XTEInk X4

The XTEInk X4 is a small open eReader that has a 4.3" screen and costs $69. It is based on the ESP32-C3 micro controller, which is becoming popular amongst makers because it is more affordable than Single Board Computers like the Raspberry Pi. I had seen ads for it on my socials but after Rui Carmo posted about it and and learning there is an active community using and supporting it, I decided to buy one. Upon recommendation from the community I flashed the CrossPoint Reader software on the device. CrossPoint provides more options, like additional fonts and being able to read in landscape, than the default software. Despite having a small screen, I find one can read very comfortably even with the smallest font size, although I am using the medium size font. Above is a screenshot of how the text looks with the medium font. The display does not have a front light, so requires a well lit room and will work very well outdoors in the sun. Reading on the X4 reminds me of before smartphones…