Excellent note-taking capabilities ; Android OS enables great versatility ; Slim and comfortable to hold ; Fingerprint sensor makes security quick and easy

Weak stylus magnet ; No integrated book store ; E Ink limits usability of third-party apps

While it lacks the polish of competing e-paper productivity tablets from Kobo, Kindle and reMarkable, the Note Air 3 arguably makes up for it with its amazing versatility. A feature-packed note-taking app and native support for a wide array of cloud...

Battery life doesn't quit ; Third-party Android apps ; Sturdy build, comfortable design ; Reading and writing is fast and enjoyable

Pen isn't the most comfortable for long-term use ; Some expected 300ppi display ; Slight lag in line drawing

Onyx Boox Note Air3 is a monochromatic E-Ink display tablet that supports third-party apps with Android 12 and launched with a faster CPU and a micro-SD card slot for greater storage as well.

Striking modern design and build quality ; Decent onboard software ; Fantastic battery life ; Super comfortable e-ink display

Occasional performance hiccups ; Strange USB placement ; No IP rating ; Sluggish e-ink display isn’t for everyone

An oversized e-reader that works as a suitable tablet replacement for those needing a distraction-free device for work or education. However, its cumbersome size and high asking price might be too much for mere bookworms.