1) The keyboard is used for navigation and searching. The next firmware release will also allow you to take notes. 2) No, the page number bar at the bottom and title at the top can not be removed. I suggest you write to Elonex and give them this suggestion. 3) Settings - Page 3 - Refresh Mode. Set that to "Global" by pressing "2". 4) Firmware is at http://www.elonex.com/support/products/ebook/511_eBook.shtm Terence