Top 10: e-Ink e-Readers with color screen

2024. New 10.3″ Bigme inkNoteX Color with Android 13 is now available



The newly launched Bigme inkNoteX Color, featuring a sizable 10.3-inch color E Ink display, is now purchasable on Amazon albeit at a steep price tag of $699, making it one of the priciest eNotes available presently. Despite the cost, it boasts premium specifications for an E Ink gadget, running on open Android 13 with the capability to install third-party applications. Equipped with an octa-core 2.4GHz MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage with expandability via a memory card slot, the inkNoteX Color also incorporates advanced features like a fingerprint sensor, wireless charging stylus, dual speakers, a microphone, USB-C port, dual-band WiFi, and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Additionally, it sports both front (5MP) and rear (8MP) cameras, a 4000mAh battery, and measures 225.6 x 191 x 6.6mm in size. Although its weight remains unspecified, it appears to include a leather case as part of the package.


2024. Pocketbook released new Kaleido 3 e-reader Era Color



Pocketbook has unveiled its latest innovation, the Pocketbook Era Color, a cutting-edge e-reader boasting the revolutionary Kaleido 3 color e-paper technology. Packed with premium features including audiobook support, a built-in speaker, Text-to-Speech functionality, SMARTlight, and IPX8 water protection, this sleek device combines an award-winning design with functionality. Retailing at $259.99, the Pocketbook Era Color sports a 7-inch e-paper display with a resolution of 1264×1660, ideal for enjoying vibrant e-book cover art, comics, webtoons, or PDF files. Its SMARTlight feature ensures optimal reading conditions in any environment, with customizable light tones ranging from crisp daylight hues to soothing yellow tones for bedtime reading, adjustable via a convenient slider bar blending white and amber LED lights.

2023. iReader Color7 with 7-inch Kaleido 3 display launched



The new iReader Color7 e-reader introduces a 7-inch color E-Ink display with a Kaleido 3 feature supporting 4096 colors, showcasing a remarkable 30 percent increase in color vividness. The display incorporates a 28-level front light system offering individual warm and cold controls. With a sleek profile measuring just 4mm at its thinnest point, the e-reader strategically distributes its weight for comfortable single-handed usage. The device also boasts a 40 percent enhancement in color contrast through its new in-house color engine. Equipped with customizable buttons on the thicker side for operations like page turning, the Color7 runs on an 1800mAh battery that promises a week-long lifespan. USB-C facilitates data transfer, and the inclusion of dual microphones adds versatility. Priced at $330, the iReader Color7 presents an intriguing combination of advanced features and design elements.


2023. New 10.3″ Onyx Boox Tab Ultra C Pro Released



Onyx has introduced the Pro variant of their Tab Ultra C color-ereader, which was launched earlier this year. This upgraded version features a few enhancements and runs on the latest Android version (12 instead of 11). However, the changes seem relatively minor overall. The Pro model boasts a slightly faster processor, increased RAM (6GB instead of 4GB), and is 30 grams lighter. Nevertheless, it comes with a significantly smaller battery (4,600mAh compared to 6,300mAh), and most of the specifications and features remain unchanged. Priced at $649.99, there is also an optional Keyboard Cover with Trackpad available for $149.99. The Tab Ultra C Pro retains the same 10.3-inch color E Ink screen as its non-Pro counterpart, which can be compared to a standard black and white E Ink screen. This identical screen is also featured on the newly released Note Air3 C, which comes at a more affordable price of $499.


2023. Bigme launched color E-Ink Smart Learning Workbook B2



Bigme introduces its latest product, the Bigme Smart Learning Workbook B2, now available for $549.99. This innovative workbook boasts a 10.3-inch Kaleido 3 color E-Ink display, offering a pixel density of 300 PPI for black and white mode and 150 PPI for color mode. With a 4000mAh battery, it ensures extended usage. The workbook is equipped with a 5 MP front camera and an 8 MP rear camera, along with dual-frequency Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 support. Additional features include built-in speakers and a quad microphone system. It operates on the Android 11 open system. In terms of educational resources, the B2 Learning Workbook integrates an extensive library of over 40,000 learning materials spanning various subjects from elementary to high school. It supports real-time post-class exercises and claims to accommodate nearly all commonly used textbook versions in the domestic market. Furthermore, it offers features like exercise grading, error identification on specific topics, targeted practice, image-based question searches, AI-assisted writing, intelligent Q&A, video tutorials, and more.


