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Daylight DC-1
The bottom line: Prices are stable. If price is a concern, check the Kindle Scribe (2025) instead.
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
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
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