I love not being limited to one company. It’s like carrying a nook, kindle, and kobo all at once. Plus I love that I can use the read and listen simultaneously feature that is on the kindle app, but not the kindle devices.
I just ordered one two days ago, went back and forth on it for many months. I justified the price because the specs ARE better than the average reader, which makes it responsive. I definitely agree about the camera, it’s mind boggling. I ordered to replace my phone for checking social media and I use Reddit a lot. My phone can be used solely as a hotspot and for calls, mostly staying in my purse. I’m hoping I enjoy the reading experience though, despite there being fewer characters per line.
@@francescoaccomando7781 the battery is very long lasting! I’ve had hours worth of reading before needing to charge. It’s also type-c charging so the charge is fast.
I personally think this would be a great device for using as a mp3 player/ language learning device too so that's one of the reasons I want it. To read books in other languages/have audiobooks in the same device to follow along with in another language is awesome to me. Also the ability to download language learning apps without having to switch devices is the icing on the cake to me.
As someone who only reads ebooks and can not read on my phone, I love the palma! Being able to use all the different book apps is exactly what I wanted. I took it on a 2 week vacation and used it the whole time. It was so light and easy to travel with. I downloaded books from all the different apps, so I had loads to choose from. Plus, when people see it, they assume it's a phone and don't ask you what you're reading:)
The key thing is being able to read from different readers, e.g. Kobo, Kindle, Libby, BorrowBox, Bible app etc on one device. It is the e-Reader I read most on is my Palma because I always take it with me, both inside and outside the house. And the text quality is excellent, plus the ability to use volume buttons as page turn buttons is great. The number of lines of text compared to my Kindle Oasis is actually only two lines less per page, which means I get through books quickly. Do yourself a favour, load your current book that you are reading on it and use the Palma to read exclusively on it until you finish it and then you'll get it!
I understand your point about “not getting it.” I am considering getting one to fit in my purse for on the go in addition to my normal but slightly too big reader. The problem with it is they confused the focus neither making it an e-reader, nor a phone. An android e-reader is way better for me since I want to read on multiple book apps and use Goodreads directly on my device (no Kindle really doesn’t allow for this despite claiming to). I think they need to split the line for the v3 & have one that is focused entirely on reading functionality like the Go 6 is (and by extension have a lower price) and another that is a full phone. I wouldn’t be opposed to one that was a 5”-5.5” screen either since truthfully my phone’s height is a little much for my small hands. To me the intention of this device is to be an “on the go” or “purse” e-reader not your main lounging at home device though the price does not reflect that well.
Love mine. 300 dpi backlit with microsd and google play store that fits in my pocket. Reading on an tablet or phone sucks (especially with ANY sunlight). Outside reading is my #1 use case actually. Should be a lifetime product (but I know I will buy the Palma 2 when it is released). So lightweight too. Already 5x the books in 3 months than I did all last year. I have big hands so...7 inch would be ideal. Just an inch bigger but thats minor
I really like it for the size and that I can have multiple reading apps on it so I can switch between them. I agree that there are a lot of options on it that aren't necessary. I don't have a problem with the shorter battery life, I just plug it in overnight like I do my Kobos and Kindles.
I ordered one of these used from the Boox website. I wanted a device which I could read my library, Kobo, and Kindle books on without having to switch devices. I also wanted the e-ink screen as my eyes get strained staring at my computer screen for work throughout the day. On top of that, the one handed operation I can do with the Palma makes it easy for me to hold and pet my cats and still read.
I’ve had mine for about nine months now and can honestly say that I love it. I also have a Kindle oasis. I still use my oasis often. However, I absolutely love the fact that I can read hoopla books on my palma. I also love that can access my Bible app. Any books of that size just glitch on my Kindle. So that is an amazing function. I would recommend this to anybody who was on the fence about getting an alternative sized Kindle because this gives you other options, besides just size change. It also is great to take places when you don’t want to bring your entire Kindle.
@@KarenLMagno Yes, I have set my volume button on the Palma to page turn while in the kindle app and on hoopla. Adding a popsocket helped the comfort of holding the device. Which is another HUGE pro for the Palma. Because it is so lightweight I can comfortably read while holding my baby.
I’m wanting to get it specifically for the Bible app and Hoopla. What is your experience like with it? Can you highlight and make notes on the hoopla app? I have a hard time doing that on my iPhone app. How’s the Bible app?
