Hisense A10: a smartphone with E Ink and a removable color display is ready for presentation
- The Hisense A10 combines E Ink and a detachable 6.13-inch LCD display.
- The device runs on a Qualcomm QCM6690 (Dragonwing Q-6690) processor.
- Screen switching is possible in three ways, including a physical button.
- The official presentation is scheduled for August 28 in China.
In June, the first reports emerged that the Chinese manufacturer Hisense was developing the A10 smartphone with a dual display – a black-and-white E Ink and a separate color LCD module that can be detached from the body. In July, the vendor confirmed the device's design, and now official photos have appeared online, published by the company's representative Lao Tzu.
The main 'engine' of the A10 is the Qualcomm QCM6690 microprocessor, also known as the Dragonwing Q-6690. This chip is already used in Boox Note X6 e-readers and is comparable in performance to the Unisoc T9100, placing it in the category of budget but sufficiently fast solutions.
The main screen is based on E Ink technology, which promises long battery life and comfort when reading text in bright sunlight. A separate T2000 TCON chip manages the panel, responsible for the refresh rate and other parameters.
The removable color display has a diagonal of 6.13 inches, attaches to the body with magnets, and, judging by the photos, has high brightness and good color reproduction. Its technical specifications have not yet been disclosed, but it is expected to use a standard LCD module.
Switching between screens is provided in three ways: the physical Ink Smart Key, settings in the system parameters, and quick access through the 'quick menu'. This allows the user to easily select the desired display depending on the task.
The price of the A10 has not been officially announced, but considering the use of an entry-level processor and its focus on the mass market, experts believe that the device will be affordable. It is important to note that the removable LCD display is not included in the basic package and will be sold separately.
The presentation of the model is scheduled for August 28 in China. If the smartphone lives up to its claimed capabilities, it could be an interesting option for those looking for an energy-efficient phone with the ability to switch to a bright color screen for multimedia.
The trend of dual screens is gaining popularity: such solutions allow for battery savings by using E Ink for reading and communication while maintaining a full visual experience on a color display. The Hisense A10 could become one of the first mass-market products that combine these two technologies.
Source: 3DNews
