Founded in 2002, NEAT Receipts is dedicated to providing user-friendly scanning solutions that reduce paper clutter and simplify paperwork for individuals and businesses. The patented NEAT Receipts Scanalizer is a multi-purpose scanning solution that scans, analyzes and organizes paper receipts, business cards and full-size documents into easy-to-read digital spreadsheets. NEAT Receipts is a privately-owned company headquartered in Philadelphia. For more information please visit
COMPANY HIGHLIGHTS
- October 2002: Founded by Rafi Spero and Les Spero
- November 2003: NEAT Receipts launched at Philadelphia Airport kiosk
- November 2005: NEAT Receipts launched at Staples, Amazon, Fry’s; additional kiosks opened
- August 2006: Awarded Best Product honors at Retail Vision
- October 2006: Named #1 Fastest Growing Private Company by Philadelphia Business Journal
- December 2006: Named Startup Company of the Year by Eastern Technology Council
- April 2007: NEAT Receipts named NAPO’s Organizer’s Choice Award for Best Technology Product
- June 2007: Rafi Spero recognized as a top 40 Under 40 by Dealerscope magazine
- June 2007: Les and Rafi Spero named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2007 Award Winner in Greater Philadelphia
- October 2007: NEAT Receipts named A Rising Star Company for Deloitte Fast 50
- October 2007: NEAT Receipts named #4 Fastest Growing Company by Philadelphia 100
- October 2007: NEAT Receipts named Best Small Company To Work For by Philadelphia Magazine
Download High Res Images of NEAT Receipts and NEAT Receipts 3.0 software screenshots
Link to more information about how to purchase NEAT Receipts Version 3.0
Link to more information about purchasing an upgrade for 3.0 for current owners of NEAT Receipts Version 2.5.
Link to NEAT Receipts Newsroom