A Swiss-based collaboration is aiming to disrupt the commercial display market with technology that claims to consume no power while showing static images. PocketBook, partnering with E Ink and Sharp, has unveiled InkPoster, a new display category that marries traditional e-paper technology with color capabilities previously reserved for LCD screens.
The system comes in three sizes, each targeting different market segments. The flagship 31.5-inch model features E Ink Spectra 6 technology with 2560 × 1440 resolution and a 20,000-mAh battery. A 28.5-inch version combines E Ink Spectra 6 with Sharp’s IGZO technology, offering 2160 × 3060 resolution and the same battery capacity. The smaller 13.3-inch model, designed for more intimate spaces, provides 1200 × 1600 resolution powered by a 14,000-mAh battery.
Each unit incorporates wireless connectivity through both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, managed through a proprietary app that provides access to an art collection curated by professional consultants. The technology eliminates blue light emission and heat generation, traditional drawbacks of LCD displays.
The Swiss-based development team at PocketBook brings 17 years of e-paper expertise to the project. Their design allows for both vertical and horizontal orientation, with the company claiming up to one year of wireless operation on a single charge under normal use conditions.
The integration of Sharp’s IGZO technology with E Ink’s Spectra 6 in the mid-sized model is aimed at improving image update speeds while maintaining the power efficiency inherent to e-paper displays. This hybrid approach could indicate future directions for the technology.
Industry observers note that while the specifications suggest significant advances in e-paper capability, the absence of pricing information and real-world performance data leaves key questions unanswered. The success of InkPoster may depend on whether its practical implementation can match its technical promises, particularly in commercial environments where reliability and visual impact are paramount.
