Dasung has made the Paperlike Color portable E Ink monitor available via its official U.S. web store. This 12-inch device with 2,560 x 1,600 pixels supplements the eye-friendly color e-ink screen appeal with a front light, touch screen functionality, and simple USB-C connectivity. However, $849 (including shipping) may be prohibitive for many interested.
The Dasung Paperlike Color portable first became available in China in March of this year. However, now that it is available in the U.S., this 12-incher is worth a closer look at. The main appeal is, of course, the E Ink display. This technology has several advantages: power efficiency, wide viewing angles, and easy-on-the-eye paperlike readability. Dasung has built upon this solid foundation with advancements like the richer color reproduction of this display and an integrated E Ink ComfortGaze front light with color temperature adjustments.
E Ink Kaleido 3 technology is behind the enhanced visuals. This new generation panel means E Ink devices can boast 16 grayscale levels and up to 4,096 colors. Kaleido 3 is claimed to boost color saturation by 30% compared to the previous generation. Moreover, E Ink says this third-gen color display has increased responsiveness and is more usable for the playback of animations and videos.
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Size |
12-inch diagonal, 2560 x 1600 pixels, 16:10 aspect ratio |
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Technology |
E Ink Kaleido 3 display with E Ink ComfortGaze front light |
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Performance |
Up to 4096 colors, Dasung X-Color Filter algorithm, Dasung Turbo refresh and low latency |
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Connections |
Multitude of Android and iOS devices are supported for display in, USB-C cable provided, a PD charger rated for at least 22W is recommended when using with a mobile |
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Buttons |
Six buttons for configuring and adjusting display properties |
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Physical |
CNC aluminum chassis, product is 288.3 x 196.1 x 5.3mm and weighs just 439g. Case/stand is provided |
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Price |
$849.00 |
This Dasung monitor will surely be on the radar of those who like the fundamental appeal of E Ink technologies and are watching out for a portable monitor. Extra frills like Kaleido 3 color saturation and ComfortGaze lighting help build the case for this device.
However, a screen just 12 inches in diagonal but touted as a remedy for eye strain creates some dissonance. Last but not least, the price is very high, as we mentioned in the introduction, but E Ink aficionados should be used to that by now.
We keep a close eye on portable monitors, as our Best Portable Monitors 2024 feature shows. You can find our opinions on many portable monitors for productivity or gaming, with sizes from 10-inches to expansive dual-screen setups, from 60 to 144 Hz refresh rates, and using panel tech such as IPS, VA, and even OLED.
