Boox Palma 2 Pro

Launch Date11/30/2025
Launch Price299 USD
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Description

The BOOX Palma 2 Pro is a compact, phone-sized color ePaper device with a 6.13-inch Kaleido 3 screen, Android 15, 5G connectivity via hybrid SIM slot, octa-core processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and stylus support for reading, note-taking, and mobile use.

Highlights

  • Pocket-sized color eInk device with 5G mobile data support
  • High-performance specs: octa-core CPU, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage on Android 15
  • Kaleido 3 display with 300ppi B&W and front lighting
  • Hybrid SIM/microSD slot and stylus compatibility for notes and PDFs
  • Less distracting alternative to smartphones for reading and productivity

Specifications

screen 6.13-inch Kaleido 3 color ePaper (4096 colors), B/W: 824x1648 at 300ppi, Color: 412x824 at 150ppi, glass screen with front light (warm/cold CTM)
processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G or 690 octa-core with BSR technology
ram 8GB
storage 128GB internal, expandable via microSD up to 2TB
os Android 15
connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, 5G/4G/3G/2G data-only SIM (hybrid slot: dual SIM or SIM + microSD)
camera 16MP rear with LED flash
audio Built-in speaker, dual microphones
battery 3950mAh Li-ion polymer
dimensions 159 x 80 x 8.8 mm
weight 175g
buttons Power with fingerprint, volume/page-turn, smart button
other G-sensor, light sensor, USB-C (OTG/audio), supports stylus (InkSense), wide document/image/audio formats, 3rd-party apps

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Compact and pocket-friendly design
  • Excellent battery life lasting several days
  • Smooth performance for eInk with powerful hardware
  • Color ePaper screen and stylus support
  • 5G connectivity and expandable storage
  • Android 15 with Google Play and 3rd-party apps
  • Less distracting than LCD phones

Cons

  • Higher price compared to previous Palma models
  • E Ink limitations: slow refresh for non-reading tasks
  • Built-in speaker and microphone quality not ideal for calls/recording
  • Camera hindered by eInk screen for framing
  • Color resolution lower at 150ppi

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