Xiaomi's commitment to e-book readers is now official in its home country with the Moaan InkPalm Mini Plus 2, an ultra-compact device that combines Android 14 with storage that is uncommon in this category. With a launch price of 1.399 yuan (around 167-168 euros at the exchange rate), it comes with the idea of ​​standing up to the most popular models on the market without abandoning a practical approach.
Its format is more reminiscent of a small mobile phone than a classic e-book, prioritizing portability and one-handed use. For now, marketing is limited to China, although everything indicates that it will appear in import stores soon for those who want to get it outside the Asian country.
Compact design and e-ink display
The new reader integrates a 5,84-inch e-ink display with 1440 x 720 pixels, an unusual size that fits very well in your pocket. The panel uses AG (etched silicon glass) to reduce reflections and offers 32 levels of color temperature and 256 levels of grayscale, helping to adapt reading to any environment.
In dimensions, it stays at 158,9 x 78,6 x 6,9 mm and weighs 140g, making it narrower than a Kindle Paperwhite (180 x 120 x 8,1mm). This makes it easier to hold with one hand, and along with its high screen-to-body ratio and rounded corners, handling is quite comfortable even on short journeys.
The visual experience seeks maximum sharpness in black and white text and graphics, avoiding annoying glare. The lighting adjustments allow you to switch from warm to cool light with precision, and the side function controls They add a plus to page navigation without always depending on the touch screen.
Hardware, features, and app ecosystem
Inside, the InkPalm Mini Plus 2 mounts a Rockchip RK3566 with 6GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage of internal storage. This is a figure well above what is usual in its segment and allows you to carry extensive libraries, comics and audiobooks without worrying about space.
When running Android 14, the reader is not limited to a single ecosystem: they can be installed alternative reading apps and audiobook services within their logical technical restrictions. This openness offers flexibility for those who already use various content platforms.
In connectivity, it has Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 to sync content and pair wireless headphones. It also integrates speakers to play audio without accessories, and uses USB-C for loading and transfer.
The battery is 2.250 mAh, a capacity that aims for several days of typical reading use, depending on habits and lighting settings. The focus here is on maintaining battery life without increasing weight or thickness, which is key for such a compact reader.
Its sale starts in China through local stores such as JD.com for 1.399 yuan, with the first units expected by the end of September. Xiaomi hasn't announced a global launch, but it's likely to appear in import retailers such as AliExpress or specialized e-ink reader stores.
With a pocket size, a neat e-ink screen and an ecosystem based on Android, the Moaan InkPalm Mini Plus 2 is positioned as an interesting alternative for those looking for a very light reader with great capacity and room for personalize the experience with apps, without losing sight of a contained price in its market of origin.
