Latest E-Reader Models: Kindle, Kobo, and Boox Options Compared
Boox has announced the Go 6 (Gen II), a refreshed 6-inch Android e-reader priced at $199.99 that adds stylus support for note-taking, with preorders open now and shipping beginning June 17th. The device upgrades its predecessor with 3GB of RAM (up from 2GB), 32GB of built-in storage with microSD expansion, and compatibility with the $45.99 InkSense Plus stylus, while retaining a 300 PPI E Ink display and Android 11 with Google Play Store access. The addition of stylus support positions the Go 6 Gen II as a rare budget-friendly device that combines e-reading, open app ecosystems, and handwritten note-taking in a compact form factor.
Boox has unveiled the Go 6 (Gen II), a second-generation version of its compact 6-inch e-reader that introduces stylus support via the company's InkSense Plus accessory, enabling users to annotate documents, sketch, and capture handwritten notes. The device is available for preorder at $199.99, with an optional bundle including the $45.99 stylus for $232.99, and is expected to ship on June 17th. It comes in four color options — plum, stone, shell, and custard — though the colors apply only to the rear panel. Beyond stylus support, the Gen II model bumps RAM from 2GB to 3GB for improved responsiveness and ships with a native note-taking app. It retains a 300 PPI monochrome E Ink display, adjustable front lighting with color temperature control, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a 1,500mAh battery rated for weeks of use. Running Android 11 with Google Play Store access, the device can install apps from both Amazon Kindle and Kobo ecosystems, as well as a wide range of third-party reading and note-taking apps, though performance of those apps may vary due to the inherent low frame rate of E Ink displays. Compared to rivals like the entry-level Amazon Kindle or Kobo Clara BW, the Go 6 Gen II is more expensive but offers significantly more flexibility, including expandable storage and an open software platform.
What's missing
No independent hands-on battery life testing data is available yet, as the device has not begun shipping. The exact stylus latency and writing experience quality compared to dedicated note-taking devices like the reMarkable have not been independently verified ahead of the June 17th ship date.
How coverage differed
The Verge framed the Go 6 Gen II as a potential all-in-one replacement for Kindle, Kobo, and digital notepads, emphasizing its competitive versatility. Engadget took a more measured tone, noting that running apps on e-readers 'can often be frustrating due to the low frame rate' and that 'results will vary,' offering a more cautious assessment of the Android ecosystem advantage.
What different sources said
- 9to5GoogleCenter
Boox updates 6-inch pocketable Android e-reader with stylus support
- EngadgetCenter
Boox's new Go 6 ereader offers stylus support for note-taking
- The VergeLeft
Boox’s new e-reader could replace your Kindle, Kobo, and digital notepad
- WiredLeft
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