Xteink's X4 Pro is an ultra-compact, credit card-sized ereader (72g) with a 4.3-inch display, page turn buttons, and front light. At $99, it supports DRM-free ebooks via USB or app, aiming for distraction-free reading, though it uses magnetic charging and has limited library compatibility.
Amazon adds AI-driven recaps and an 'Ask this Book' chatbot to newer Kindles and iOS apps, but faces criticism from authors and publishers over potential copyright infringements without prior licensing.
Boox has updated its Go 6 e-reader, adding stylus support for note-taking. The device, priced at $200 with a $45 stylus, features a 6-inch E Ink display, 3GB RAM, and runs on Android.
Women are creating hyper-feminine, artistic cyberdecks, challenging tech's traditional aesthetics and reclaiming control from big tech. This trend blends DIY tech with fashion and historical computing practices.
