iReader has introduced their newest e-reader, the Smart 5 Pro, which aims to provide a more seamless and quicker reading experience. Pre-orders are currently available, with the official launch set for July 29th.
The Smart 5 Pro e-reader starts at 3,099 Yuan ($426)
This e-reader features a major upgrade in display quality, sporting a 10.3-inch 300 PPI Retina-level screen with a Carta 1200 panel. According to iReader, this represents a 75% increase in resolution compared to earlier models. The display is further enhanced with ultra-high-transmittance ion-tempered glass, resulting in slim bezels on three sides and an impressive 84% screen-to-body ratio.
Enhanced Performance and Speed
Beyond the improved display, the Smart 5 Pro is powered by an 8-core processor and an independent GPU, which iReader claims lead to noticeable speed enhancements. Users will experience faster app opening times (up to 88% faster), quicker book loading (up to 47% faster), smoother transitions in comics (up to 52% faster), and a more responsive experience with PDFs (up to 38% faster).
The Smart 5 Pro operates on SmartOS 2.2, which includes i-Display 2.0 technology and global gesture controls for easy navigation. Additionally, iReader's self-developed GPU Turbo promises further performance enhancements at the system level.
Additional Features
The Smart 5 Pro also includes several features designed to improve the reading experience. These encompass AI meeting minutes and note outlines, real-time audio-to-text conversion, and a global black-and-white inversion mode to facilitate comfortable reading in dark settings. The reading light has been upgraded with new lamp beads and a light guide plate to ensure improved uniformity.
Storage and Editions
The iReader Smart 5 Pro is equipped with 4GB of memory and 128GB of storage, capable of holding an estimated library of 50,000 e-books and 20,000 PDFs. The e-reader is currently available for pre-order in three versions: a standard edition, a bundle with an elegant black smart magnetic cover, and a bundle with the Qingyulan smart magnetic cover. Prices begin at 3099 yuan (around $426 USD).
