Hisense is one of the first few brands to offer e-ink smartphones. Till date, Hisense's E-ink phones would be considered as budget-friendly E-Ink smartphones with decent specs. But it seems the brand has increased its phone's price by up to 60%. So, now customers are wondering why the brand has increased the price this much. Well, one of the reasons could be the … [Read more...] about Why did Prices of Hisense E-Ink Phones Go Up By 60%?
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New Transit Real Time Bus Arrival Devices with Text-To-Speech Capability
Image credit: pasadenanow The Pasadena Department of Transportation (DOT) is deploying a demonstration of five new solar powered devices at local bus stops to provide customers real time bus arrival information at the touch of a button. These new devices are different than the existing real time arrival devices currently provided at 115 bus stops in that they also have … [Read more...] about New Transit Real Time Bus Arrival Devices with Text-To-Speech Capability
Is Colored E-ink Bad for Your Eyes?
The quickest answer is: No, colored E-ink as good for your eyes as black and white e-ink displays are. Color e-ink works more or less like black-and-white e-ink, but with a colored filter thing on top. The issue is that contrast is lower when compared to traditional e-ink. It means that you are more likely to turn on the frontlight at night, on dim lights, which defeats the … [Read more...] about Is Colored E-ink Bad for Your Eyes?
Why DASUNG E-Ink Monitors Are So Expensive?
DASUNG is one of the leading names in the world of E-ink monitors. The company has launched many monitors in this series. In fact, it launched the world's first curved e-ink monitor - DASUNG Paperlike 25.3-inch E-ink monitors. But are these monitors worth the price? Why are they so expensive – many people wonder. So, as per our research, probably small market and low … [Read more...] about Why DASUNG E-Ink Monitors Are So Expensive?
E Ink, Atmosic Announce eBadge Reference Design
Image credit: Businesswire E Ink technology and Atmosic have announced today a reference design for eBadge applications. Atmosic is an innovator in extreme-low-power Bluetooth Low Energy semiconductor technology for the Internet of Things (IoT). The smart badge market is set for a massive growth over the next few years. In 2019, eBadge devices were valued at USD … [Read more...] about E Ink, Atmosic Announce eBadge Reference Design
Which is the Best E-ink Tablet for Students?
E-ink tablets are useful for students for note-taking and other college work. As it's created with an e-ink screen, students can find it less straining to the eyes and easier to focus for writing and reading purposes. While the benefits of e-ink tablets can be never-ending, the main question is, which is the best e-ink tablet for students, after all? Although the market has … [Read more...] about Which is the Best E-ink Tablet for Students?
Temperature and Humidity Sensors with E Ink Display
Temperature and humidity sensors are advanced devices that give us real-time and accurate updates about both the temperature and humidity of the environment. It's an efficient way for homeowners to identify the possibilities of mildew/mold growth and keep their households away from such nuisances. Additionally, it helps to inform users of any unhealthy air quality, so people … [Read more...] about Temperature and Humidity Sensors with E Ink Display
E Ink Spectra 6: the Full-Color ePaper for Digital Signage
The growth of the digital signage industry is showing no signs of stopping, thanks to rising demand and rapid technological advancements. E Ink fuels this growth, taking the initiative to the next level. E Ink, a global commercial leader in ePaper technology, has launched E Ink Spectra 6 ePaper display per its future expansion plans. This first full-colour screen from the … [Read more...] about E Ink Spectra 6: the Full-Color ePaper for Digital Signage
Digital Paper is up to 3x healthier for your eyes than LCD screens
A study from Harvard School of Public Health, released today, found that displays with brighter, bluer (or cooler) light cause higher levels of stress on retinal cells, and E Ink’s ePaper is up to three times healthier for your eyes than LCD screens. The average adult spends about 13 hours a day behind a screen, according to Nielsen. All of this screen time comes with a … [Read more...] about Digital Paper is up to 3x healthier for your eyes than LCD screens
Enthusiast builds E-Ink Magic Calendar using Raspberry Pi
An individual known only by their internet pseudonym Speedyg0nz has created an electronic calendar with an E Ink display at home. The person used a Rasberry Pi computer to build the E-Ink Magic Calendar. Speedyg0nz said that s/he was inspired by the Magic Calendar concept that was based on Android. The idea sparked a DIY project frenzy two years ago. The E-Ink Magic Calendar … [Read more...] about Enthusiast builds E-Ink Magic Calendar using Raspberry Pi
High-end E Ink tablet PineNote announced with powerful internals
Pine64, a Hong Kong-based electronics manufacturer, has introduced one of the most powerful e-paper devices to date. Priced at $399, the E Ink tablet is called the PineNote and it runs a custom version of Linux OS. It will support first-party EMR pens (sold separately) and third-party Wacom EMR pens upon release. Users will also be able to buy magnetic covers for the e-paper … [Read more...] about High-end E Ink tablet PineNote announced with powerful internals
Digital Views installs an 84-inch E Ink signboard in California
A California-based company called Digital Views that deals with LCD controller boards and display solutions has installed a large public signboard in Silicon Valley, California. Measuring 84-inches wide, what sets this signboard apart from the rest is its E Ink panel. The 84-inch e-paper signboard is comprised of three 42-inch panels lined up vertically. As seen in the image … [Read more...] about Digital Views installs an 84-inch E Ink signboard in California
E INK is developing a 28 inch color display
E INK has just struck a partnership with Innolux, a leading supplier of TFT-LCD panels. The two sides will jointly create and promote a 28 inch Advanced Color E-Paper screenAdvanced Color E-Paper screen that will be used for IoT and Smart City applications. The 28-inch bar type color ePaper using E Ink Gallery will be mainly used for in-vehicle advertisement signage and … [Read more...] about E INK is developing a 28 inch color display
Mudita Pure E INK smartphone is delayed
The Mudita Pure E INK enabled smartphone raised over four hundred thousand dollars and was supposed to be released in April. It looks like this device is going to be delayed until at least September or October 2020. The company mentioned that during production they found a number of errors in the hardware that needed to be corrected. The Mudita Pure features a 2.84 E Ink … [Read more...] about Mudita Pure E INK smartphone is delayed
What is E INK? What type of products are out there?
E INK is best known for e-readers, such as the Amazon Kindle or Barnes and Noble Nook. The e-paper technology is also employed for e-notes or digital note taking devices, such as the Onyx Boox MAX 3 or Remarkable 2. There are other lesser known uses, such as smartphones, grocery store price tags, digital signage and secondary monitors! Today, Good e-Reader has a new video that … [Read more...] about What is E INK? What type of products are out there?
Hisense A5 now available on the Good e-Reader Store
The Hisense A5 is one of the only modern E INK phones that are actually available to purchase. The Kingrow K1 was only sold on a crowdfunding campaign for a limited timeframe and the Yodaphone is discontinued. Later on in the year Hisense is going to release a color E INK phone and Onyx is also going to release one too. If you are looking for an affordable smartphone, that is … [Read more...] about Hisense A5 now available on the Good e-Reader Store