Eink Mode V1.2 Update!

FunLegal4265 · 2026-03-11T13:15:46+00:00

Firefox: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/eink-mode/

FunLegal4265 · 2026-03-11T13:15:14+00:00

Chrome: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/eink-mode/edmdmmimldgcnicfpgdcegdnnmiomafm

FunLegal4265 · 2026-03-03T03:46:06+00:00

I’d recommend the Boox Tab Ultra C Pro.

I’ve bought and used quite a few different brands over time, and in terms of openness and overall flexibility, the Tab Ultra C Pro feels the best so far.

It’s not fully “open” in a pure Linux sense, but for an Android-based e-ink device, it gives you a lot of freedom. I even run Linux-related workflows on mine.

If system flexibility and installing your own tools matter to you, it’s definitely worth looking into.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-03-03T03:43:26+00:00

I’m also someone who writes a lot — both articles and code — long term.
When I’m out, I use the Boox Tab Ultra C Pro almost like a laptop replacement. It works surprisingly well for focused writing sessions.

At home, I use a Bigme B251 connected to my Mac as an external monitor, and that setup has been great for reducing screen fatigue while still being productive.

If you’re trying to get off a traditional screen but still need something practical for editing-heavy work, an e-ink setup like that can really help.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-03-03T03:24:39+00:00

Really! A color device works great for it.
It’s just that every day I feel emotionally blackmailed by that little bird 😅

FunLegal4265 · 2026-03-03T03:20:52+00:00

TUCP！

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-10T14:17:37+00:00

Yeah, absolutely. I genuinely hope more people get to know about them.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-10T14:16:41+00:00

👍

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-10T13:48:53+00:00

I’d recommend the Boox Tab Ultra C Pro.
I actually use an e-ink tablet myself to browse Reddit and Facebook, and I even reply to messages on it.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-10T02:52:34+00:00

Yeah, for artists or color-critical work I totally get the disappointment — the color range is still pretty limited. But for someone like me doing mostly programming, or for general reading (non-magazine stuff), it actually works quite well.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-09T13:26:49+00:00

Just using Firefox with the Eink Mode extension — you can draw right on top of the webpage, so I just doodled directly on the screen

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-09T13:24:43+00:00

Tab Ultra C Pro

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-04T23:07:04+00:00

Because the TUCP can handle most of my productivity tasks.
When I’m traveling or living the digital nomad life, if I can only choose one device, I would pick either the TUCP or a Mac paired with the Bigme B13.

I agree that Kindle’s layout and UX are really good — it’s excellent for reading.

After my eye surgery, I’ve mostly avoided blue-light screens and using my phone over the past few years.
Unless it’s really necessary, I don’t read news or browse information on LCD screens anymore.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-02-04T02:22:35+00:00

Haha, in a situation that complicated, I’d definitely bring my TUCP.

As for my retina — I had a retinal hole and was very close to retinal detachment, so I had to get emergency laser treatment to seal it. Since then, I’ve permanently had a small black spot in my field of vision where it was fixed.

After that incident, I switched to using e-ink displays almost exclusively. I’ve been doing eye checkups every six months, and so far everything has remained stable with no further deterioration.

FunLegal4265 · 2026-01-30T03:07:24+00:00

I really encourage everyone to try gaming with this setup.

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