E Ink just announced a partnership with Japan-based ITOCHU Corporation, the first product of which will be an e-note device for wide use in schools, governments and corporate use. These digital note taking devices are lightweight, and offer a similar experience to writing on paper – but the portability and connectivity of a digital tablet. Because they feature an E INK display, … [Read more...] about E Ink announces new E-Note device through ITOCHU
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New E Ink R&D and production facility going online in Taiwan
Some respite might finally be in sight to the acute shortage of E Paper displays currently being faced though that is not expected to materialize before 2023. For E Ink Yuantai is in the process of setting up a new green-field production facility in Hsinchu Park in Taiwan where the EPDs would be produced. The company though didn't reveal how much capacity they are looking … [Read more...] about New E Ink R&D and production facility going online in Taiwan
PineNote E Ink tablet and PinePhone Pro developer versions now shipping
The developer units of the PineNote E Ink tablet and PinePhone Pro smartphone have started shipping. What that means is the initial batch of the tablet and smartphone will be sent to developers who are going to develop suitable apps and other related software. It is only after the apps have been tested and validated that the company will open up the devices for mass-market … [Read more...] about PineNote E Ink tablet and PinePhone Pro developer versions now shipping
Mudita Pure E In phone shipments begin, after years of delays
Mudita announced they have begun shipping its Mudita Pure E Ink feature phones to its Backers. Shipments began November 30 and should reach the first batch of Backers soon. The company though hasn't revealed how many they have shipped, but they have told Good e-Reader, that the quantity is extremely low. Most backers won't be able to receive their phones until at least April … [Read more...] about Mudita Pure E In phone shipments begin, after years of delays
E INK is trying to solve the EPD crisis. Will it work?
E INK is suffering from a massive electronic paper display shortage that is affecting most players in the e-reader industry. Their largest factory is based in China and has been operating at limited capacity due to COVID. The local government took strict measures to control traffic and people’s mobility, and consequently, production at the factory has decreased a great deal. In … [Read more...] about E INK is trying to solve the EPD crisis. Will it work?
New E-Paper ESL powered by perovskite solar technology launched
E-Paper is already known for its extreme power efficiency though the Poland-based perovskite solar developer, Saule Technologies seems to have found to way to take things to a new level. According to the company, they have developed the technology to integrate e-paper Electronic Shelf Labels with Perovskite solar panels which makes it only one of its kind in the world. The … [Read more...] about New E-Paper ESL powered by perovskite solar technology launched
E Ink partners with Japan’s Itochu for E-Paper products
Taiwan-based E Ink Holdings Inc. has tied up with the Japanese trading company Itochu Corporation for the supply of e-paper products such as electronic signages, shelf labels, and logistics tags. Such products will find application in Itochu's global operations and will reduce their dependence on paper or traditional electronics.With greater access to E Ink's products, … [Read more...] about E Ink partners with Japan’s Itochu for E-Paper products
E Ink Yuantai promoting digital reading literacy in Taoyuan City in Taiwan
E Ink announced that it is collaborating with the Taoyuan City Government in Taiwan to promote e-paper based smart reading solutions to aid in vision friendly digital reading. In pursuit of this objective, the Education Bureau of Taoyuan City Government has earmarked a dozen middle schools situated in remote and non-urban areas as well as a single middle school situated in the … [Read more...] about E Ink Yuantai promoting digital reading literacy in Taoyuan City in Taiwan
E Ink Spectra 3100 technology-based 25.3-inch color electronic paper signage launched
E Ink has entered into a partnership with TPV for the development of a 25.3-inch color ePaper display that will be used in the retail and transportation industry. Also, it is the E Ink Spectra 3100 display capable of showing black, white, red, and yellow colors that would be used, which no doubt will make the signage a lot more engaging. As Technews reported, the high-contrast … [Read more...] about E Ink Spectra 3100 technology-based 25.3-inch color electronic paper signage launched
Mudita Pure E Ink feature phone slated for Nov. 30 launch, priced $369
E Ink display continues to find application in different forms. Post the launch of the Mudita Harmony alarm clock, the company has now announced the launch of a feature phone named Mudita Pure that comes with a 2.84-inch grayscale E Ink display. Also, being a feature phone, there is none of the fancy stuff associated with smartphones. Rather, it’s a simple looking device with … [Read more...] about Mudita Pure E Ink feature phone slated for Nov. 30 launch, priced $369
E Ink displays and how it impacts our lives
The rapid evolution of new smart technologies has had a profound effect on the way we consume media, or other information gets displayed around us. While display technology has been continuously evolving over the years, it is the advent of e-paper technology that seems to have had the most profound influence on the way we consume printed media.It is e-reader devices … [Read more...] about E Ink displays and how it impacts our lives
Huawei to launch new eReader and tablet device featuring futuristic paper-like display tech
Huawei is reported to be working on a new e-reader and e-note tablet device that would feature a new paper-like display. However, it is not known at the moment what the display type is going to be. However, as IT Home reported, what seems certain is that the upcoming devices would be running the company's homegrown Harmony OS.The above information has its origins in a new … [Read more...] about Huawei to launch new eReader and tablet device featuring futuristic paper-like display tech
E Ink display shows off Harry Potter Daily Prophet Replica
How about a real-world version of the Daily Prophet newspaper to spook your friends this Halloween? While we have had the stuff of that sort before, here is one that uses an e-paper display and a Teensy microcontroller that makes up the core of the entire setup. Also, ardent Harry Potter fans should have an instant connection with the Daily Prophet newspaper though for the … [Read more...] about E Ink display shows off Harry Potter Daily Prophet Replica