[Linux-aus] ebook reader

[Yifei Zhan]

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:03:43 AM Coordinated Universal Time James Cameron 
via linux-aus wrote:
> Difference in run time ius software, though SoC choice also plays a
> part.  Have a look at the reMarkable 2.


I briefly used a reMarkable move pro 2, and it's pretty bad.

The system is designed to work with continuous internet connection plus a 
monthly subscription. A browser is needed just to copy files to it, if you 
don't want to use cloud sync. I can't just connect the USB and copy files to 
it.

The OS comes with sshd and root access if you enable developer mode, but the 
rendering stack and the file reader are proprietary and slow. There is a 
homebrew community around the OS, but not very active. A low level re-flash is 
required to exit the developer mode.

The PineNote looks more promising.