# Internet-Connected Displays The Displio E-Ink Display Offers Users the Ability to Create Widgets By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2015-01-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-ink-display References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2015/01/22/displio/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/914874115/displio-wifi-display-that-tracks-whats-important-t) The Displio is an Internet-connected device featuring an [e-ink display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fraimic-1) on a screen measuring just 2.7-inches. Powered by range of widgets developed by the Draugiem Group, the Displio is able to display Internet information such as e-mails, [social media notifications and weather updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apolosign-digital-calendar) to the user. Because of its considerably smaller size, the Displio is able to operate for an entire month on a single charge. The Displio also comes equipped with its [own API and widget creator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-display), allowing the user the freedom to program their own widgets. The designers immediately saw the potential for the device, saying, "With almost every Internet service and product offering APIs, there are so many different widgets we or anyone else could make." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Connected Displays:** Developing connected displays that provide access to internet-enabled data and services creates opportunities for personalized and innovative user experiences. - **E-ink Displays:** Using E-Ink technology for displays, like the one used in Displio, offers long battery life and easier visibility of information in different lighting conditions. - **Customizable Widgets:** Providing users with the tools to create and customize their own widgets for connected displays increases engagement and ownership in the user experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can create innovative products with personalized and connected displays, such as Displio, to differentiate themselves in the market. - **Internet of Things:** Devices like Displio can be integrated into larger Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems, allowing for seamless and customizable information sharing across various devices. - **Software Development:** Developers can create new, unique and personalized widgets for connected displays, like Displio, enabling them to expand their creative and innovative offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low Resolution Weather Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidbyt.md) - [Discreet Digital Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperless-paper-7inch-e-ink-frame.md) - [Dedicated In-Home Weather Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-weather-station.md) - [Large Poster-Like Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkposter-duna.md) - [Electronic Paper Advertising Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-ink-kaleido-3.md) - [Power-Free Retail Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-tableaux-5150i.md) - [Full-Color E-Ink Artwork Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arpobot-bloomin8.md) - [App-Enabled Display Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vobot-mini-dock.md) - [Ultra-Thin E-Paper Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eink-photo-frame.md)