The Boox Palma 2: Faster Processor and Fingerprint Reader

Boox Unveils Palma 2 E-Reader: A Game-Changer in the Digital Reading World

Boox has announced the Palma 2, the next version of its popular smartphone-sized e-reader. The Palma 2 addresses some of the original’s shortcomings, with a faster processor to address the original’s laggy interface and by running a newer version of Android.

Enhancements in the Palma 2

The original Palma ran on Android 11, but the new Palma 2 will debut with Android 13. Image: Boox

But it was the Palma’s compact size and access to thousands of apps that helped it become a popular Kindle and Kobo alternative, and Boox isn’t messing with that formula for the Palma 2. It features the same 6.13-inch 300ppi E Ink Carta 1200 screen as the original (a generation behind what’s found in the latest Kindle Paperwhite) and once again comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

Although Boox hasn’t shared specific details, it says the new Palma 2 now runs a “faster octa-core CPU,” which will hopefully help speed up the new e-reader’s interface. It also runs Android 13 instead of Android 11. That’s still a few generations behind the latest version of Android, but it means the Palma 2 will get newer features like improved copying and pasting. It should also give the e-reader a few more years over the original before apps stop supporting its version of the OS.

Fingerprint Sensor and Camera Features

The other notable upgrade for the Palma 2 is the addition of a fingerprint sensor integrated into its power button, making it easier to secure the device while still being able to quickly unlock it with just one hand.

The Palma 2 still features a rear-facing camera that can be used for digitizing documents. Image: Boox

Evolution of Boox E-Readers

Although leaked images from earlier this week suggested Boox could be eliminating cameras from its smartphone-sized e-readers, that was only the case for a version of the Palma limited to China. The Palma 2 has the same 16MP rear camera with flash as the original, which the company suggests is useful for digitizing documents.

The Boox Note Air4 C features a color E Ink screen and a faster processor than its predecessor. Image: Boox

Innovative Note-Taking Devices

Alongside the Palma 2, Boox also announced two new e-paper note-taking devices. The 10.3-inch Note Air4 C features the latest-gen Kaleido 3 color E Ink display with improved refresh rates and an octa-core processor that Boox says makes the tablet 50 percent faster than the previous model. The $499.99 Note Air4 C also runs Android 13 and has a new “tablet-like UI” that the company says makes it easier to customize its homescreen and organize apps.

The new Boox Note Max is a black-and-white, stylus-capable tablet featuring a larger 13.3-inch E Ink Carta 1300 display powered by a 2.8GHz octa-core CPU. At just 4.6 millimeters thick, the Note Max is almost half as thick as the Boox Palma 2. But unlike Boox’s other two devices introduced today, it won’t be available for preorder from the company’s online store for a few more weeks.

FAQs

Q: Will the Palma 2 offer significant improvements over the original Palma?

A: Yes, the Palma 2 boasts a faster processor, upgraded Android version, and added features like a fingerprint sensor for enhanced user experience.

Q: What sets the Boox Note Air4 C apart from other note-taking devices?

A: The Boox Note Air4 C features a color E Ink screen, improved processor speed, and a user-friendly UI, making it a versatile and efficient device for note-taking and organization.

Q: When can customers expect to preorder the Boox Note Max?

A: The Boox Note Max, with its advanced features and sleek design, will be available for preorder in the coming weeks, offering users a high-performance tablet for various digital tasks.

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