Key Takeaways
1. New Models: Onyx has launched the Boox P6 Pro series, including the P6 Pro and P6 Pro Color, featuring different E Ink displays.
2. Design Updates: The P6 Pro series has a new square camera design, repositioned volume button, and comes in Black and White color options.
3. Display Enhancements: The P6 Pro offers a Carta 1300 display for better contrast, while the P6 Pro Color features a Kaleido 3 Color display with stylus support.
4. Performance Specs: Both models are powered by an eight-core Qualcomm processor, with the P6 Pro having 6GB RAM and the P6 Pro Color having 8GB RAM.
5. Connectivity Improvements: The series introduces 5G SIM support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a MicroSD card slot for expanded storage.
Onyx has unveiled the Boox P6 Pro series after teasing it earlier this week. This series comes in two models: one featuring a Carta 1300 E Ink display, and the other equipped with a Kaleido 3 Color E Ink display. Both devices are expected to be globally released under the Boox Palma branding.
Device Names and Features
The new models are named the P6 Pro Little White Horse and the P6 Pro Little Colored Horse. To keep things straightforward, we will call them the P6 Pro and the P6 Pro Color.
Design Changes
When we look at the Boox P6 Pro in comparison to the Boox Palma 2, there are noticeable design modifications. For example, the camera on the back is now in a square shape rather than a long rectangle. The volume button has been shifted to the left side and is situated below a new button known as the Smart Key. The device still has wide bezels and a textured back for improved grip. Customers can choose between Black and White color options.
Display and Functionality
The Boox P6 Pro features a 6.13-inch display with a resolution of 1684 × 824 (300 ppi) that is protected by etched glass to minimize glare. The new Carta 1300 display offers quicker refresh rates and superior contrast compared to the Carta 1200 found in the Boox Palma 2, which is currently selling on Amazon for $269.99.
In contrast, the P6 Pro Color also offers a 6.13-inch display but uses a Kaleido 3 Color display with 300 ppi for Black and White and 150 ppi for color. It comes with stylus support for note-taking and document annotation. Both devices include adjustable front lighting, allowing users to switch between cold and warm light based on the time of day.
Performance and Specs
The P6 Pro series is driven by an unspecified Qualcomm processor featuring eight cores. The P6 Pro has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, while the P6 Pro Color has 8GB of RAM and the same storage capacity. Both models come with a 16MP camera with LED flash, useful for scanning documents and codes.
Connectivity Features
A significant upgrade in the Boox P6 Pro series is the addition of SIM support. Now, there is a SIM slot that supports 5G, enabling users to access the internet while traveling or when Wi-Fi is not available. Additionally, the SIM card tray can also hold a MicroSD card.
Additional Specifications
Other specifications include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, dual speakers, dual microphones, a 3,950mAh battery, and support for 15W charging. Both devices come pre-installed with Boox OS 4.1, which is based on Android 13.
Pricing and Comparison
The Boox P6 Pro is priced at CNY 2799 (~$393/€339), while the P6 Pro Color is available for CNY 3299 (~$463/€399). Onyx appears to be offering a launch discount, reducing prices to CNY 2516 (~$353/€304) for the P6 Pro and CNY 2991 (~$420/€362) for the Color variant.
Despite the discount, the Boox P6 Pro Color remains pricier than the $399 Bigme HiBreak Pro Color, which lacks stylus support but offers 5G (dual SIM support), 256GB of storage, a larger 4,500mAh battery with 18W fast charging, NFC, a fingerprint scanner, and runs on Android 14.
The announcement was made via Onyx’s Weibo account.
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