# Foldable Digital Newspapers The Page E-Reader Will Make Paper Old News By Alex Scott | Published 2010-04-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-page-e-reader References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/the-page-e-reader-allows-easy-interaction-with-newspapers-in-digital-context/) & [people.artcenter.edu](http://people.artcenter.edu/~edarden/page/main.html) So many readers of the world's largest publications have been switching to the online format as a way of being more environmentally conscious. That being said, many still stick with the old system as they prefer something tangible and easy to read. The Page E-Reader addresses both sides and comes up with a product that is both green and easy to carry on commutes. Designed by Jae Kim, the The Page E-Reader is a [thin transparent screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eazeye-paper-20) that projects whichever publication the user has subscribed to. Acting as a [digital archive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manta) as well, the device allows the user to access old an obscure files that might be otherwise difficult to find. Best of all, the screen actually folds, so it's ready to go on that subway ride to work. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Foldable Digital Screens:** Innovative folding screens will create opportunities for more portable and versatile digital devices. - **Sustainable Reading Materials:** Emerging technologies that can replace paper-based media will revolutionize the publishing industry and promote eco-consciousness among consumers. - **Archiving Solutions for Digital Media:** Novel approaches to storing and organizing large volumes of digital content will provide value to businesses and individuals seeking to manage data more effectively. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electronic Devices:** Foldable digital screens could drive innovation in the development of next-gen e-readers, smartphones and tablets. - **Publishing:** Sustainable reading materials could transform book and magazine production by reducing waste and creating new revenue streams for publishers. - **Information Technology:** Archiving solutions for digital media could spur the growth of data management companies that help individuals and businesses optimize storage, organization, and retrieval of their digital assets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folded Page Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualscreen-ereader.md) - [Folding E Ink eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooink-v.md) - [Dual-Screen E Ink Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkreader.md) - [Eco Eye-Friendly Display Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hannspree-ecovision-paper-display.md) - [Book-Like Dual-Screen eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkreader-duo.md) - [Pocket Smart Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipaper-reader.md) - [Hands-Free Reading Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sol-reader.md) - [Mobile Reading Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropads-new-bookcase.md) - [Efficient Dual-Screen eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gemini-dual-screens-wisdom-eink-book.md)