First, we provide an overview of the Electrophoretic Electronic Paper Technology. Then we focus on recent trends in E Ink through technical development and commercialization activities. The initial product launched in Japan in 2004 was for Electronic Publishing applications, but since then, large-format public signage, watch⁄clock applications and the first million-seller product, a cellphone for emerging markets have appeared. Electronic Publishing applications are spreading to Chinese, European and U.S. markets. On the technology side, advances in response time and the development of Color E Ink displays make it a prime candidate for the reflective display of choice in the era of ubiquitous computing.
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