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ONYX BOOX Nova vs PocketBook InkPad Color
July 09, 2024
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ONYX BOOX Nova Air is an e-book reader with an increased screen diagonal and high resolution. The stylus that comes with the device allows you not only to take notes in a separate application, but also directly in the text of documents. The body of the reader is made of magnesium alloy, which makes it lightweight and durable. The NOVA Air model is based on the Android which allows you to use various third-party applications and makes the device more multipurpose. Thanks to the increased screen diagonal and double touch control, the e-reader will be an ideal choice for those who read fiction books and work with technical documents.
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PocketBook InkPad Color is equipped with big E Ink color screen capable of displaying 4096 colors. The frontlight provides users with the freedom of reading anytime and anywhere. It can play audiobooks and music, supporting 6 popular audio formats (M4A, M4B, OGG, OGG.ZIP, MP3, MP3.ZIP). PocketBook InkPad Color supports a record number of formats: 19 book, 4 graphic and 6 audio.
ONYX BOOX Nova vs PocketBook InkPad Color in our news:
2022. Onyx Boox upgrades its note-taking ereader Nova 5
Onyx Boox has refreshed its Nova5 e-reader, which features a 7.8-inch E Ink Carta 1200 display with a 300 PPI resolution of 1872 x 1404. Under the hood is a 2.0GHz Qualcomm octa-core processor paired with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage. It operates on Android 11 and supports external memory expansion of up to 512 GB. The e-reader offers 2.4G and dual-band 5G wireless connectivity. It is powered by a 2000 mAh battery. Additional features of the Nova5 include a highly responsive microphone and a dual-speaker setup. The page turn buttons are located on the left side. The device includes a Type-C port and weighs a convenient 240 grams. The Nova5 is priced at $277 and comes with the BooxPen Plus.
2021. Onyx BOOX Nova Air - 7.8 inch E Ink tablet
The Onyx BOOX Nova Air is a new E Ink tablet featuring a 7.8-inch, 1872 x 1404 pixel E Ink Carta display, support for both finger and stylus input and software based on Android 10. Available for pre-order at $350, the Nova Air can be used for reading eBooks, taking notes, or running third-party applications from the BOOX Store (or sideloading other Android apps from different sources). Onyx claims the BOOX Nova Air supports over 10 different text file formats, as well as JPG, PNG, TIFF and BMP images and WAV and MP3 audio. It also includes text-to-speech functionality, enabling the system to read books aloud through the device’s speakers or headphone jack.
2021. Onyx released Boox Nova 3 with color E Ink screen
Onyx has launched a new version of its e-reader, the Boox Nova 3. This model is nearly identical to the standard Nova 3, but it features a color 7.8-inch E Ink display. Additionally, it includes a cool-colored frontlight (without the warm light option) and an improved touchscreen with stylus support, though the resolution remains unchanged. The other specifications are the same: 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, USB-C, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. Like other Boox e-readers, it operates on Android 10 and supports the installation of Android apps. Users can draw in 16 colors, use 5 different brushes and read and annotate PDF documents. The device also offers new customizable settings, additional gestures, screen recording and updated sharing options for easy content transfer. Additionally, the ePub engine has been enhanced. It is priced at $419.99 and includes a complimentary case.
2021. PocketBook unveiled 7.8-inch InkPad Color
PocketBook InkPad Color, an e-reader with a 7.8-inch color E Ink display, is now available on Amazon for $329. It's nearly identical to the smaller 6-inch PocketBook Color that was launched last year, but the good news is that it includes a USB-C port. The “new” Kaleido screen offers enhanced colors and a brighter background. PocketBook InkPad Color features a dual-core 1GHz processor with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage. It also has a microSD card slot, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a front light, but these color models do not include the warm front light. The new model is equipped with a 2900mAh battery and the device weighs 225 grams. PocketBooks support various formats, including ePub, PDF, CBR, CBZ, FB2, HTML, MOBI and more.
2020. Onyx Boox Nova 2 is available now for $339
Onyx has introduced the Nova 2 e-reader and digital note-taking device. It boasts impressive hardware specifications and comes with Android 9 pre-installed. The Nova 2 features a 7.8-inch E INK Carta HD display and includes a stylus. It is equipped with a Qualcomm octa-core 2 GHz Cortex A53 processor, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Powered by a robust 3150mAh battery, it supports Bluetooth 4.1 and USB-C with OTG. This is particularly noteworthy as you can connect devices to the USB port and they will function without needing additional drivers. The starting price is $339, which includes a free case and screen protector.
2018. Onyx Boox unveiled 3 new e-Readers
Onyx has just unveiled three new e-Ink readers. The Onyx Boox Nova e-Reader features a 7.8-inch display and includes Google Play, allowing you to install your favorite apps. It is likely that Onyx will offer their optimized apps, such as Kindle, which removes animated page turns. The Onyx Boox Poke is a 6-inch Quad-Core e-Reader operating on Android 6.0. The Boox Note S e-Reader is a more compact version of the Boox Note, with a 9.7-inch screen and a lower price point compared to the 10.3-inch model. It also comes with Android 6.0 and Google Play.
