The Onyx Boox A6 e-reader device is here. The e-reader breaks conventional norms with its unique design, making it stand out from other e-reader devices. With a 6-inch display and a rather longish profile, the new Boox A6 seems more like an elongated smartphone than an e-reader device as we know it. Then, there is also an elaborate speaker arrangement at the top in the form of a raised bar stretching along the entire e-reader width. On the right edge of the bar lies a dedicated AI button, which can be used to summon AI applications to get your queries answered.

Designed in collaboration with Phoenix Digital Media, the A6 comes pre-loaded with or provides access to content the company claims is specially curated to suit the student community. As ITHome stated, those include more than 100 classics that are marked must-read for primary and secondary school students. Plus, over 12,000 audiobooks and 2,100 e-books are available for the students to read or listen to. The content is based on the latest curriculum standards set for students in China and includes both in-class and out-of-class reading.

Regarding hardware, the 6-inch E Ink HD display offers zero flicker and zero blue light radiation, which makes it ideal for its intended clientele, the primary and secondary school students in China. Under the hood lies an octa-core 2.0 GHz Qualcomm processor with two gigs of memory and 32 GB of storage. The 1500 mAh battery is rated to support 72 hours of continuous usage. It runs Android 11 and supports dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4G & 5G) and wireless Bluetooth. Other features the A6 comes with include HD speakers and a highly sensitive microphone. The body is made from environment-friendly plastic that is dust and fingerprint-resistant while also being durable and lightweight.

As stated, the Boox A6 is meant for sale only in China and will be available via Douyin flagship store and Youzan Mall. Whether the company will introduce a version for the international markets is unknown. According to present conversion rates, the A6 is priced at 1299 Yuan, which translates to $182.