Boox’s New Color E-Reader Hits US Market
▼ Summary
– The Boox Palma 2 Pro is a new US version of the P6 Pro Color e-reader, first teased in September 2025 and officially announced in China earlier this month.
– It is available for preorder in the US at $399.99 with shipping in early November, or $379.99 from Hong Kong with potential tariffs.
– The device features a 6.13-inch Kaleido 3 color E Ink screen with 300ppi for black-and-white and 150ppi for 4,096 colors, using the same display tech as the Kobo Libra Colour.
– It runs on an octa-core processor with 8GB RAM, 128GB expandable storage, supports data-only SIMs, and runs Android 15 with Google Play Store access.
– Additional features include optional stylus support for note-taking, a 16MP camera for document scanning, and Bluetooth for audio, but it is not a full smartphone replacement.
The latest Boox Palma 2 Pro color e-reader has officially launched in the United States, offering a pocket-sized device that bridges the gap between traditional e-readers and modern smart gadgets. Initially previewed at IFA 2025 and later introduced in China, this model is the American version of the P6 Pro Color. While the Chinese market received both black-and-white and color variants, only the Palma 2 Pro is making its way stateside.
Pre-orders are now open through Boox’s US online store, with the device priced at $399.99 and shipments anticipated to begin in early November. An alternative option allows customers to order from a Hong Kong warehouse for $379.99, potentially shipping sooner, though buyers should note possible import tariffs that could increase the final cost significantly.
At the heart of the Palma 2 Pro is a 6.13-inch Kaleido 3 color E Ink screen, the same technology found in devices like the Kobo Libra Colour. While black-and-white content appears sharp at 300 pixels per inch, color resolution drops to 150 ppi and is restricted to 4,096 colors, which can result in somewhat muted and less vibrant images.
Under the hood, the e-reader is equipped with an unspecified octa-core processor, supported by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. A microSD card slot allows expansion up to 2TB, and the device accommodates up to two data-only SIM cards, reducing reliance on Wi-Fi without functioning as a full smartphone replacement.
Running on Android 15 with full access to the Google Play Store, the Palma 2 Pro can install popular reading apps from Kindle or Kobo, making it highly adaptable. It also introduces digital note-taking capabilities, compatible with Boox’s InkSense Plus stylus, sold separately for $46, which provides 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity and tilt recognition for sketching or handwritten notes.
Additional features include a 16MP rear camera accompanied by an LED flash, designed mainly for scanning documents. Bluetooth connectivity enables wireless audio for music, podcasts, or audiobooks, though video playback remains impractical due to the slow refresh rates typical of E Ink displays.
(Source: The Verge)
