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EinkBro APK v16.7.1 · Latest Version for Android

EinkBro is a light web browser optimized for e-ink devices, with page-turn navigation, reader mode, userscripts and optional AI tools.

Version
16.7.1
Updated
Oct 14, 2026
Size
4.6 MB
Requires
Android 7.0+
Developer
Daniel Kao
Category
Tools
License
GPL-3.0+
Package
info.plateaukao.einkbro

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What's New in v16.7.1

  • Optional Jev smart reader extraction with a TypeSafe API key
  • Keep original pages accessible after opening popups
  • Avoid stale WebViews after removing tabs
  • Restore dictionary translation
  • Handle missing custom font documents without crashing

What is EinkBro?

EinkBro is a browser designed for e-ink readers and note tablets. Instead of smooth scrolling, which looks bad on e-ink screens, it turns pages with taps or volume keys and offers a clean reader mode with adjustable fonts.

Key Features

  • Page-turn navigation with taps or volume keys
  • Reader mode and vertical CJK reading
  • High-contrast UI without animations
  • Built-in userscript engine
  • Optional AI summaries and translation

Getting Started

EinkBro also works on normal phones, but it shines on devices like Boox or Kindle-style Android tablets.

Open Source and Privacy

EinkBro is developed in the open by Daniel Kao and released under the GPL-3.0+ license. The code is hosted at github.com/plateaukao/einkbro, so anyone can check what the app does. The version on this page has no ads or tracking libraries flagged by F-Droid.

How to Install EinkBro APK

  1. Tap Download and get the EinkBro v16.7.1 APK (4.6 MB).
  2. Optional: compare the file’s SHA-256 checksum with the one on the download page.
  3. Open the file and allow your browser or file manager to install unknown apps if asked.
  4. Tap Install. Updates from the same source install over this one and keep your data, because they are signed with the same key.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EinkBro free?

Yes. EinkBro is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0+ license. It has no ads and no paid version is required to use it.

Is this EinkBro APK safe?

The APK on this page is the original file published in the F-Droid repository, unmodified. Its SHA-256 checksum is listed on the download page so you can verify it, and the full source code is public.

What Android version does EinkBro need?

EinkBro v16.7.1 requires Android 7.0 or newer.

Where can I find the source code of EinkBro?

The source code is available at https://github.com/plateaukao/einkbro. You can read it, report issues or contribute there.

Download EinkBro APK v16.7.1

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