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The Bigme Hibreak Pro is the most powerful E-Ink smartphone available, outperforming competitors like the Bigme Hibreak BW, Hibreak Color, Hisense models, Minimalist Phone, and Mudita Kompact. While the market for E-Ink phones is small, the Hibreak Pro stands out with its 6.13-inch Carta 1200 display, MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor, and multiple refresh speed modes.
Hardware
• Display: 6.13-inch E Ink Carta 1200 (824 x 1648, 300 PPI) with zero blue light, flicker-free technology, and 36-level warm/cold lighting.
• Design: White plastic build with a leather-like rear finish; no glass protection on the screen.
• Processor & Storage: MediaTek Dimensity 1080 (2.4GHz, 8-core), 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage (no SD card expansion).
• Camera: 20MP rear, 5MP front.
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM 4G/5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB-C.
• Battery: 4500mAh, lasting weeks on a charge, with 18W fast charging.
• Security & Sensors: Fingerprint sensor, gyroscope for automatic screen rotation.
• Audio: Mono speaker, microphones at the top and bottom (no headphone jack, but supports Bluetooth audio).
Software & Performance
• Runs Android 14 with Google Play Store preinstalled.
• Busy UI out of the box, filled with preloaded apps.
• Quick settings panel for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, dark mode, brightness, and volume control.
• E INK Control Centre: Adjusts refresh rates, contrast, and different display modes for books, comics, and video.
• Speed Modes:
• HD 256: 256 levels of grayscale for superior image quality.
• Regal, Fast, and Extreme: Increase performance but may reduce image quality.
Reading Experience
• Perfect for reading with Google Play Books, Kindle, comics, and manga apps.
• E Ink benefits: No glare, comfortable for long reading sessions, reduces eye strain compared to LCD/OLED screens.
• Drawbacks: Battery life is shorter than dedicated e-readers like the Kindle due to Android’s background processes.
Final Thoughts
The Bigme Hibreak Pro is the best E-Ink phone available, offering a high-resolution display, fast performance, and Android 14 for long-term app support.
Pros:• Sharp E Ink screen with zero blue light.
• Fast performance with a powerful processor.
• Google Play Store support for unlimited apps.
• Weeks-long battery life.
Cons:• Mono speaker (no stereo sound).
• No expandable storage.
• Large screen gap creates an annoying shadow effect.
While the lack of color may be a letdown for some, this is the ultimate E-Ink phone for reading and daily use.
Source: Bigme Hibreak Pro EINK Smartphone Review - Good e-Reader
