Comparing E-Ink Devices for Best Use Cases

Sep 9, 2024

Lecture Notes: E-Ink Devices Comparison

Introduction

  • Presenter compares various E-Ink devices on a sunny day in Vienna.
  • Focus on text, illustrations, photos, and note-taking on different devices.
  • Devices discussed include Remarkable Paper Pro, Onyx devices, and Bigme hybrids.

Device Comparisons

Onyx Boox Devices

  • Onyx Boox Go 10.3

    • Known for high-quality black and white E-Ink screen.
    • Best text presentation among devices discussed.
    • Refresh after each page; slower, but acceptable for text reading.
    • Uses Regal mode for image smoothing in black and white.

  • Onyx Boox Palma

    • Smaller, smartphone-sized E-Reader.
    • Sharp display for text.

  • Onyx Boox Tab Ultra C

    • Has a color K 3 E-Ink display.
    • Slight RGB filter overlay, darker screen.

Remarkable Paper Pro

  • Demonstrates excellence in color display outdoors.
  • Shines with bright yellows, rich reds, natural blues.
  • Not ideal for pure text; better for color-rich content like textbooks and photography.

Bigme Hybrids

  • Bigme HiByrid
    • Newly released smartphone with Koo 3 color display.
    • Slightly darker screen due to RGB filter overlay.

Usage Scenarios and Observations

Outdoor Conditions

  • Sunshine affects screen brightness and color tone.
  • Remarkable Paper Pro stands out in sunlight for colorful content.

Note-Taking Experience

  • Marketed as a note-taking device.
  • Palm rejection functionality.
  • Delay in color line drawing but flawless in black.
  • Pencil tool imitates crayon/pencil on paper, pressure-sensitive.

Performance in Different Content Types

  • Remarkable Paper Pro provides excellent color representation.
  • Physics textbooks, oceanography books benefit from color displays.
  • Pure text: Onyx Boox Go 10.3 preferred for sharpness and brightness.

Additional Features and Observations

  • Sunlight and heat warning in high temperatures.
  • Importance of E-Ink Center settings for optimal photo rendering.
  • Comparison of devices shows Onyx Go 10.3 as best for text, Paper Pro best for color.

Conclusion

  • Decision on device depends on use case: text reading vs. color display.
  • Remarkable Paper Pro is an excellent choice for color content.
  • Onyx devices offer versatile options for text reading and productivity.

This lecture provided a comprehensive comparison of various E-Ink devices, highlighting their best use cases and performance in different conditions. The information serves as a useful guide for potential buyers considering the features most relevant to their needs.