Bookeen breakthrough real time web page scrolling on eInk panel
Why Hacker News recommends it
HN cites it as proof that eInk panels can refresh fast and that slow e-readers are mainly a display-controller problem.
What it is
A short Bookeen R&D demo showing real-time web page scrolling on an eInk panel, far faster than typical e-readers. It was a prototype for the next generation of Cybook readers.
Recommended by 1 HN commenters across 1 different months, 2011 to 2022.
What Hacker News said
Recommends ippisl · 2011-11 · on “Jeff Bezos Owns the Web in More Ways Than You Think”
The bookeen odyssey[2] looks more interesting as an e-ink tablet. While it isn't out yet(it'll be out in 22/11), they made an impressive demo of the technology[1], showing a really fast display. They also have strong processor(cortex-a8, 800mhz), so web browsing will probably be much nicer and fun than the kindle. [1] [this video] [2] [LINK]
Cites 4ad · 2012-10 · on “E-Ink Android phone promises a week long battery life”
Yes they are: [LINK] [this video] The problem with existing e-readers is with the poor programming of the display controller, not with the display itself.
Cites ernesth · 2022-08 · on “Show HN: A VNC viewer for eInk devices capable of 30 FPS when writing text”
I thought 11 years ago that e-ink with good refresh was achieved, seeing bookeen's prototype display videos and full screen scrolling. [LINK] [this video] But all e-ink devices I have seen since were slow and would form time to time show remanence.