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[-] ultranaut@lemmy.world 12 points 5 months ago

Boox Palma, a phone sized e-reader that runs Android. I read a lot more books and I think the e-ink display makes it easier to fall asleep.

[-] tamal3@lemmy.world 2 points 5 months ago

This is the first I've heard of this device. How fully might it replace my smartphone? I see it does messaging, photos, and has access to the Google Play Store. Does it play music? Does it render Google Maps? I love e-readers, and though while I've been impressed by the Kindle, I do detest Amazon.

I was interested in the Lightphone when it came out, but it was too pricey and I'm still going strong on my Pixel 3a. I'll need to move on someday though... Thanks for any info.

[-] ultranaut@lemmy.world 2 points 5 months ago

It's full Android with the Play store but wifi only, no cell modem. You can install whatever you want just like on a phone, you just can't do calls or SMS. I haven't tried Google Maps on it but I'm sure it works, although you might need to adjust things to make it look better. I've used it to send audio to Bluetooth devices but haven't tried the built in speaker, I wouldn't expect it to sound good.

this post was submitted on 25 May 2024
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