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Diptyx is a new open-source e-reader now crowdfunding on Crowd Supply, positioning itself as a long-term alternative to locked-down commercial devices. Built around an ESP32 microcontroller and a distinctive dual-screen design, the device focuses on ownership, repairability, and offline reading without DRM or cloud dependencies.

The most striking aspect of Diptyx is its book-like form factor. Two 5.83-inch black-and-white e-ink displays are joined by a hinge, allowing the device to close like a physical book and protect the screens without requiring a case.

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[–] Chee_Koala@lemmy.world 23 points 1 week ago

Not a fan of the dual screen, but I am a big fam of open source ereaders. Options are currently limited. If any one of the FOSS book projects takes off, we'd all benefit a lot!