Students need affordable devices that handle PDFs and technical documents well, but most e-readers prioritize novels.
Build a no-frills e-ink device with excellent PDF rendering, annotation tools, and long battery life at a student budget.
Students and educators would pay for this specialized device. Hardware sales with optional software upgrades.
Partner with an existing e-ink manufacturer for the MVP. Risk is competing with tablets.
The biggest risk is low-margin hardware business.