The Sony Paperless Reader

So how does it work? The Sony Reader’s display uses E Ink - a significant improvement over CRT and LCD technology. Instead of rows of glowing cells, E Ink microcapsules actually appear as either black or white depending on a positive or negative charge determined by the content. The result is supposed to be a reading experience that’s similar to paper - high contrast, high resolution, viewable in direct sunlight and at a nearly 180-degree angle, Sony says it requires no power to maintain the clarity of the image. This product, which also involves a flexible product called electronic paper technology, provides clarity and high resolution for the print. The 6-inch screen is supposedly as easy to read in full daylight as indoors, and can be viewed from nearly any angle. I think that this sort of electronic readers could revolutionize the way that we design, produce, print, market, buy, archive and read the printed word. But don't go out and buy it yet (if you can find one) - Sony say there will be a colour version out soon!

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Link: http://products.sel.sony.com/pa/prs/index.html?DCMP=reader&HQS=showcase_reader