@@nat4465 I also love the Bible app. It does function by scrolling for “page turning” rather than tapping though which can be annoying when you’re used to tapping for other e-reading. It functions exactly like it would on your phone
The main benefit of it having access to the Google play store is being able to access books from literally any reading app you can think of, while still having the benefits of the e-ink screen. As someone who lives in Louisiana, the benefit of reading in the sunlight is a huge deal for me because the sun is very very bright.
I have the Boox Palma and I love it! I read faster and better on it than any Kindle. It’s so much easier on my eyes with their e-ink. I just bought the Boox Color 7. I’m getting rid of my Kindles.
@@KarenLMagno I believe Boox has their own type of e-ink. It's so obvious when I read on the Kindle and then the Palma. I can read all day on my Palma and my eyes don't get tired. I can't do that with any Kindle device.
@@6ipu4ka The color in the Go7 is not crisp- it’s more matte. I read magazines thru Libby with it and it’s fine. But usually I read magazines thru Libby on my iPad as that color is very crisp. I really enjoy both for reading. The Go I bought to replace my Kindle Oasis.
The super fast etc are the speed options for the screen refresh. For example a high speed screen refresh gives a faster and smoother scrolling experience but has worse image quality. You can switch between them depending on what you want to do.
Makes me wonder when the Kindle Mini is coming out….and also, can the kindle app recreate the look of e-ink? we are just e-reader nerds. And this is fun. Lol
Ordered this for my birthday I love the concept of it the size being able to read on different apps this will definitely not replace my iPhone I want a device that wouldn’t give my message notifications or calls just reading the price is expensive though but it’s a present so why not not lol I love gadgets
This is a great device. My only concern is the Android version. Currently Android is already on v14 in production. This device is running Android v11. At this point, even the apps it could run, like Kindle app, will cease to be supported by Amazon. Same as many other reading apps. It should be at least Android v13 so it is a bit more future proof
I have a question regarding bluetooth: How fast does it drain the battery, someone on Reddit mentioned that it only lasts for an hour if you're listening to an audiobook via bluetooth. To me that would be a dealbreaker.
Well, I’ve had my, now for about 10 days and I made the got it for a back up to my Kindle and also decides to the big factor. The price point is over much for sure points so I didn’t. Really spending money. In addition to the Kindle lab I also put on the Audible app and put an extra 256 GB of storage in the SD So I have Kimber and I have the Audible app on the device also installed NPR You’re right the temptation to dick around with all the settings driving me crazy. So I tried to keep that at a minimum. I currently have in my Kindle library in excessive 700 books and 800 audiobooks which is why I wanted the storage. But all that is in the future, I’m still getting used to the device, but I enjoy it!
I think that's just too small for my bad eyesight to read with. I wouldn't want to scroll down while reading either, nor would I want distracting games on my e-reader. For that price, I'd rather have a Kindle with a larger screen and a nice dinner or two. Hey Dylan, I was looking in your wife's shop. Is she going to do Kindle case inserts at some point? Thanks!
The screen is different. My eyes feel bad after reading on my phone. Especially because I read more than 3 hours every day. But if you don't read so much that maybe you're right and for you a phone would be enough
I don't understand why people who read on their phones keep commenting on e-reader videos? Why are you even searching for an e-reader in the first place?
@@blakemccorkle18I’m guessing they want the ereader or are at least curious about it and didn’t hear anything that swayed them. They’re just stating they’re sticking with their usual. I’m not reading anything derogatory about those of us that choose the ereaders.
I love not being limited to one company. It’s like carrying a nook, kindle, and kobo all at once. Plus I love that I can use the read and listen simultaneously feature that is on the kindle app, but not the kindle devices.
Does the Palma read your kindle books, like text to speech?
I just ordered one two days ago, went back and forth on it for many months. I justified the price because the specs ARE better than the average reader, which makes it responsive. I definitely agree about the camera, it’s mind boggling. I ordered to replace my phone for checking social media and I use Reddit a lot. My phone can be used solely as a hotspot and for calls, mostly staying in my purse. I’m hoping I enjoy the reading experience though, despite there being fewer characters per line.
I am on the fence about buying this device too. One use case I might use it for is to save articles to the Pocket app and read them on the Palma.
How long does the battery last realistically?
