Is a color E Ink screen good for comics?

It shows comics in color on a matte screen, but colors are muted and the 6-inch size is small for full pages. It suits casual comic reading more than large-format graphic novels.

Can I read Kindle and Kobo books on it?

Yes. It runs Android, so you can install the Kindle, Kobo and other reading apps and sign in to your accounts.

How does it compare with a monochrome e-reader?

You get color covers and comics, but contrast is lower and refreshes are slower than on a black-and-white E Ink screen. Text still reads well in good light.

Is the screen readable in bright light?

Yes. E Ink is matte and reflective-free, so it stays readable in sunlight, though the color layer makes it dimmer than monochrome E Ink.

Is it good for PDFs and textbooks?

It can open PDFs, but the 6-inch screen makes dense pages hard to read without zooming. A larger color e-reader suits textbooks better.

Does it work as a tablet for browsing and video?

It runs Android apps, but E Ink refreshes slowly and shows muted color, so it is best for reading rather than video or fast scrolling.

Where is the Bigme 6 Inch Color E Ink Kaleido3 E Reader cheapest?

At Walmart, for $161.49, as of our latest check.

Bigme 6 Inch Color E Ink Kaleido3 E Reader

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Our take on the Bigme 6 Inch Color E Ink Kaleido3 E Reader

The Bigme B6 is a 6-inch e-reader with a color E Ink Kaleido 3 display, so it shows book covers, comics and graphic novels in muted color on a matte, paper-like screen. It runs Android, which lets you install reading apps like Kindle, Kobo and ComiXology rather than being locked to one store. The small screen suits one-handed reading and travel, but color E Ink is dimmer and slower to refresh than an LCD tablet, and 6 inches is tight for full-page comics. Compared with monochrome readers it adds color at the cost of contrast and refresh speed; compared with color rivals it is compact and app-flexible.

Best forCommuters and travelers who want a pocketable readerComic and graphic novel readers who prefer a paper-like screenReaders who want Kindle, Kobo and other apps on one devicePeople who read for long sessions and want low eye strain

Pros

Color E Ink Kaleido 3 screen shows covers and comics in color
Matte, paper-like display with no glare in bright light
6-inch size fits one hand and small bags
Android lets you install multiple reading apps
Low power draw compared with an LCD tablet

Cons

Color E Ink looks washed out next to an LCD
Page turns and scrolling are slower than on a tablet
6-inch screen is small for full-page comics and PDFs
Color layer lowers contrast compared with monochrome E Ink

Bigme 6 Inch Color E Ink Kaleido3 E Reader prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of Bigme color e-readers generally like the paper-like color screen and the freedom of Android apps, while noting that color E Ink is dimmer and slower than a tablet.

What people mention

Color screenMixedUsers like seeing covers and comics in color but say the colors look muted and less vivid than on a tablet.
Refresh speedCriticisedPage turns and scrolling are slower than on an LCD or phone, which some find noticeable.
Eye comfortPraisedThe matte E Ink screen is easy on the eyes for long reading sessions.
App supportPraisedAndroid lets readers use Kindle, Kobo and other apps on one device.
SizeMixedThe 6-inch body is easy to hold one-handed but cramped for full-page comics and PDFs.
SoftwareCriticisedSome users find the interface less polished than Kindle or Kobo readers.

About the Bigme 6 Inch Color E Ink Kaleido3 E Reader

The Bigme B6 is a 6-inch color e-reader for everyday reading, comics, graphic novels and light tablet use. It has a color E Ink Kaleido display that shows text and images with a matte, paper-like look.

The 6-inch size makes it easy to hold with one hand and to carry in a bag while traveling or commuting.

Display: 6-inch color E Ink Kaleido
Color: Black
Brand: BIGME

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Is a color E Ink screen good for comics?: It shows comics in color on a matte screen, but colors are muted and the 6-inch size is small for full pages. It suits casual comic reading more than large-format graphic novels.
Can I read Kindle and Kobo books on it?: Yes. It runs Android, so you can install the Kindle, Kobo and other reading apps and sign in to your accounts.
How does it compare with a monochrome e-reader?: You get color covers and comics, but contrast is lower and refreshes are slower than on a black-and-white E Ink screen. Text still reads well in good light.
Is the screen readable in bright light?: Yes. E Ink is matte and reflective-free, so it stays readable in sunlight, though the color layer makes it dimmer than monochrome E Ink.
Is it good for PDFs and textbooks?: It can open PDFs, but the 6-inch screen makes dense pages hard to read without zooming. A larger color e-reader suits textbooks better.
Does it work as a tablet for browsing and video?: It runs Android apps, but E Ink refreshes slowly and shows muted color, so it is best for reading rather than video or fast scrolling.
Where is the Bigme 6 Inch Color E Ink Kaleido3 E Reader cheapest?: At Walmart, for $161.49, as of our latest check.