For others, the screen might feel too small and narrow.
Still, its size is perfectly suited for reading on the go, and its remarkably lightweight too.
Compared to a smartphone, the one thing the Palma really cant do is make calls.
The Kobo Clara Colour alongside the Onyx Boox Palma
That truly would have made the Palma unbeatable as a portable note-taking and digital reading rig.
For this review, I was sent the white option.
So the machine can lie flat on a table, which is nice.
is pocketable and perfect for reading on the go.
Its also really light, tipping the scales at 170g without a microSD card, and comfortable to hold.
Theoperating systemgives you access to the Google Play Store, available directly on the home screen via its icon.
Theres also a native internet tool that will allow you to do the same via other stores.
What didnt impress, however, was the uneven screen lighting.
I would have also really liked to see stylus support here for writing and note-taking.
Whether typing via the on-screen keyboard or navigating using gestures and taps, the display is responsive and peppy.
I experienced no lag at any time during my weeks-long testing.
For listening to audiobooks and podcasts, however, that speaker is great.
Unfortunately, it isn’t great at scanning.
I think I’d stick with my iPhone for quick document scans instead.
Battery life is where most Onyx Boox tablets shine, and thats the case here as well.
Topping it up can take a while, depending on how low you let the battery level drop.
Should I buy the Onyx Boox Palma?
And it will pop into a bag of any kind.
The Kobo Clara Colour alongside the Onyx Boox Palma
So you could take it anywhere with you.
Its a great little ereader if you want a small display and easy access to Amazons reading ecosystem.
That alone is worth making this a strong contender for one of thebest ereaders.
The other apps I used were Dropbox and a notes software.
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[First reviewed April 2024]
