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
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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
The Truth Behind e Ink Regal and Carta
Yesterday e Ink announced their latest generation screen technology named Carta. E Ink Carta displays utilizes a new electronic ink formulation and technology to provide a dramatic 50% improvement in contrast ratio and over 20% improvement in reflectance over previous generations of E Ink displays for a remarkably improved viewing and reading experience. The new Carta displays … [Read more...] about The Truth Behind e Ink Regal and Carta
New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Uses E-Ink Carta Technology
The new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite was just announced yesterday, and one of the things highly touted was the new front-lit display and 25% faster page-turns. How exactly is this accomplished when the vast majority of the industry is using Pearl HD display screens? This is because Amazon was the first company to license a new breed of e-Paper called Carta.E Ink Carta displays … [Read more...] about New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Uses E-Ink Carta Technology
e Ink suffers $33 Million Dollar Loss Q2 2013
e Ink Holdings has had a sizable setback with their reported $33.63 million dollar loss last quarter. The company is seeing decreased demand for their e-Reading panels, despite the fact that they are the cornerstone of Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Kobo's e-reading technology.e Ink has seen a constant decline in their last two quarters, due to most of their customer base … [Read more...] about e Ink suffers $33 Million Dollar Loss Q2 2013
The e-Reader and e-Paper Outlook for 2013-2014
Sid Display Week is happening right now in Vancouver, BC. This conference mainly showcases the latest screen technology for smartphones, televisions, advertising, and, of course, e-readers. We talked to some of the leading companies today and got their outlook on how the current e-reader landscape is shaping up and where the industry might go later this year and into … [Read more...] about The e-Reader and e-Paper Outlook for 2013-2014
E Ink Announces New e-Paper Technology Called Mobius
E Ink has just unveiled a new large screen e-paper display screen that will soon be hitting mass production. Mobius uses a TFT technology that will enable the development of much lighter and rugged products. Mobius displays can weigh less than 50% of an equivalent glass based TFT. This is particularly important for mobile products requiring larger display areas. The new Sony … [Read more...] about E Ink Announces New e-Paper Technology Called Mobius