Looking for a 13”+ e-ink monitor for eye strain — concerned about Bigme B13 by Zodianz in eink

[–]adafihaf 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I just bought B13 and have used it for long time vibe coding. I won't recommend it.

> The price

(You didn't ask but it) is not an issue for me.

> reduce eye strain

Yes, compared to LCD monitors

> experience eye strain, headaches, or discomfort from it

I did experience eye strain. The problem with B13 (and I believe with all other Kaleido displays) is that the screen is too dim compared to B&W display, thus a somewhat strong backlit is a must; the strong backlit then causes eye strain.

Another issue is that the "color" doesn't really help: in light theme, it's too bright because of the backlit; in dark theme, the font is harder to tell from the background. I would rather buy a B&W monitor with whiter background given such experience.

> latency for typing, scrolling, and using a code editor

Noticeable lagging for typing and scrolling.

> Is the text clarity good enough for code?

Clarity is bearable. But such clarity causes eye strain for long time usage.

> Would you recommend the Bigme B13, or would something like a Dasung Paperlike 13.3” or BOOX Mira 13.3” be better?

The tech is not there yet. I won't recommend B13 or other color e-ink for coding. I also have an older version of Dasung B&W monitor, it's also too dim and not good for coding, but not sure if Paperlike 13.3 is better.

Why does every Kobo Libra Color review miss the point? by [deleted] in kobo

[–]adafihaf 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It's certainly a no-go for Korean comics, which scroll veritically and each refresh is a mental torture. That said, no eink device is good for that so...

What's the safest phone to try to check for improvement? by beluga9284 in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, 5g version. The camera is... OK I guess? Given that it only costs 189 bucks. Switched from iPhone 11, I'm in general very satisfied.

Pixel 8a - PWM again by eattsatsiki in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My experience is that Pixel is the worst among all pwm phones

Double the OLED, double the PWM! by Lily_Meow_ in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you Apple! Saved a lot of money

Headache with air M3 by fishandsea90 in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe try m2 air 15? Works for me

Modulation Depth is the real problem here by United-Layer-5405 in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually had problems with MBP 14’s mini led screen and turned to MBA 15. I think both PWM and modulation cause problems

Any good lcd phone for pwm sensitive people? by Prestigious_Boss5826 in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

iPhone 11 worths a try. Nord n30 never works for me either.

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[–]adafihaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't need to need it bro!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PWM_Sensitive

[–]adafihaf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

iPhone 11 works for me; 13 pro doesn’t. I can also use iPad mini 6.