Onyx has showcased the Boox Picco, a miniature digital reader built strictly for distraction free reading. The device packs a 3.97 inch E ink screen and runs a stripped down Linux operating system inside a pocket friendly frame. It is expected to arrive on store shelves around November for roughly $100.
First reported by tech outlet How To Geek during IFA, the Boox Picco focuses purely on portable reading. The 3.97 inch E ink screen comes equipped with adjustable front lighting, allowing users to tweak both brightness levels and color warmth for night reading. Unlike many modern digital readers that rely entirely on touchscreens, Onyx added physical page turn buttons to the side of the body for faster single hand navigation.
The compact footprint makes the device easy to carry in a standard pocket. Despite the small dimensions, the display maintains crisp text quality for books and documents. The inclusion of hardware buttons also prevents accidental touch inputs when reading on the go.
Rather than using resource heavy Android software, the Picco runs a lean Linux system to maximize speed and battery stamina. You get a USB C port for charging and wired transfers from a computer, alongside Wi Fi support for moving books wirelessly. A microSD card slot expands your digital library well beyond standard internal storage limitations.
Beyond opening plain text and standard digital reading files, the operating system includes a few productivity helpers. The software comes with a dedicated task list, reading habit statistics, a regular timer, and a Pomodoro countdown tool to keep study sessions organized. With an expected price point of $100, the Boox Picco targets readers who want extreme mobility without the distractions of a full tablet interface.
