Digital Art Display via Paperless Paper 7 E Ink Frame Embellishes Ash Wood
In the world of digital picture frames, the Paperless Paper 7-inch E Ink Frame stands out as a unique and innovative option. This frame, designed and produced by Paperless Paper, offers significant advantages over traditional digital picture frames, primarily due to its E Ink display and premium design.
The frame's display uses paper-like surface technology, presenting images softly and naturally, as if printed on quality paper. Unlike traditional LCD screens, it features a glare-free surface without backlight, enhancing the viewing experience. The display delivers 60,000 colours, providing richer and more nuanced visuals compared to typical digital frames that often rely on harsh, bright LCDs.
Another key advantage is its ultra-low power consumption. The frame can run for up to six months on just four AAA batteries, far exceeding the battery life of many conventional digital frames that require frequent recharging or continuous power. Alternatively, it can be powered via USB-C cable, power bank, or rechargeable NiMH batteries.
The frame itself is crafted from high-quality solid ash wood, adding a tactile warmth and traditional photo frame aesthetic. This wooden casing creates a more elegant, gallery-like presentation of digital images, making it feel like a cherished home object rather than a cold gadget.
The compact 7-inch size of the Paper 7 frame is ideal for intimate displays on desks, nightstands, or gallery walls. The frame includes a classic white mat for visual breathing room around images. It also offers three colour options: natural wood, white, and black.
Images can be uploaded to the Paper 7 frame via Wi-Fi through a web interface or mobile app, without any subscriptions, cloud lock-in, or complicated setup procedures. The lack of backlight on the Paper 7 frame means it's not visible in darkness, but this limitation is appropriate for something designed to mimic traditional prints.
Operating in complete silence with no heat generation, the Paper 7 frame is suitable for bedrooms or quiet spaces. The frame represents the growing trend toward calm technology that enhances rather than dominates our living spaces.
Priced at $220, the Paper 7 frame costs significantly less than most E Ink picture frames, making it an affordable option for those looking to upgrade their digital photo display. With its paper-like display, ultra-low power consumption, premium design, and affordable price, the Paperless Paper 7-inch E Ink Frame offers a more refined, energy-efficient, and visually pleasing way to display digital photos in the home.
[1] Source: Paperless Paper press release, 2021.
- Smart-home devices, such as the Paperless Paper 7-inch E Ink Frame, are increasingly embracing the concept of calm technology, being designed to integrate seamlessly into living spaces without dominating them.
- At various events showcasing innovative technology gadgets, the Paperless Paper 7-inch E Ink Frame has garnered attention for its unique paper-like display and energy-efficient design, setting it apart from traditional digital picture frames.
