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Daylight DC-1

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A unique 10.5-inch Android tablet with a 'LivePaper' display that combines the paper-like feel of e-ink with 60fps LCD-like responsiveness. No blue light, warm amber backlight, built for focus and eye health.

$729.00
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Released: 2024 No Subscription Android Built-in OS+

Pros & cons

What we like

  • 60fps display responsiveness (way faster than e-ink)
  • Zero blue light emission for eye health
  • Runs full Android apps at usable speed
  • Built-in speakers, mic, and stylus support
  • Multi-day battery life

What could be better

  • Expensive at $729 for a monochrome tablet
  • Monochrome only (no color at all)
  • No cameras (front or rear)
  • Budget MediaTek chip limits performance
  • Small company, limited availability

Key features

LivePaper display: 60fps, paper-like, zero blue light
Adjustable warm amber backlight
Sol:OS (custom Android 13) for distraction-free use
Stylus support for note-taking
Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0
Designed for extended reading and writing sessions

Who is this for?

Best for

People who spend hours reading and writing on screens and want to eliminate eye strain and blue light while keeping 60fps responsiveness.

Not ideal for

Anyone who needs color, cameras, or top-tier processing power. Not for casual tablet users.

How it scores

Build quality
85
Ease of use
75
Daily utility
70
Performance
65
Compatibility
60
Value
45

Review scores

Tom's Guide 3.5/5
TechRadar 3.5/5
Digital Trends 7/10

Price history (estimated)

Specifications

display 10.5-inch LivePaper (monochrome, 60fps, no blue light)
processor MediaTek Helio G99
ram 8GB
storage 128GB
os Sol:OS (Android 13 custom)
weight 550g (1.2 lbs)

Compatibility

iOS Not Supported
Android Supported (Built-in OS+)
Companion App None required

Runs custom Android-based OS, limited third-party app support