PocketBook Unveils 41-Inch Duna E-Paper Display at CES

PocketBook has introduced a new 41-inch e-paper display named the Duna at CES. This A1-sized model is designed to act as an upmarket alternative to large-screen televisions that display art when not in use.

The device features a frame designed by Pininfarina, utilizing precision-engineered aluminum and elegantly stitched Alcantara. The display mimics the texture and depth of printed paper and is capable of holding a charge for up to one year. It is scheduled for release in April with an estimated price of $6,000.

Following a presence at the previous year's CES, PocketBook returned with a significantly larger model called the Duna. The company states that the display mimics the "texture, depth and tonal richness of printed paper." The device is intended to serve as an alternative to large-screen televisions used to display artwork.

To achieve a premium aesthetic, PocketBook recruited the Italian design house Pininfarina. The collaboration is credited for the Duna's "precision-engineered aluminum frame" and its "elegantly stitched Alcantara." To celebrate this partnership, the InkPoster App enables users to view original design sketches from the Pininfarina archives directly on the screen.

Observations of the smaller models from the previous year's CES indicate that the displays are promising. The colors are described as vibrant, a quality unexpected from an e-paper display. From a distance, the device can easily be mistaken for a real canvas.

However, viewing the screen closely reveals pixels rather than brush strokes. The technology appears to suit bold, blocky art styles—such as the work of modern artist Modigliani—better than delicate or antiquated forms. The display utilizes a library of licensed artwork that refreshes according to user preferences.

The Duna functions similarly to previous models in the lineup. It can be hung on a wall for up to a year on a single charge. In addition to displaying licensed art, the device can be used as a digital photo frame, allowing users to display personal images at art gallery or movie poster sizes.

Prospective buyers will have to wait until April to purchase the new model. The frames are scheduled to be exhibited at Milan Design Week in April before hitting the market. While full pricing details are not yet available, the cost is expected to be in the region of $6,000.