So the
Freewrite is an interesting concept. But it's a little bit too limited: only one keyboard layout, and no arrow keys. It also costs $500.
Since seeing the Freewrite (formerly Hemingwrite) I have been looking for a way to get the same, or better, functionality.
What I want:
* an e-ink screen (at
least 6")
* receiving input from a keyboard without requiring an additional power source while typing
* that syncs what I write to the cloud (with something like simplenote.com)
What I'd prefer, but am happy to compromise on:
* Bigger screen with good resolution
* Wired keyboard instead of bluetooth keyboard (or ideally, the option to do both)
There has been much discussion of this topic at this
thread, which is a couple of years old, but I don't think anyone has been able to build something that fulfils my three criteria.
It definitely is possible.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywYzZuZmLjc
This person has made it work with the Onyx Kepler and a bluetooth keyboard.
In the video below, someone appears to be able to make it work with the Onyx Boox T68 and a wired keyboard.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAG-pYuXdg0
However, I am not sure this person is doing it without an external power source.
The Android e-readers that I know of which have Bluetooth capability are:
* Onyx Kepler
* Onyx Kepler Pro
* Onyx Boox C67ML
* Onyx Boox T68
* InkBook Prime
Of these, the only ones I can find to buy are the InkBook Prime (amazon). The others all seem sold out.
It is very difficult to figure out whether an e-reader has the hardware capability to power a USB keyboard. For instance I bought the Icarus Illumina, but it
appears it cannot power a keyboard. If you know of any devices that are definitely able to do this, please let me know.
Thanks!
