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Aura’s newest e-ink photo frame is even better and more affordable than its last

Summary

  • Aura has unveiled a new 10-inch Ink photo frame priced at $349, following its previous 13-inch model which costs $499.
  • The device utilizes E Ink's Spectra 6 display technology, which renders six colors, enhanced by three proprietary additions: off white, mustard, and orange.
  • Aura employs a proprietary dithering algorithm to blend the limited color palette into smooth gradients, improving color accuracy for skin tones.
  • The 10-inch frame is available in a single design featuring a black frame with a dark grey linen-textured mat.
  • The frame connects to the Aura app, allowing users to upload photos from phones and share albums with up to four other people.
  • Aura recommends setting the frame to update once daily to conserve battery life.
  • The product includes hanging hardware, a stand, and a USB-C charging cable.
  • Aura claims the Ink 10-inch frame lasts three months on a single charge, though real-world usage may vary based on lighting conditions.
  • The display is designed to resemble a printed photograph rather than a digital screen, though colors appear less saturated than in physical prints.

Aura is unveiling a new product: a 10-inch digital e-ink frame that can blend in seamlessly with printed photos.

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Hardware,Gadgets,aura,E Ink,Eric Jensen