HANNspree unveils Lumo, a colour paper-like Android tablet that can do video calls

Display specialist HANNspree has announced the Lumo Paper Tablet, a new kind of Android tablet designed to deliver a paper-like viewing experience without the usual compromises. Rather than positioning Lumo as a slow, monochrome eReader alternative, HANNspree is pitching it as a full-fat Android tablet that prioritises eye comfort while still handling everyday apps, media, and productivity.

At the centre of that promise is a 7.8-inch paper-like display capable of showing 16.7 million colours, paired with a 60Hz refresh rate and a rapid 5ms response time. That combination is key. It means scrolling feels natural, videos are watchable, and even casual games and video calls are viable—areas where traditional e-ink style panels tend to fall apart.

Designed for eyes, not glare

Lumo uses HANNspree’s proprietary ecoVISION display technology, developed by its parent company HannStar. Instead of relying on a harsh backlight, the panel reflects ambient light much like real paper. The brighter the environment, the clearer and more vivid the display appears, all while using less power.

The result is a flicker-free, anti-glare, blue-light-free viewing experience that’s intended to reduce eye strain during long sessions. HANNspree positions Lumo squarely at professionals working all day on screens, students and educators, children, and users with visual sensitivities such as migraines, photophobia, or computer vision syndrome.

For night-time use, Lumo includes an integrated LED front light that automatically adjusts brightness for comfortable reading after dark, without undermining the paper-like feel.

Full Android flexibility, all-day efficiency

Running Android 14, Lumo offers access to the full Android app ecosystem, unlocking productivity tools, streaming apps, and creative software on a display type that’s usually limited to reading. HANNspree says the combination of an energy-efficient panel and optimised hardware delivers long battery life without sacrificing day-to-day performance.

That balance is part of what makes Lumo feel like a genuine new category rather than a niche experiment.

Slim, lightweight, and built to hold

Physically, Lumo is clearly designed for portability. At just 6.6mm thick and weighing 250g, it’s easy to hold one-handed for extended periods. Integrated speakers and a microphone support video calls, media playback, and collaboration on the move, while front and rear cameras round out the tablet experience.

Precision writing with an optional stylus

For note-takers and creatives, Lumo supports an optional HANNspree USI 2.0 stylus. This brings 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, palm rejection, a dedicated eraser button, and a pen-on-paper-like writing feel. With 10-point multi-touch, pen and finger input can be used simultaneously, making it well-suited to annotation, sketching, and classroom use.

A tablet reimagined

According to Martin Kent, Territory Manager at HANNspree, Lumo is intended to sit between tablets and eReaders rather than replacing either.

“Lumo isn’t just another tablet, and it isn’t just another eReader. It’s a Dynamic Paper Tablet which finally bridges the gap between eye-friendly display and modern tablet performance,” Kent said. “By combining visual wellness, colour, speed, and flexibility, Lumo represents a fundamental shift in how tablets can and should work.”

Final thoughts

The HANNspree Lumo stands out because it doesn’t force a choice between eye comfort and everyday usability. By combining a colour paper-like display with smooth performance and full Android 14 support, it finally pushes reflective display tech beyond passive reading. For anyone who spends long hours staring at a screen—whether for work, study, or casual use—Lumo feels less like a niche experiment and more like a genuinely thoughtful rethink of what a modern tablet can be.