Noto Ekran Papye Elektwonik by Sxdesign is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Bwonz in Elektwonik Gran Piblik Competition Category.

BwonzElektwonik· 2026

Noto Ekran Papye Elektwonik

by Sxdesign

Client: Sxdesign

A' Design Award Bwonz Winner in Elektwonik Category

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The Design

About Noto Ekran Papye Elektwonik

Noto se yon ekran papye elektwonik pou biwo ak espas travay pèsonèl. Lè li monte sou yon mi ak leman, Noto fonksyone kòm yon pankat sal reyinyon, epi yon ekran wouj endike ke yon sal okipe. Lè li plase sou yon biwo ak sipò bag wotasyon entegre a, Noto montre lis bagay pou fè ak kalandriye nan oryantasyon vètikal oswa orizontal. Ekran twa koulè a pa gen refleksyon e li itilize kouran sèlman lè kontni an rafrechi. Kontni an mete ajou a distans sou yon rezo san fil. Twa pil AA dire youn a de ane. Kò a fèt ak ABS mat ki kapab resikle.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Bwonz

Noto Ekran Papye Elektwonik se yon ganyan A' Design Award Bwonz, yon rekonesans ki gen anpil prestij yo bay design ekselan ki make pa kreyativite, enjenyozite ak finès. Ganyan Bwonz yo se objè ki abil anpil e ki kreyatif nan fason ki frape, ki otantifye gwo eksperyans, imajinasyon ak debouyaj designer yo. Yo atann Noto Ekran Papye Elektwonik pou se yon objè anpil moun estime, admire e renmen, ki pwofesyonèl e inovatè nan fason remakab. Design sa a ki ganyen A' Design Award Bwonz enkòpore pi bon pratik nan atizay, syans, design ak teknoloji, e li ekselan pou atansyon li bay detay. Noto Ekran Papye Elektwonik satisfè bezwen yon fason espledid, li touche dezi, li chame santiman e li atire kiryozite.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Noto is a dual-state E-ink display serving as a professional meeting sign or personal productivity tool. It transitions from a wall-mounted 'Notice' board to a desktop 'Note' via a 360-degree rotating stand. The tri-color, glare-free screen offers a paper-like experience, while the elegant integrated curved back feels organic in any environment. Powered by 3 AA batteries, it ensures a sustainable 1-2 year lifespan, avoiding the impact of lithium-ion waste.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions: 178mm (W) x 119mm (D) x 28mm (H). Screen: Three-color E-ink (Red, White, Black). Connectivity: Wireless Network (Wi-Fi). Power Source: 3 x AA Batteries. Mounting: Magnetic wall-mount and integrated rotating ring stand. Orientation: Supports both horizontal and vertical display modes.
Tags: E-ink Display, Sustainable Design, Digital Signage, Smart Office, Desktop Organizer, Electronic Paper, Minimalist Tech, Wireless Calendar
Production Technology: The device uses Tri-Color E-Ink technology, consuming power only during refreshes for 'Always-On' visibility without drain. The body features recyclable, matte ABS to complement the paper-like display. Internal hardware is optimized for ultra-low power, integrating Wi-Fi for cloud synchronization. High-strength neodymium magnets ensure stable mounting on various surfaces.
Design Challenge: The primary design challenge was reconciling the volumetric constraints of three AA batteries with the aesthetic requirement for a slim, modern profile. Furthermore, engineering the dual-mode interaction posed a significant structural hurdle; magnetic attachments had to be secure for wall mounting yet effortless for desktop use, necessitating iterative testing of hinge torque. Finally, optimizing Wi-Fi wake-up protocols ensured battery life without slowing sync.
Research: Market trends show a surge in "Quiet Technology" to combat screen fatigue and paper waste. Our research balanced energy autonomy with seamless connectivity. User testing proved the tri-color (Red/Black/White) palette signals status—like "Occupied"—more effectively than monochrome, without the glare of glowing screens. Additionally, choosing AA batteries over lithium cells extends product life and simplifies recycling, firmly aligning with modern eco-standards.
Inspiration: Noto was inspired by the desire to bridge the gap between static paper efficiency and digital flexibility. Traditional paper generates waste, while standard screens cause visual fatigue and high energy consumption. Noto aims to be a "living piece of paper"—an eco-friendly, non-intrusive information hub that adapts to both collaborative office and personal workspaces.
Project Duration: The project started in Beijing, China in August 2025 and finished in January 2026.
Operation Flow: Users update content remotely via a dedicated mobile app or web interface. For professional use, NOTO magnetically snaps onto the wall as a meeting room indicator. A red screen indicates "Occupied," offering clear visual cues from a distance. For personal use, the rotating ring stand allows desktop placement. The rotating mechanism allows for quick switching between portrait (To-do lists) and landscape (Calendars) orientations, providing an intuitive and tactile user experience.
Team Members: Liu Beibei
Chen Xu
Dr. Zhang Rong
Huang Hao
Gao Jingyan
Li Shulong
Zhang Mingjie