Coding on Paper
Oskar Wickström shares his experience using the Onyx BOOX 25.3” Mira Pro Color e-ink monitor as his primary display for programming. He appreciates the monitor's ability to enhance focus and energy during work, although he notes its limitations and high cost. Despite its drawbacks, Wickström finds value in customizing his setup to improve usability with the e-ink technology.
- ▪The Onyx BOOX 25.3” Mira Pro Color is used as a primary monitor by Oskar Wickström.
- ▪Wickström emphasizes the importance of natural light for productivity and enjoyment while working.
- ▪He has created custom themes for various applications to optimize the e-ink monitor's performance.
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| Original publisher | Wickstrom |
| Canonical URL | https://wickstrom.tech/2026-05-16-coding-on-paper.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 10:28:30 -0500 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-17T15:33:20.772Z |
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wickstrom.tech Coding on Paper Oskar Wickström May 16, 2026 About three months ago, I bought the Onyx BOOX 25.3” Mira Pro Color, an e-ink monitor for desktop use. I’ve used it as my primary monitor since, and I’ve had a lot of questions about it. This is my experience report, from the perspective of a working, still mostly typing, programmer. This is not a sponsored post, and it is not a product review. I wrote a very similar post about the Daylight DC-1 last year. Neovim in the morning sunlight. As explained in last year’s post, the reason I persist with these monitors is because it makes me energetic and happy. Sunlight, direct or indirect, helps me stay clear and focused during my workday. I find spaces illuminated by natural light beautiful and inspiring.
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