@@francescoaccomando7781 the battery is very long lasting! I’ve had hours worth of reading before needing to charge. It’s also type-c charging so the charge is fast.
I personally think this would be a great device for using as a mp3 player/ language learning device too so that's one of the reasons I want it. To read books in other languages/have audiobooks in the same device to follow along with in another language is awesome to me. Also the ability to download language learning apps without having to switch devices is the icing on the cake to me.
As someone who only reads ebooks and can not read on my phone, I love the palma! Being able to use all the different book apps is exactly what I wanted. I took it on a 2 week vacation and used it the whole time. It was so light and easy to travel with. I downloaded books from all the different apps, so I had loads to choose from. Plus, when people see it, they assume it's a phone and don't ask you what you're reading:)
The key thing is being able to read from different readers, e.g. Kobo, Kindle, Libby, BorrowBox, Bible app etc on one device. It is the e-Reader I read most on is my Palma because I always take it with me, both inside and outside the house. And the text quality is excellent, plus the ability to use volume buttons as page turn buttons is great. The number of lines of text compared to my Kindle Oasis is actually only two lines less per page, which means I get through books quickly. Do yourself a favour, load your current book that you are reading on it and use the Palma to read exclusively on it until you finish it and then you'll get it!
Would the book on the Palma running Kobo app sync with book being read on Kobo Libra Colour?
I understand your point about “not getting it.” I am considering getting one to fit in my purse for on the go in addition to my normal but slightly too big reader. The problem with it is they confused the focus neither making it an e-reader, nor a phone. An android e-reader is way better for me since I want to read on multiple book apps and use Goodreads directly on my device (no Kindle really doesn’t allow for this despite claiming to). I think they need to split the line for the v3 & have one that is focused entirely on reading functionality like the Go 6 is (and by extension have a lower price) and another that is a full phone. I wouldn’t be opposed to one that was a 5”-5.5” screen either since truthfully my phone’s height is a little much for my small hands.
To me the intention of this device is to be an “on the go” or “purse” e-reader not your main lounging at home device though the price does not reflect that well.
Love mine. 300 dpi backlit with microsd and google play store that fits in my pocket.
Reading on an tablet or phone sucks (especially with ANY sunlight). Outside reading is my #1 use case actually.
Should be a lifetime product (but I know I will buy the Palma 2 when it is released). So lightweight too. Already 5x the books in 3 months than I did all last year. I have big hands so...7 inch would be ideal. Just an inch bigger but thats minor
I really like it for the size and that I can have multiple reading apps on it so I can switch between them. I agree that there are a lot of options on it that aren't necessary. I don't have a problem with the shorter battery life, I just plug it in overnight like I do my Kobos and Kindles.
I ordered one of these used from the Boox website. I wanted a device which I could read my library, Kobo, and Kindle books on without having to switch devices. I also wanted the e-ink screen as my eyes get strained staring at my computer screen for work throughout the day. On top of that, the one handed operation I can do with the Palma makes it easy for me to hold and pet my cats and still read.
I’ve had mine for about nine months now and can honestly say that I love it. I also have a Kindle oasis. I still use my oasis often. However, I absolutely love the fact that I can read hoopla books on my palma. I also love that can access my Bible app. Any books of that size just glitch on my Kindle. So that is an amazing function. I would recommend this to anybody who was on the fence about getting an alternative sized Kindle because this gives you other options, besides just size change. It also is great to take places when you don’t want to bring your entire Kindle.
I own an Oasis too and love it. On the fence about buying a Palma. Do you use the button on the side for page turning?
@@KarenLMagno Yes, I have set my volume button on the Palma to page turn while in the kindle app and on hoopla. Adding a popsocket helped the comfort of holding the device. Which is another HUGE pro for the Palma. Because it is so lightweight I can comfortably read while holding my baby.
I’m wanting to get it specifically for the Bible app and Hoopla. What is your experience like with it? Can you highlight and make notes on the hoopla app? I have a hard time doing that on my iPhone app. How’s the Bible app?
@@nat4465 yes, you can highlight and create notes from hitting the highlight button.
@@nat4465 I also love the Bible app. It does function by scrolling for “page turning” rather than tapping though which can be annoying when you’re used to tapping for other e-reading. It functions exactly like it would on your phone
trying to take my oasis anywhere is a chore... i don't carry a purse which i assume would be easier.
