When it comes to e-reader technology, no company has played a more pivotal role than e Ink. The Taiwanese e-paper giant has been responsible for all of the screen technology found on the Kindle, Kobo and Nooks of the world. E Ink has had a robust Q3 2014, with revenue soaring to $132.95 million US. Orders for the company's EPD technology remained steady during the quarter. E … [Read more...] about E Ink Q3 2014 Financials Are a Breath of Fresh Air
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New $400 eInk Clock Goes on Sale
ClockOne has debuted a 40 inch clock made of the same e-paper that you would find on your Kindle or Nook e-Reader. The company has just launched a new Kickstarter campaign where you can pre-order one for $400, and  shipments expected to begin in May 2015. The Clock was designed to not only be a novelty but appeal to thousands of people looking to make a statement with … [Read more...] about New $400 eInk Clock Goes on Sale
Plastc Card Replaces Credit and Gift Cards using e-Ink
Avid consumers find themselves with a wallet or purse full of credit and gift cards. Startup Plastc is seeking to solve this situation with the advent of the Plastc Card. It utilizes touchscreen e-ink technology and you can add all of your credit, debit, gift and loyalty cards to one single card and flip between them with a single touch. Plastc helps you pay any way and … [Read more...] about Plastc Card Replaces Credit and Gift Cards using e-Ink
E-Ink May See Profits Increase in Second Half of 2014
E-Ink Holdings, the company responsible for e-paper found in the Kindle, Kobo, Nook and Sony may become profitable in the second half of 2014. This is mainly attributed to the growing orders for electronic tags from the US and Europe, and increased implementation for e-paper in smartphones and smartwatches. On average e-Ink has been experiencing consistent quarterly losses … [Read more...] about E-Ink May See Profits Increase in Second Half of 2014
E-Ink Down $20 Million in Q1 2014
E Ink Holdings, the company responsible for the vast majority of e-paper displays on the Kindle, Kobo, Nook and Sony e-readers has reported a loss of 19.96 million dollars in Q1 2014. 2013 was a year of major decline for e Ink, as they were down three of the four quarters. The managed to eek out a small profit for the holiday season due to ravenous demand for new products by … [Read more...] about E-Ink Down $20 Million in Q1 2014
Why E-Readers Are Not Innovative Anymore
Three years ago e-readers seemed to embrace new technology and give customers a reason to update their devices. In 2011 and 2012 we saw high resolution displays, color e-paper and the ability to read in the dark with front-lit screens. The constant innovation was directly attributed to the sheer amount of e-readers shipped between 2010 and 2012. Why the lack of innovation? e … [Read more...] about Why E-Readers Are Not Innovative Anymore
e Ink Reports 10% Quarterly Loss
The dedicated e-reader market is shrinking and the companies heavily invested in this space are diminished from the boom period of 2011 and 2012. e Ink is the primary player in this sector, their screen technology can be found on the Kindle, Kobo, Nook and Sony readers. Chief Financial Executive Eddie Chen recently told investors that e Ink's revenue is expected to plunge 10% … [Read more...] about e Ink Reports 10% Quarterly Loss
E Ink Demos New Luggage Tags
E Ink has been traditionally known for the screen technology found on popular e-readers such as the Kindle Paperwhite, Kobo Aura and Sony PRS-T3. The company has been developing digital signage technology for the past year and a half, and now accounts for 6% of their revenue stream. This year at CES the company debuted a new luggage tag system that will allow travelers more … [Read more...] about E Ink Demos New Luggage Tags
E Ink Opens New US Corporate Headquarters
e Ink has just unveiled their new corporate headquarters in the US, which puts their business and R&D divisions all under one roof. The new facility is a modern, open and collaborative space, labs, pilot facilities, test chambers and administrative offices, all under one roof. The company was previously headquartered in Cambridge. The new E Ink Innovation Center … [Read more...] about E Ink Opens New US Corporate Headquarters
Worlds Largest e-Paper Sign Displayed at UN Headquarters
e-Ink has set a worlds record for the latest e-Paper sign that is installed at the UN Headquarters in New York. The eWall is an intricate combination of architectural, display and network engineering. It stands about 6 meters wide with 231 tiled 7.4" displays arranged in a grid of 33 displays across by 7 displays high. With an overall resolution of 26,400 x 3,360 pixels, it is … [Read more...] about Worlds Largest e-Paper Sign Displayed at UN Headquarters