Sol Reader

We are Sol, a reading technology company creating tools to illuminate the mind.

The hottest Substack posts of Sol Reader

And their main takeaways

Why Books are My Metaverse: Part I

98 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Hardware Software
  1. AR/VR/MR technologies have not fulfilled their promises yet due to challenges in rendering realistic immersive experiences and practical usability.
  2. Reimagining FaceTech applications with simpler and more achievable goals, like developing a device for reading, can lead to innovative solutions with better user experiences.
  3. Focusing on enhancing 'Actual Reality' and creating clear-value-add use cases can pave the way for a more practical and successful future in the facial technology space.

Why Books Are My Metaverse: Part II

98 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Wearable Tech Smartphones AR/VR
  1. The author struggled with digital distractions and found that traditional methods to break the habits didn't work.
  2. Using a specialized e-reader helped reduce the author's dependency on smartphones and increased focus on reading.
  3. Finding a replacement for smartphone use, like the Sol Reader, was more effective in reducing screen time and increasing time spent on novels.

Why Books Are My Metaverse: Part III

98 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🕹 Technology Wearable Tech AR/VR Smart Devices Future Tech
  1. Current technology differs greatly from past futuristic visions, focusing on multi-purpose devices rather than specialized tools.
  2. The centralization of technology into smartphones sacrifices excellence in favor of mediocrity.
  3. Efforts should be made to create devices that excel at specific tasks rather than trying to do everything.