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Tiny E-Reader Fits in Your Pocket!
24 Jul
Summary
- New e-reader boasts a minuscule 3.97-inch screen.
- It will run a modified version of Android for app compatibility.
- Expected to be more premium than competitors at a higher price.
Boox has announced the upcoming Picco, an e-reader that will redefine portability with its diminutive 3.97-inch monochrome E Ink display. This device is significantly smaller than existing models, even dwarfing the company's current smallest offering and competitors. The Picco is poised to become the smallest e-reader on the market.
Anticipated to feature a front light and microSD support, the Picco represents Boox's entry into a new 'Tile' product line. Its true advantage may lie in its operating system; unlike rivals that require sideloading, the Picco is expected to run a modified Android. This would allow users access to popular reading applications like Kindle, Kobo, and Libby.
While pricing details are not yet released, the Picco is projected to command a higher price point than its $69 competitors, reflecting a more premium build quality. Fans will be watching to see if it incorporates features like a magnetic backside for phone attachment, a popular element among users of similar compact devices.
