Boox Expands E‑Ink Lineup with Aluminum‑Cased Palma 3 Featuring Stylus Integration

On Tuesday, Chinese e‑reader manufacturer Boox announced the launch of three new E Ink devices, headlined by the Palma 3, a compact tablet that adds native stylus support and an aluminum chassis to the company's growing portfolio.

The Palma 3 follows Boox's recent strategy of targeting both readers and note‑takers with a single device, blending the low‑power advantages of e‑ink displays with the interactivity of a touch‑enabled stylus. The new model retains the 7.8‑inch Carta display used in earlier Palma versions but upgrades the housing from plastic to a brushed‑aluminum frame, a move the company says improves durability and gives the device a more premium feel.

In addition to the stylus‑ready screen, Boox has equipped the Palma 3 with a faster processor and expanded memory, allowing smoother page turns and quicker annotation handling. The stylus itself is magnetically attached to the side of the tablet, providing a seamless storage solution that mirrors the approach taken by competing e‑ink tablets such as the reMarkable and the Kindle Scribe.

The other two devices unveiled in the same announcement are a larger 10.3‑inch e‑ink tablet aimed at professionals who need a bigger canvas for sketching, and a budget‑focused reader that retains a plastic body but adds Wi‑Fi 6 connectivity. By rolling out a range of sizes and price points, Boox appears to be positioning itself as a versatile alternative to the dominant players in the e‑reader market.

Industry analysts note that the addition of an aluminum build could help Boox differentiate its products in a crowded segment where most competitors rely on lightweight plastics. The metal frame not only adds a tactile premium but also offers better heat dissipation, which may extend the lifespan of the device’s internal components under heavy use.

Boox has not disclosed pricing or availability dates for the Palma 3 and its sister models, but the company indicated that pre‑orders will begin later this month with shipments slated for early Q4. The launch underscores a broader trend of e‑ink manufacturers expanding beyond pure reading functions to incorporate note‑taking, drawing, and even light productivity tasks, blurring the line between traditional tablets and dedicated e‑readers.