Question any breakthroughs in e-ink technology?

[GunsMadeAmericaFree]

I remember reading maybe 8 years ago, that they were continuing research into color e-ink. I guess the technology works ok when there isn't a lot of movement, but with anything (video, 3d games, etc.) that has a lot of movement, there is blurring on the screen.

Has there been any significant advancement with this technology, or other energy saving technology when it comes to displays?

I ask because we recently retired our around decade old 24" monitors for new ones that only used about 45% of the power of the older models. Usually I use things until they die - this was the first time I've retired old monitors for energy efficiency. I wish I could get ahold of an e-ink Android phone - would love the increased battery life.

 

[Harry_Wild]

You got alot of advancements in screen technology! HDR is one of the biggies! Micro LED is coming slowly into the PC monitor area and OLED is prices are still high for PC monitor but getting reasonable for 4K HDTV. IMO everything is going to 32” as the go to size for PC monitors. 27” is where the market is at! Some are using 40”-42” OLED TV as monitors. I just find them way to big!

 

[GunsMadeAmericaFree]

Hmm, micro LED does indeed sound promising - I would like to see a production model, and compare the power use to a current monitor.

 

[Harry_Wild]

Hmm, micro LED does indeed sound promising - I would like to see a production model, and compare the power use to a current monitor.

Probably in 2024-2025. They are now only rolling mini led out for 2023!

 

[Muadib]

QD-OLED is where it's at, with micro LED not far behind it. I'm using a 48' OLED for a monitor now. Yes, it looks stupid on my desk, but I love it. My plan for next year is to replace my current Samsung tv with a QD-OLED set. If you haven't seen QD-OLED yet, you need to.

 

[ChipsAndDips]

Curious about this too. LCD's hurt my eyes a bit and I'm hoping when e-ink becomes available it will help. I actually like the old CRT's more than LCD to be honest (suspicious about the health effects of sitting next to their huge EMF field though)

 

[Leeea]

I remember reading maybe 8 years ago, that they were continuing research into color e-ink. I guess the technology works ok when there isn't a lot of movement, but with anything (video, 3d games, etc.) that has a lot of movement, there is blurring on the screen.

Has there been any significant advancement with this technology, or other energy saving technology when it comes to displays?

I ask because we recently retired our around decade old 24" monitors for new ones that only used about 45% of the power of the older models. Usually I use things until they die - this was the first time I've retired old monitors for energy efficiency. I wish I could get ahold of an e-ink Android phone - would love the increased battery life.

Color E Ink and Android are an exciting, excruciating pairing

E Ink can’t keep up.

www.theverge.com

there are also large monochrome e-ink displays:

Boox Mira Pro 25.3" 16:9 Monochrome E-Ink Monitor

Buy Boox Mira Pro 25.3" 16:9 Monochrome E-Ink Monitor featuring 25.3" E-Ink Panel, HDMI + Mini HDMI + DP + USB Type-C, 3200 x 1800 Resolution, 16 Gray Level Monochrome, Scroll Wheel, Adjustable Screen Refresh, Built-In Stereo Speakers, Adjustable Aluminum Stand, Works with Multiple Platforms...

www.bhphotovideo.com

fun tech, not for me

 

[igor_kavinski]

LCD's hurt my eyes a bit

Use f.lux to turn the screen to a warmer color that's easier on your eyes.

f.lux

Software to warm up your computer display at night, to match your indoor lighting.

justgetflux.com

Alternatively, you can use computer glasses such as https://gunnar.com/collections/all-glasses

 

[igor_kavinski]

Unfortunately, anything good for our health, is marketed as a premium product coz apparently, health itself is something for the elite, not the common people. This is the sad, pathetic world we live in.

 

[GunsMadeAmericaFree]

It would be really cool if there was a base phone with modular parts, where you could pick from a bunch of different options for screen, etc.

 

[igor_kavinski]

It would be really cool if there was a base phone with modular parts, where you could pick from a bunch of different options for screen, etc.

That wouldn't be thin. People will carry a huge IPhone Max Pro but introduce a modular Android phone and thickness will be their first objection.