Mirasol

Update: there's some new info on the Mirasol display. Qualcomm claims 6X power advantage over E Ink (even with color and video), they have a way to light the display, and it can be paired with a touchscreen.

Currently, all Kindle devices use E Ink displays. But now Qualcomm are readying their own efficient, fast, colorful, and cheap displays called Mirasol, and there are rumors that future Kindles might use this new kind of display. The current prototypes are 5.7" large, and should be ready by autumn.

Qualcomm say that a e-reader will launch in fall 2010 that will use their MEMS-based Mirasol display. The display will be 5.7" in size, with 1024x768 resolution. Earlier this month Qualcomm said that they are on track to deliver these displays late in 2010.

The Mirasol display is reflective and non-volatile (i.e. it does not require power if there are no changes). It has a fash refresh rate compared to other e-paper technologies, and can show 30-frame per second videos.

Via EETimes

Qualcomm says that they are on-track to deliver their full-color Mirasol displays for e-readers late in 2010. These are 5.7" displays at XGA resolution. They have a fast refresh rates, can play videos, and are readable in direct sunlight. Qualcomm says that the battery consumption is good, too.

Via Engadget