Aura’s newest e-ink photo frame is even better and more affordable than its last

Aura's newest e-ink photo frame boasts even better features and affordability compared to its previous model. The company offers a 10-inch Ink frame for $349, down from the previous 13-inch, $499 Ink frame. The 10-inch frame is now available for purchase and comes with Aura's proprietary e-ink display technology, the E Ink Spectra 6.

Unlike traditional digital frames, Aura's e-ink displays look seamless and blend naturally with framed photos. To enhance the visual experience, Aura collaborated with E Ink to incorporate three new proprietary colors into the display: off-white, mustard, and orange. This addition results in smoother color gradients and a higher resolution image, making the Ink 10″ more accurate in representing original photos.

Skin tones are especially important to Aura, as the frames are commonly used for displaying family photos. The company meticulously calibrated these colors to ensure they appear natural and realistic. The 10-inch frame features a black frame with a dark grey linen-textured mat, creating a unique aesthetic that stands out on its own.

The Ink 10″ is compatible with Aura's app, allowing users to easily upload photos from their phones to an album that displays on their frame. Aura's frames are popular, with an average of four people sharing to each frame. Users can grant permission to others, like family members, to add photos to their frame, making it effortless to update with the latest images.

To conserve battery life, Aura recommends setting the frame to update photos only once per day. The Ink 10″ can last up to three months on a single charge, according to the company. The frame comes with hanging hardware, a stand, and a USB-C charging cable. While the Ink 10″ may not provide perfect reproductions of photos, its accurate color rendering and seamless appearance make it a visually pleasing alternative to traditional framed photos.