2023. Bigme released new colour e-note S6 Color+


Bigme has unveiled its latest e-note, the S6 Color+, which comes with On-Cell Touch and boasts a vibrant 7.8-inch E Ink display based on the on-cell Kaleido 3 color e-paper technology. According to Bigme, this innovative color display incorporates fewer layers over the touch surface, resulting in improved light transmission and a brighter visual experience. Under the hood, the S6 Color+ houses a powerful octa-core 2.3 GHz processor, along with 6GB of RAM and a generous 128GB of internal storage. Should users require more storage space, the device supports expandable storage via an SD card of up to 1TB capacity. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, and 4G; however, network support is currently limited to China. To enhance user experience, the S6 Color+ is equipped with dual speakers and a microphone. On the photography front, it features a 5 MP front-facing camera and an 8 MP rear camera setup. Running on Android 11 with preinstalled Google Play Store, the device offers access to a wide range of applications. Powering the S6 Color+ is a 3000 mAh battery, ensuring extended usage. The S6 Color+ by Bigme is available at a price of $459.99.


2023. MobiScribe released color waterproof eNote - MobiScribe Wave Color



Earlier this year MobiScribe has introduced the MobiScribe Wave with 7.8-inch black and white E Ink screen, and now there is a color variant of the MobiScribe Wave as well. The MobiScribe Wave Color is priced at $320, while the black and white version costs $285. The MobiScribe Wave Color boasts a 7.8-inch E Ink Kaleido Plus screen and operates on Android 12. It includes a built-in speaker for audio playback and a frontlight with adjustable color temperature. The device's battery capacity is 2500mAh. As expected, it comes with a stylus, and the touchscreen supports 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity using a Wacom touchscreen, similar to most eNotes. Additionally, the MobiScribe Wave is waterproof with an IPX7 rating, enabling it to endure submersion in up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.


2023. Guoyue K3 Color e-note comes with 10.3-inch Kaleido 3 display



The Guoyue K3 Color is a new e-note tablet featuring a 10.3-inch E Ink Kaleido 3 display. The display specifications, such as support for 4096 colors and a 300 PPI resolution in Black and White mode, should already be familiar. The tablet includes its own reading engine called xReader, which offers support for 5 pen types, 16 handwriting colors, 5 levels of width adjustment, and 4 options for sharing or exporting content. Additionally, there is a wide selection of over 100 note templates available. For added security, the e-note incorporates a fingerprint scanner integrated within the Power button. Operating on Android 11, the tablet offers a smooth and efficient user experience. The bundled pen provides 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity, ensuring precision and accuracy. The price of the Guoyue K3 Color is $500.


2023. Pocketbook unveiled InkPad Color 2 e-reader



Pocketbook has unveiled a new 7.8-inch color e-reader that uses E INK Kaleido Plus e-paper technology. This device is designed to deliver full and vibrant color for digital books, manga, and other digital content. Users can access the Pocketbook Store to buy and download digital content, and the manual page turn buttons located at the bottom of the reader allow for easy and quick flipping through pages. Moreover, the PocketBook InkPad Color 2 is reliably protected against water damage, meeting IPX8 standards. The device is powered by a 2900 mAh battery that can last up to a month. Additionally, the PocketBook InkPad Color 2 is an ideal e-reader for audio enthusiasts, supporting six audio formats, and comes equipped with a built-in speaker, Bluetooth connectivity, and a Text-to-Speech function. With the built-in speaker, users can enjoy their favorite stories without the need for additional devices. The Pocketbook InkPad Color 2 is priced at $320.


2023. Onyx Boox is launching the Tab Ultra C with Kaleido 3 color e-paper



Onyx Boox has announced Tab Ultra C, a new 10.3-inch digital note-taking device and e-book reader. It features the latest generation of color e-paper, E INK Kaleido 3, with a flush bezel and a protective layer of glass. The warm and cool light system allows users to read in low-light environments or at night, and the 6,300mAh Li-ion Polymer battery provides power for several weeks. Measuring at 225 x 184.5 x 6.7 mm and weighing 480g, the Onyx Boox Tab Ultra C is equipped with Google Android 11 and preloaded with the Google Play Store. This feature enables users to access millions of free and paid apps by signing into their accounts. Additionally, the device comes with a free Pen 2 Pro stylus that has an eraser and a magnetic sleep cover case, available for $600. An optional case with a full keyboard can be purchased for an additional $110.