The main benefit of it having access to the Google play store is being able to access books from literally any reading app you can think of, while still having the benefits of the e-ink screen. As someone who lives in Louisiana, the benefit of reading in the sunlight is a huge deal for me because the sun is very very bright.
I have the Boox Palma and I love it! I read faster and better on it than any Kindle. It’s so much easier on my eyes with their e-ink. I just bought the Boox Color 7. I’m getting rid of my Kindles.
Don’t they all use the same e-ink software? What specifically is different with the e-ink on the Palma? Thank you!
@@KarenLMagno I believe Boox has their own type of e-ink. It's so obvious when I read on the Kindle and then the Palma. I can read all day on my Palma and my eyes don't get tired. I can't do that with any Kindle device.
Which one do you like more? Go 7 or Palma. I am choosing between them and I just cannot decide. Can you read magazines on go 7? Is it good quality?
@@6ipu4ka The color in the Go7 is not crisp- it’s more matte. I read magazines thru Libby with it and it’s fine. But usually I read magazines thru Libby on my iPad as that color is very crisp. I really enjoy both for reading. The Go I bought to replace my Kindle Oasis.
The super fast etc are the speed options for the screen refresh. For example a high speed screen refresh gives a faster and smoother scrolling experience but has worse image quality. You can switch between them depending on what you want to do.
It’s all the e-readers in 1 device pretty cool.
Makes me wonder when the Kindle Mini is coming out….and also, can the kindle app recreate the look of e-ink?
we are just e-reader nerds. And this is fun. Lol
Ordered this for my birthday I love the concept of it the size being able to read on different apps this will definitely not replace my iPhone I want a device that wouldn’t give my message notifications or calls just reading the price is expensive though but it’s a present so why not not lol I love gadgets
This is a great device. My only concern is the Android version. Currently Android is already on v14 in production. This device is running Android v11. At this point, even the apps it could run, like Kindle app, will cease to be supported by Amazon. Same as many other reading apps. It should be at least Android v13 so it is a bit more future proof
I have a question regarding bluetooth: How fast does it drain the battery, someone on Reddit mentioned that it only lasts for an hour if you're listening to an audiobook via bluetooth. To me that would be a dealbreaker.
Thanks for saving me $300. I agree 100% of your review.
Do you know how much external storage capability it has?
Dylan!, Thanks for posting this video
Hey Buddy, Where did you go ? We miss you. Great reviews
Well, I’ve had my, now for about 10 days and I made the got it for a back up to my Kindle and also decides to the big factor. The price point is over much for sure points so I didn’t. Really spending money.
In addition to the Kindle lab I also put on the Audible app and put an extra 256 GB of storage in the SD
So I have Kimber and I have the Audible app on the device also installed NPR
You’re right the temptation to dick around with all the settings driving me crazy. So I
tried to keep that at a minimum.
I currently have in my Kindle library in excessive 700 books and 800 audiobooks which is why I wanted the storage.
But all that is in the future, I’m still getting used to the device, but I enjoy it!
What about the android 11 OS and it not being supported. How is that going to impact the Palma?
I think that's just too small for my bad eyesight to read with. I wouldn't want to scroll down while reading either, nor would I want distracting games on my e-reader. For that price, I'd rather have a Kindle with a larger screen and a nice dinner or two.
Hey Dylan, I was looking in your wife's shop. Is she going to do Kindle case inserts at some point? Thanks!
I want!! would definitely utilize airplane mode for this though.
The new one is out with Android 13
Sooo whats better kobo libra colour or palma?
Boox bought old Nokia phones from 2017 with old android and turned them into the boox palma, also there’s no updates
Great
The size is the biggest proponent. Everything else is extra.
No sim card. Ugh
I just can read the kindle app on my phone
The screen is different. My eyes feel bad after reading on my phone. Especially because I read more than 3 hours every day. But if you don't read so much that maybe you're right and for you a phone would be enough
If that's you're reason, you're in the wrong discussion as to why people read on e-readers
I don't understand why people who read on their phones keep commenting on e-reader videos? Why are you even searching for an e-reader in the first place?
@@blakemccorkle18I’m guessing they want the ereader or are at least curious about it and didn’t hear anything that swayed them. They’re just stating they’re sticking with their usual. I’m not reading anything derogatory about those of us that choose the ereaders.