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It has some downsides compared to paper: 1. White paper is significantly whiter than white e-ink 2. Black ink is significantly darker than black e-ink 3. Large
by carlosjobim 2y ago
It has some downsides compared to paper:
1. White paper is significantly whiter than white e-ink
2. Black ink is significantly darker than black e-ink
3. Large A4-size e-ink displays are expensive
4. Large e-ink displays are sensitive and can break, you have to handle with a lot of care
But otherwise there are tremendous advantages over paper. And with a textured screen cover, writing on e-ink is just as comfortable as writing on paper.
- globular-toast 2y agoI should have been more specific. I think it has (virtually) no downsides compared to a standard paperback book. I very much enjoy high quality and larger scale printing that is certainly not achievable on any screen, including e-ink. Also, when it comes to textbooks and references, books are simply a better technology than screens, in my opinion. But, again, this isn't specific to e-ink. I haven't tried writing on e-ink. Is it better than the most expensive Apple tablets? Any time I've tried the lag is noticeable and I can't stand it.
- carlosjobim 2y agoWriting on recent e-ink tablets is like writing on paper. The lag is difficult to notice. I don't know how it compares to Apple tablets.
- globular-toast 2y agoWhich device(s) in particular? I'll try to find one to try it. Most electronics retailers tend to be displaying the Apple type stuff and the copycats. I assumed it was representative of screens in general.
- carlosjobim 2y agoTry the Onyx Boox X or Tab. But you will probably only find them to buy online.