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Originally Posted by mdp
A quick search seems to show that the i.MX6 SoloLite chip may cost around 20$, while the i.MX6 DualLite chip 30$... We may be lacking decision critical details - missing a second core and extra capabilities (GPU) for 10$ would be a bit shocking... : )
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It is more or less expected now that E-Ink readers will be able to go weeks between charging. That is probably the biggest differentiator between e-readers and tablets to most people; not the lack of LCD lighting. As such, the systems are designed to use as little power as possible. Single CPU, low clock speed, aggressive sleep management,... that's what it takes to keep battery usage down. A system that uses high power and thus needs daily recharging is going to upset a lot of people.