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- 1New tool uses 2D DFT and dithering to sharpen eInk manga●Show HN: Using 2D DFT, dithering, etc. to maximize eInk manga image quality
A developer has showcased a technique combining 2D discrete Fourier transforms, dithering and related image processing to maximize manga image quality on eInk e-readers. The work, shared via the open-source Kindle Comic Converter project, has drawn attention and engagement from the hacker community, where readers of manga and comics on e-ink devices are discussing how signal-processing methods can improve grayscale conversion and rendering on low-resolution displays.
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A roundup highlights five technology brands now selling typewriters updated with modern features. The piece points to renewed interest in tactile, distraction-free writing devices, with companies blending classic mechanical keyboards or paper typing with digital conveniences such as e-ink screens, Bluetooth connectivity or file exporting. Coverage is aimed at consumers curious about retro-inspired gadgets and alternatives to conventional laptops and tablets for writing.
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Amazon has rolled out a new lineup of Kindle e-readers, headlined by the Kindle Colorsoft, its first model with a color display. The announcement, covered by outlets such as CNET, also includes refreshed versions of existing Kindle devices. Readers are discussing the move to color e-ink technology, what it means for reading comics, magazines and book covers, and how the new models compare on price and battery life.
- 4Artist presses on with daily ink drawing challenge●I know I’ll forget, fall behind, or just give up before the end of the month, but got today’s done on time. 😅 Also, 3 mo
An artist says they completed today's drawing on schedule despite doubts about keeping up with the month-long challenge, admitting they may forget, fall behind, or give up before it ends. They also noted it is three days short of one year since they began drawing on paper pro e-ink tablets. The post is tagged with Inktober, the popular October daily drawing challenge, and MastoArt.
- 5Driving the GDEH0154D67 e-paper display with Rust●Driving the GDEH0154D67 e-paper display with Rust https://sgt.hootr.club/blog/driving-gdeh0154d67-with-rust/ # Rust # Ha
A developer has published a detailed write-up on driving the GDEH0154D67 e-paper display using the Rust programming language. The post walks through the hardware and software work needed to get the small e-ink panel running, and it is being shared and discussed in embedded and open-source Rust communities.
- 6Honor launches magnetic e-paper reader that snaps onto phones●This Android brand just launched its own e-reader that lives on the back of your phone The 3.68-inch ePaper reader weigh
Honor has launched the Life S3, a 3.68-inch ePaper reader designed to attach to the back of a smartphone. The accessory weighs just 61 grams and snaps magnetically onto almost any phone, giving users an e-ink display for reading without buying a separate e-reader device.
Repos
- seamusc/papermono-shopping-list E-paper shopping list for the M5Stack PaperMono, with a FastAPI server and phone web UI
- ciromattia/kcc KCC (a.k.a. Kindle Comic Converter) is a comic and manga converter for ebook readers.