Smartphones are handy for studying on the go, however it’s all too simple to get pulled into notifications or a fast look on the information that spirals into full-on doomscrolling. That’s what makes the Boox Palma 2 so interesting. It provides the portability of a cellphone in a far much less distracting bundle, and till the tip of the week, Verge readers can seize the e-reader with a free flip cowl case, valued at $16, for $279.99 ($20 off) from Wellbots with code VERGEPALMA20.
A minor improve over its predecessor, the Boox Palma 2 launched late final yr whereas retaining all the pieces we beloved concerning the unique. At 6.3 inches, the Android system continues to be as pocket-friendly as ever with an easy-to-read E Ink display and spectacular battery life. With Google Play Retailer in-built, it maintains the flexibleness that units it aside from rivals. You may simply set up well-liked studying apps like Amazon Kindle and Rakuten Kobo, supplying you with entry to your whole digital library with out having to sideload something. It’s also possible to obtain apps for music, podcasts, note-taking, and even social media. Fortunately, although, the system runs apps like TikTok too slowly to be actual distractions, whereas nonetheless being lots quick for studying.
The Boox Palma 2 additionally introduces a handful of recent options lacking from the primary Palma. With Android 13 and an upgraded processor, it ought to last more and obtain a pair extra years of safety updates than the unique’s Android 11. It additionally contains a fingerprint sensor constructed into the facility button for comfort and a bit of additional peace of thoughts.