The Onyx Boox Palma 2 Pro is the phone-sized color ereader I never knew I wanted, but it won't suit everyone

The Onyx Boox Palma 2 Pro is a more capable and versatile take on one of the most interesting ereaders around. Its phone-like form factor is still the main appeal, but the move to a color E Ink screen, Android 15, extra RAM, stylus support and mobile data makes it feel much more versatile than the monochrome Palma 2. It’s not a clear upgrade for everyone, though, as plain text looks a little grainier, the price is even higher and the stylus and flip case cost extra. Still, if you want a pocketable Android ereader that can handle books, apps, light web use, color documents and occasional notes, the Palma 2 Pro is easy to like.

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  Pocket-friendly color E Ink design

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  More versatile than the Palma 2

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  Excellent case accessory

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  Expensive for an ereader

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  Text isn’t as crisp as on the Palma 2

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  Stylus sold ...