XTEink X3 e-reader review: RM280 pocket-sized distraction-free reading

Can a RM280 pocket e-reader replace your smartphone scrolling habit? We put the ultra-compact XTEink X3 through a real-world test to see how it handles distraction-free reading on the go!

We walk through its pocketable 3.7-inch 259 PPI E-Ink display, test its physical button controls and demonstrate flashing the popular community-built Crosspoint open-source firmware.

We evaluate text sharpness, EPUB/TXT file handling, wireless Wi-Fi drag-and-drop book transfers, tilt-to-turn page navigation and real-world battery efficiency from its 650mAh cell.

Watch the video review below to see if this budget micro e-reader fits into your everyday carry!

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