2023. Readmoo to launch the world’s first foldable color e-reader



Perhaps it's time for foldable e-readers to enter the mainstream, especially now that foldable smartphones are gaining popularity. Readmoo has taken on this challenge and plans to revolutionize the foldable device technology with the world's first foldable e-reader. This device features an 8-inch e Ink Gallery 3 display that is sure to impress users with its vivid colors and superior refresh rates. E Ink Gallery 3 is an electronic paper display technology that uses a combination of four electronic inks (cyan, magenta, yellow, and white) to create vibrant and saturated full-color imaging. Readers have been eagerly anticipating this technology, and Readmoo has been working closely with E Ink to develop color e-book readers that meet readers' expectations. At the ongoing Touch Taiwan Smart Display Exhibition, Yuantai Technology is also showcasing a prototype of an 8-inch folding panel that incorporates Gallery 3 technology, providing readers with a chance to experience its application firsthand. The new folding model aims to address two critical reader needs: portability and screen size.


2023. Bigme InkNote Color upgraded with an E INK Kaleido 3 Screen



The official upgrade of Bigme InkNote Color, a product designed for note-taking and using Android apps, brings significant enhancements. The new panel incorporates the advanced Kaleido 3 screen, ensuring a more precise representation of colors with a resolution of 1240×930 and 150 PPI. This device goes beyond being a basic e-note and serves as a versatile tablet. It boasts an E INK Carta HD e-paper display with a resolution of 1872×1404 and 227 PPI. The Color panel utilizes E INK Kaleido 3 and offers a resolution of 1240×930 with 150 PPI, allowing for the display of over 5,000 different color combinations. Bigme has developed cutting-edge color optimization processing technology to present a wider range of colors. One of the notable advantages of Kaleido 3 is the significant improvement in greyscale uniformity.


2023. Mobiscribe Wave unveiled water-proof e-note reader



Mobiscribe has recently unveiled the Wave, a dedicated e-reader and digital note-taking device. They offer two models, one featuring a traditional black and white E INK display, and the other equipped with a color e-paper display utilizing Kaleido Plus technology. The black and white version is currently available, while the color variant is set to ship in April. The Mobiscribe black and white model boasts a 7.8-inch E INK Carta HD display with a resolution of 1404×1872 and 300 PPI. It is powered by a Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 1.5GHz processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. This model is waterproof, making it suitable for use in environments like bathtubs or the beach. It comes with a USB-C cable for charging and document transfer. Bluetooth 5.1 enables wireless headphone or external speaker pairing, although it also features its own external speaker. The device is equipped with a 2500 mAh battery and is the first e-note to adopt Android 12.


2023. TCL Nxtpaper 12 Pro - color e-paper tablet with stylus



TCL, a Chinese device manufacturer, has introduced the TCL Nxtpaper 12 Pro, an Android tablet featuring a color e-paper display designed to minimize glare and blue light. The company claims to have achieved this through the implementation of a multi-layer filter system. In addition to this feature, the tablet also offers a special grayscale reading mode, resembling the experience of using E Ink technology, for those who prefer a 'Kindle' effect. TCL states that reading e-books and other content will be significantly enhanced through this reading mode. The tablet further boasts a paper-like finish, providing a tactile sensation similar to that of touching real paper. Additionally, the TCL Nxtpaper 12 Pro is accompanied by a stylus offering 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity.


2022. Pocketbook launches new 8-inch color e-reader Viva



Pocketbook has recently unveiled its first dedicated e-reader, the Viva, featuring an innovative 8-inch Gallery 3 color E INK Display. This cutting-edge screen is capable of showcasing a complete color gamut, delivering brighter color content on the user-friendly E Ink display. The Viva is available for pre-order at a price of $599, with shipping scheduled for April 2023. Noteworthy features of the PocketBook Viva include a built-in speaker, Text-to-Speech functionality, IPX8 water protection, and an adaptive SMARTlight. Equipped with a powerful quad-core processor and 64 GB of memory, the device allows users to store thousands of books. With its ultra-modern design, side control buttons, and impeccable ergonomics, the PocketBook Viva stands out as an e-reader that captivates users at first glance and touch.


2022. HyRead Gaze One is a new color E-Reader



HyRead, a company based in Taiwan, has introduced the Gaze One SC, a versatile 6-inch color e-reader that goes beyond traditional e-book reading by doubling as a digital photo frame and a customizable message board. Sporting a color e-paper display, a 1.8GHz quad-core processor, and 8 GB of built-in storage (expandable up to 128 GB via microSD cards), the Gaze One SC allows users to directly access and read personal files and information stored in formats such as ePuB, TXT, or PDF. Equipped with a G-sensor, the device automatically adjusts the display orientation to accommodate individual reading preferences. While the Gaze One SC excels as an e-reader for books, magazines, manga, and more, its creators have envisioned additional applications. Users can utilize the device's customizable message board to display excerpts from books, uplifting lines, or special messages for loved ones.


