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Old 10-20-2009, 01:01 PM   #1
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AUO Announces 20inch and 6inch flexible ePaper
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Dedicated to the development of green innovation, AU Optronics Corp. ("AUO" or the "Company") (TAIEX: 2409; NYSE: AUO) today announced a series of innovative e-paper technology applications, including the world's largest* 20-inch e-paper module and AUO's first 6-inch flexible e-paper. With its aggressive technology development, AUO plans to offer flexible e-paper samples in 2010 in order to provide a power-efficient and convenient green lifestyle to the consumer market. The relevant e-paper technologies will be showcased in FPD International 2009, held in Yokohama Japan, from Oct. 28-30.
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Old 10-20-2009, 01:08 PM   #2
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Hmmm. A 9-inch ebook reader. I wonder what exactly in-cell touch functions and embedded Single Chip Solution means.
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Old 10-20-2009, 01:23 PM   #3
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Hmmm. A 9-inch ebook reader. I wonder what exactly in-cell touch functions and embedded Single Chip Solution means.
I don't know, but it sounds cool doesn't it?

Actually, I think "in cell" means that the touch functionality is built right into the display rather than being a separate layer under or over the epaper itself.

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Old 10-20-2009, 01:26 PM   #4
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Actually, I think "in cell" means that the touch functionality is built right into the display rather than being a separate layer under or over the epaper itself.

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that is my understanding as well. i have a friend who has seen these screens in person ; he says they are really impressive. i can't wait to see these devices.
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They said it was 9:1 contrast ratio...I guess it's a step up from Vizplex. Can't wait until we can double or triple that at least...
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Hmmm. A 9-inch ebook reader. I wonder what exactly in-cell touch functions and embedded Single Chip Solution means.
Hi,

just yesterday I read that some company plans on producing processor versions just for eBook readers combining ARM-based CPU and controller for the eInk screen in one chip. I guess that is what they are referring to.

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just yesterday I read that some company plans on producing processor versions just for eBook readers combining ARM-based CPU and controller for the eInk screen in one chip.
See Marvell ARMADA with integrated EPD controller.
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This is merely about a new type of display, NOT A FULL READER.
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This is merely about a new type of display, NOT A FULL READER.
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With the in-cell touch functions and embedded Single Chip Solution, the debut 9-inch e-book display provides a 1024x768 high-definition screen. AUO also debuts its 2-piece 6” e-book with foldable design. Consumers can combine e-book reading with a traditional reading experience.
I think these are reference designs for ebook Readers, but I agree that this is mostly about displays and there might not even be full reference designs available.
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I always see these electronic paper devices in sci-fi movies and they look so damn cool.

In this case it can be bent, but ships in a bulky solid frame so it's not bendy? The bendiness may be a little marketing ploy given that the final product isn't made to be so flexible?
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In this case it can be bent, but ships in a bulky solid frame so it's not bendy? The bendiness may be a little marketing ploy given that the final product isn't made to be so flexible?
The advantage would just being must less fragile than the glass on current e-ink devices.

Most people don't need to bend what they're reading. Flexibility just makes it more durable, more resistant to drops and jostling around in a backpack or briefcase etc.

I'm more interested to see what it does for stylus writing/touch screen functions in regard to accuracy, lag (on e-ink like the iRex) etc.
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Competition for EInk. Hope this brings prices down.
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They said it was 9:1 contrast ratio...I guess it's a step up from Vizplex. Can't wait until we can double or triple that at least...
It is a step down from 10:1.
The step up is in the new iRex; 12:1.
I will not buy a new reader as long as I do not see a big step up.
In too many conditions, the screen of my reader is too dark, whereas a paper book is perfectly readable.
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