Onyx, a popular maker of e-readers and e-ink tablets, announced two new 7-inch models in its Go series of readers. The new Go 7 and Go Color 7 (Gen 2) feature the same minimalistic design as before, but with one important addition: stylus support.
Stylus support used to be a feature for larger Onyx e-readers. Now, those preferring more compact 7-inch readers can enjoy additional note-taking capabilities with support for the BOOX InkSense active stylus (sold separately).
The BOOX Go 7 has a 7-inch Carta 1300 monochrome display with a pixel density of 300 PPI to ensure sharp text and good clarity. The Go Golor 7 Gen 2, on the other hand, features a 7-inch E-Ink Kaleido 3 display with improved color saturation, less notable ghosting, and a faster refresh rate. In monochrome mode, the Go Color 7 Gen 2 has the standard 300 PPI density. In color mode, it drops 150 PPI. These readers also support display auto-rotating and temperature adjustment for the frontlight.
Both BOOX Go 7 and BOOX Go Color 7 Gen 2 have 4 GB of memory, 64 GB of storage (expandable with microSD cards), and 2,400 mAh batteries. They run Android 13 out of the box and have access to the Google Play Store.
Design-wise, the new readers are designed for one-handed use with a wider bezel and two physical buttons for turning pages. The back of each device has a textured back for a better, more secure grip. Also, you can choose between two colors: black and white. While a proper IP rating is not present, Onyx promises a "water-repellent design" that can withstand accidental spills and light rain.
The Onyx BOOX Go 7 is now available for purchase on the official Onyx website (coming soon to Amazon) for $249.99. The BOOX Go Color 7 Gen 2 will be available at a later date with a price of $279.99.
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