BOOX strengthens its catalog with a model that focuses on productivity and e-ink writing: the Note Air5 C. It comes with a color screen, a more responsive system, and accessories designed for comfortable work, keeping your eyes rested even during long sessions.
The company is launching a new magnetic keyboard and a revamped stylus, the Pen3 , in this series, along with Android 15 and Google Play compatibility. The package is rounded out with magnetic pins , AI-powered note-taking features, and a very slim chassis designed to replicate the feel of writing on paper.
Color screen and visual comfort
The Note Air5 C features a 10,3-inch E Ink Kaleido 3 display with a matte finish and anti-glare coating. It offers smooth colors and comfortable reading, a testament to the arrival of color in eReaders , ideal for PDFs, comics, notes, or professional documents.
The front lighting features dual-color adjustment, allowing you to choose between warm or cool tones depending on your surroundings. Additionally, BOOX Super Refresh technology improves screen refresh rate for smoother transitions when typing, turning pages, or switching between apps, reflecting the evolution of eReader displays.
This combination of color e-ink and integrated light is designed to minimize eye strain , while maintaining sharpness and avoiding glare, a key point for those who spend many hours reading or editing notes.
Natural writing with Pen3 and smart features
The new Pen3 features a more ergonomic design, with an integrated clip and a compartment for replacement nibs. The screen surface offers a smooth, paper-like texture , allowing for precise writing and drawing without slipping.
Among the smart tools, Smart Scribe stands out , capable of interpreting and adjusting strokes or converting handwriting into clean text. The system integrates a customizable toolbar and the infinite notes option , useful for mind maps or continuous notes without page limits.
For students, teachers, and creative professionals, these improvements make the Note Air5 C a more versatile, comfortable, and faster digital notebook than previous generations.
Productivity: Magnetic keyboard and multitasking
For the first time in the family, the tablet features magnetic pins for attaching a keyboard case . When connected, the device transforms into a portable workspace for writing documents, answering emails, or managing tasks with ease.
The system allows split screen viewing to consult files while typing, and thanks to Android 15 with Google Play, it is possible to install reading, office or project management applications and adapt them to each user's workflow.
Hardware, performance and software
The Note Air5 C features an octa-core processor paired with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage . This configuration provides a stable experience for writing, reading, and light multitasking with popular applications.
The latest firmware adds cloud syncing and AI tools like Smart Scribe , along with options to customize shortcuts and toolbars. Super Refresh technology makes switching between apps and scrolling through documents smoother.
In terms of connectivity, the device includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth , facilitating the use of accessories and file transfer. With Google Play available, installing productivity, reading, and creative apps is straightforward and hassle-free, offering alternatives to closed devices like the Kindle Scribe.
Design, measurements and availability
The aluminum chassis maintains the series' minimalist aesthetic, with a profile of just 5,8 millimeters that makes it easy to carry in a backpack or bag. The wider side frame ensures a comfortable grip for reading or writing for extended periods.
This model, a direct evolution of the Note Air4 C, can now be purchased for 529,99 euros in Spain through the official website and usual distributors, positioning itself as a solid option for those looking for a reading, annotation and document management tool with color electronic ink.
With an eInk Kaleido 3 screen, the Pen3 stylus , a magnetic keyboard, and an Android 15 system open to applications, the Note Air5 C brings together comfortable reading, natural writing, and productivity features in one device, without losing the essence of e-ink: low power consumption, no glare, and eye comfort.