2022. Bigme Galy - 8-inch color tablet with E INK Gallery 3



Bigme has recently introduced its latest offering, an 8-inch color e-note utilizing E INK Gallery 3 color e-paper technology. This breakthrough device boasts the ability to display a staggering range of over 50,000 different colors, promising an unparalleled drawing experience. Notably, it supports full-color reading and editing of PDF files, as well as comics and magazines. The hardware specifications are truly impressive, featuring dual cameras with OCR technology. This marks the first commercially viable product utilizing Gallery 3 technology, generating immense excitement not only for Bigme but also for the industry as a whole. If Bigme can successfully demonstrate the readiness of Gallery 3 for the mainstream market, it is likely that other companies will follow suit. The anticipated retail price for this cutting-edge device is $699, with an expected release date in January 2023.


2021. Onyx released Boox Nova 3 with color E Ink screen


Onyx has unveiled a new iteration of its e-reader, the Boox Nova 3, which shares similarities with the regular Nova 3 model but boasts a notable enhancement—a 7.8-inch color E Ink screen. This updated version also features a cool-colored frontlight (without a warm frontlight) and an improved touchscreen with stylus functionality, while maintaining the same resolution. The device retains identical specifications, including 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, USB-C connectivity, WiFi, and Bluetooth 5.0 support. As with other Boox e-readers, it operates on Android 10, enabling the installation of Android apps. Users can enjoy drawing in 16 colors with 5 brush options, as well as reading and annotating PDF documents. The device introduces new customization options, additional gestures, screen recording functionality, and improved sharing options for seamless content transfer. Furthermore, the ePub engine has been enhanced by the developers. Priced at $419.99, the Boox Nova 3 comes bundled with a complimentary case.


2021. PocketBook unveiled 7.8-inch InkPad Color


The PocketBook InkPad Color, an e-reader equipped with a 7.8-inch color E Ink display, is now available for purchase on Amazon at a price of $329. It shares many similarities with its smaller predecessor, the 6-inch PocketBook Color released last year, but boasts the addition of a USB-C port. The updated Kaleido screen enhances color reproduction and provides a brighter white background. Powered by a dual-core 1GHz CPU, 1GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, the device also offers a microSD card slot, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a frontlight, albeit without the warm frontlight feature found in other color models. With a 2900mAh battery and weighing 225 grams, the PocketBook InkPad Color offers support for various formats such as ePub, PDF, CBR, CBZ, FB2, HTML, MOBI, and more.


2019. E Ink introduced Print-Color display



E Ink has unveiled its latest color E Ink display technology known as Print-Color. This innovative technology enables each pixel on an electronic paper display to showcase a range of colors, including black, white, red, green, blue, or combinations thereof. While the new display technology holds potential for consumer devices like eReaders, it remains uncertain whether there is sufficient demand to achieve economies of scale that would allow companies such as Amazon, B&N, or Kobo to offer color eReaders at competitive prices. Therefore, E Ink intends to initially focus on education, retail, and business applications for this advancement.


2012. PocketBook unveils first eReader with Color E Ink screen



PocketBook has introduced a new e-Reader called PocketBook Color, featuring a color E Ink screen and a frontlight. While color E Ink technology has faced challenges due to its requirement of high ambient light for optimal coloration, the inclusion of a frontlight in this device may address this issue. Unlike previous models with larger 9.7-inch screens, the PocketBook Color utilizes an 8-inch Triton display, supporting 4096 colors and boasting a resolution of 800x600. Additionally, the device incorporates PocketBook's advanced firmware, known for its PDF-friendly capabilities and support for various formats.


2010. Barnes & Noble Nook Color revealed



Barnes & Noble has introduced the all-new Nook Color, an Android tablet featuring a vibrant 7-inch color touchscreen, marking a departure from the traditional e-ink display (though the original Nook, priced at $149, will remain available and is still a major player in the e-reader market, with a 20 percent market share and an upcoming significant software update). B&N positions the Nook Color as a hybrid device, combining elements of an e-reader and a tablet. The software has been enhanced with a tablet-style user interface, and it offers integration with popular social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. The device includes built-in WiFi (802.11b/g/n) and 8GB of storage, but does not feature 3G connectivity at this stage. Impressively, the Nook Color maintains an aggressive price point of $249. Despite this affordability, the device boasts an impressive "VividView" IPS display, delivering a remarkable 16 million colors and a resolution of 1024 x 600. Notably, B&N has employed a "full lamination screen film" on top of the LCD to reduce glare, specifically addressing backlight glare rather than just external light sources.