Boox at the moment introduced a brand new technology of its phone-sized e-reader with the Palma 2.
The Boox Palma 2 has the identical 6.13-inch Carta 1200 show (824 x 1648, 300 PPI) with a “gentle sensor” for adjusting brightness and coloration temperature — guide controls additionally accessible — with varied refresh modes: HD (for studying), Balanced (skimming), Quick (scrolling/shopping the online), and Ultrafast (video).
It nonetheless options 128GB of storage (with microSD card slot) and 6GB of RAM, however an “upgraded Octa-core CPU” is touted. There’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 with individuals liking to make use of the Palma as an audio participant, with twin audio system (entrance and bottom-facing) onboard. There are additionally twin microphones on the highest and backside.
In the meantime, it’s now powered by Android 13 with the “pre-installed Google Play Retailer” for entry to your regular apps, and has a fingerprint sensor within the energy button for higher authentication. The rocker beneath that pulls triple obligation for web page turns, scrolling, and quantity. The opposite aspect contains a customizable “good button” that accepts quick and lengthy presses, in addition to double-click.
Different specs that stay the identical embrace the 16MP rear digicam (with flash) for doc scanning, 3,950mAh battery, 8 mm thinness, and 170~ g weight. It’s additionally nonetheless “water-repellent” for “sudden spills and splashes.”
The Boox Palma 2 is obtainable for pre-order at $279.99 in black or white with a textured rear, whereas varied circumstances are supplied. It’s presently bought out within the US at store.boox.com.
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