I tried a $400 Android phone that looks dull on paper, and I couldn't put it down

• The TCL Nxtpaper 60 Ultra is currently available in Europe for €449 for the 256GB version or €499 for 512GB.
• It has a large, 7.2-inch screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate that mimics an e-Ink display and a pleasant writing experience with the stylus.
• It's not yet available in the US.

TCL's Nxtpaper technology is truly unique, but after reviewing the TCL 60 XE Nxtpaper 5G, I realized its potential has been limited to lower-end smartphones. 

The TCL Nxtpaper 60 Ultra changes that, integrating the latest version of Nxtpaper 4.0 technology into a larger-format mid-range device. This is not a spec-chasing flagship like the Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Pixel 10 Pro, instead positioned as an "Ultra" in terms of comfort and size rather than sheer performance. 

A screen built for eye comfort

The first thing I noticed when I unboxed ...