Hybrid Monitor Features Ultra-Fast Paper-Like Display With Vibrant Colors

E Ink is great for reading text on small screens for extended periods, but LCD and OLED are better suited for larger displays with dynamic content. Taiwan’s Hannspree is looking to bridge the gap between the two.

While E Ink is easier on the eyes compared to other digital screens, it struggles with dynamic visuals. Some device makers have improved ePaper refresh rates—like Onyx Boox’s Super Refresh and Dasung’s God-Level High Refresh—but other display technologies still hold an advantage.

Modus Tech, Dasung, and Hannspree’s Approaches to Paper-Like Displays

Modus Tech introduced a 60-Hz Paper Monitor on Crowd Supply late last year, and Dasung is also preparing a model with similar refresh capabilities. However, Hannspree has chosen a hybrid strategy, utilizing Transflective LCD technology.

As the name implies, this technology lets users switch between a reflective, paper-like display—where screen clarity and brightness rely on ambient light—and a transmissive mode, which activates LED backlighting with the press of a button. Hannspree suggests using the backlight when “workspace illuminance drops below 1,000 lux.”

Advancements in Display Technology

Similar to last year’s HannsNote2, this allows for the display of 16.7 million colors, far surpassing the limited range of current E Ink screens. The Hybri also features a peak refresh rate of 75 Hz, ideal for watching YouTube anytime, and a 5-millisecond response time for “lightweight PC gaming.” Its 23.8-inch screen delivers content in 1,920 x 1,080 resolution.

Hannspree claims that with the backlight turned off, the Hybri uses up to 80% less power than a standard LCD screen. The monitor supports both landscape and portrait orientations and offers HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA connectivity, along with an audio input for its built-in speakers and a headphone jack.

For those who spend long hours staring at backlit screens, this could be a welcome relief for tired eyes. However, it comes with a significantly higher price tag compared to similarly sized traditional monitors. The Hybri is available for pre-order at around US$900, though details on international availability are still unclear.

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