A few years ago, we tested the Infinix Concept Phone 2021, which featured impressive 160W charging and an electrochromic film on the back. This film enabled the phone to transition its color from slate gray to steel blue.
Now, the company has introduced a new prototype technology called E-Color Shift. This is a more advanced version of the same idea, where the back of the phone can change colors. However, this time there are more colors to choose from, and the back is divided into individual segments, allowing the color of each segment to be controlled individually.
This was achieved with E Ink Prism 3, similar to what you see in ebook readers. This technology is very power-efficient, as power is only required for changing the colors. Once set, the colors will remain fixed with zero power draw.
The technology can do more than just display fixed colors. The segments can change colors rapidly, faster than what you might expect from ebook readers. Here’s a quick demo:
This functionality enables the loading of different animation loops. Infinix has stated that if this concept is implemented in real devices, there will be an app to customize the appearance of your phone by selecting different colors or playing various animations.
However, it’s essential to mention that the design depicted above includes only four segments arranged in a 2×2 grid, while the darker diamond pattern in the center remains fixed. Nonetheless, this configuration is sufficient to create an eye-catching animation.
Additionally, E Ink is not restricted to a rectangular shape; Infinix designers can employ more free-form shapes, as shown by the stripes below:
As the technology develops, there can be 60 customizable areas or more. However, this isn’t intended to be a second screen on the back, so don’t think of it in terms of resolution, especially if the design uses complex shapes rather than a simple grid.
Infinix’s goal is to give phones a dynamic appearance that can change daily, even hourly. Animations provide additional customization options and are fast enough to be used for notifications, which was not possible with the previous electrochromic film technology.
However, the company still needs to overcome several challenges before this technology can be available to consumers. It believes that the first consumer devices featuring the Infinix E-Color Shift Technology could reach the market in a year or two.
What are your thoughts on Infinix’s innovative use of E Ink technology for color-changing back panels? Would you consider buying a phone with color-changing E Ink back panels showcased by Infinix? Let us know in the comments below.
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