At a Glance
- Hannspree’s new Lumo tablet uses ambient light instead of a backlight to reduce eye strain
- The 7.8-inch Android device displays 16.7 million colors at 60 Hz and weighs only 250 g
- Priced at £299 (about $400) with no US release date yet
Why it matters: For people with light sensitivity, migraines, or long screen hours, the Lumo promises a flicker-free, blue-light-free experience without the sluggish feel of typical e-readers.
Hannspree has launched the Lumo, a tablet the company calls a “dynamic paper tablet,” designed to minimize eye fatigue while keeping color, speed, and full Android functionality. The German firm says its proprietary ecoVision tech pulls in ambient light to sharpen the display, removing the need for a traditional backlight found in LCD or OLED panels.
How the Lumo Works
The device relies on electronic-ink principles: a textured, grainy surface that mimics paper. A front LED only switches on in low-light conditions and auto-adjusts brightness. Hannspree claims the screen is flicker-free, anti-glare, and blue-light-free, targeting users with photophobia, migraines, or computer-vision syndrome.
Key hardware points:
- 7.8-inch paper-like panel
- 60 Hz refresh rate and 5 ms response time
- 6.6 mm thin; 250 g total weight
- 4 GB RAM and Bluetooth 5.0
- Optional USI 2.0 stylus with 4,096 pressure levels, palm rejection, and eraser button
- 10-point multi-touch allows finger and stylus together
Software and Content
Running Android, the Lumo supports YouTube, Hulu, Prime Video, web browsing, casual gaming, video calls, and e-books. Territory manager Martin Kent told News Of Losangeles the Lumo “isn’t just another e-reader,” adding that the hardware offers “greater consideration for our health” by blending visual wellness, color, speed, and flexibility.
Market Outlook
The global e-reader sector is projected to double from $8.46 billion in 2023 to $16.93 billion by 2035, a 6.51% compound annual growth rate, according to data cited by Marcus L. Bennett. Hannspree has not announced US availability yet; the Lumo is currently priced at £299, roughly $400.
Key Takeaways
- Ambient-light screen tech removes backlight, cutting power draw and eye strain
- Android OS keeps the device versatile beyond reading
- Ultra-light build and stylus support target note-takers and avid readers
- Growth forecasts show sustained demand for paper-like displays through 2035
