The Boox Palma 3 gets stylus support and a sleek redesign
Boox has launched the Palma 3, the third generation of its pocket-sized, phone-shaped e-reader line. The new device introduces active stylus handwriting support and an upgraded aluminum build, departing from previous iterations. Running on Android 16 out of the box, the Palma 3 provides a modern software experience compared to older models. Expected to be available soon, the device launches at a price of $339.99 alongside other hardware releases from the manufacturer, including the larger Note Air6 C and the compact $99.99 Picco e-reader.
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- ✓ The Boox Palma 3 features an aluminum build and active stylus support.
- ✓ The Palma 3 ships with Android 16 out of the box.
- ✓ The Palma 3 is priced at $339.99.
- ✓ Boox also released the Picco e-reader, which is listed for preorder at $99.99.
What changed
The Boox Palma 3 introduces active stylus handwriting support, an aluminum build, and Android 16 to the company's line of phone-sized e-readers.
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Boox Palma 3 Arrives With Stylus Support, Android 16 and Aluminum
Boox has launched the Palma 3, the third generation of its pocket-sized, phone-shaped e-reader line. The new device introduces active stylus handwriting support and an upgraded aluminum build, departing from previous iterations. Running on Android 16 out of the box, the Palma 3 provides a modern software experience compared to older models. Expected to be available soon, the device launches at a price of $339.99 alongside other hardware releases from the manufacturer, including the larger Note Air6 C and the compact $99.99 Picco e-reader.
Why it matters
The pocket-sized e-reader category continues to expand as manufacturers target users seeking portable, distraction-free reading devices with full Android app capabilities. The transition to Android 16 places the Palma hardware closer to modern mobile software standards, while the addition of handwriting and stylus support broadens its utility beyond basic reading. These upgrades position the third-generation device as a premium option in the compact e-ink market.
What is confirmed
- The Boox Palma 3 features an aluminum build and active stylus support.
- The Palma 3 ships with Android 16 out of the box.
- The Palma 3 is priced at $339.99.
- Boox also released the Picco e-reader, which is listed for preorder at $99.99.
What to watch next
- Exact retail availability dates for the Boox Palma 3
- International market release details for competing devices like the Xteink S4
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- wired.com — Boox’s Beloved Palma E-Reader Gets Its Third Generation
- 9to5Google — The new Boox e-ink devices get Android 16 out of the box, including Palma 3
- engadget.com — The New Boox Palma 3 Comes With Stylus Support And An Aluminum Build
- Good e-Reader — Onyx Boox Picco Now Available for $99
- www.theverge.com — Xteink’s next tiny e-reader runs Android.
- www.techspot.com — Boox Palma 3 launches at $340 with Android 16 and handwriting support
- tech.sportskeeda.com — Boox Palma 3 arrives as a phone-sized Android e-reader with active stylus support
- gizmodo.com — The Boox Palma 3 Upgrades to Aluminum and Android 16
- tech.yahoo.com — The Boox Palma 3 is the compact e-reader Android fans have been waiting for
- www.theverge.com — Boox’s tiny Picco e-reader is now available.
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