Onyx BOOX Launches New Android 16 E Ink Device Lineup
The 2026 series brings faster page-turn speeds and Android 16 support to a range of color and monochrome reading tablets.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Consumer Electronics
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Onyx BOOX launched a new lineup of Android 16-based E Ink devices in late 2026, including the Picco, Palma 3, Note Air6 C, and Note Mini C. These devices offer varied screen sizes and updated hardware, such as the color Kaleido 3 displays found on the Note series.
Why it matters
The release reflects an industry push to standardize E Ink hardware on modern Android operating systems while increasing performance for refreshed screen technology. By integrating higher page-turn speeds and expandable storage, these devices aim to improve utility for users prioritizing digital reading and note-taking.
The Note Air6 C and Note Mini C feature Kaleido 3 color screens capable of displaying 4,096 colors, alongside support for microSD expansion up to 2 TB. BOOX Super Refresh technology powers the 40% to 45% improvement in page-turn speeds across the Note series.
The players
Onyx BOOX
A manufacturer of E Ink tablets and e-readers focused on integrating standard Android operating systems into monochromatic and color display devices.
The details
The Note series utilizes Kaleido 3 technology, an electrophoretic color display that uses a color filter array to produce 4,096 distinct hues alongside monochrome text. The Palma 3 features an anodized aluminum chassis housing a 16-megapixel rear camera, while the entry-level Picco manages file transfers via the proprietary BOOX Tiles interface. Android 16 provides the underlying software architecture across the entire 2026 product range, enabling standard application support on low-power E Ink panels.
Timeline
September 15, 2026: The BOOX Palma 3 and Note Air6 C officially launched.
October 24, 2026: The 2026 device lineup received public review.
The Tech Race
Onyx BOOX is positioning its 2026 lineup to compete directly with other Android-based E Ink manufacturers by prioritizing firmware compatibility and hardware speed. The adoption of Kaleido 3 displays marks a maturation of color E Ink panels, moving from experimental hardware to a standard feature set for flagship readers.
Users can access the devices now at various price points, starting at $99.00 for the 3.97-inch Picco and reaching $339.99 for the aluminum-cased Palma 3. Prospective buyers should note that the Picco model requires the specific BOOX Tiles application for data management, distinct from the broader file-sharing capabilities of the Note series.
The takeaway
The move to Android 16 across the entire lineup signals an effort to ensure long-term app support for power users who rely on the platform for professional note-taking. Readers should monitor future software update schedules, which will determine how long these specific models retain compatibility with modern Android application requirements.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Good e-Reader.
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