Lenovo Xiaoxin Color Ink, an LCD Tablet That Switches from Color to Black and White
The name Color Ink made me think of an e-book reader, but Lenovo's Xiaoxin 10.1 Color Ink Soft Light Edition uses an LCD. It offers three viewing modes instead.
📊 Quick Info
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lenovo (중국) |
| Price | Price to be confirmed |
| Form | 10.1-inch LCD tablet |
| Key features | Anti-glare surface and three viewing modes: color, color paper, and black-and-white paper |
| One-line verdict | ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ Brings the feel of an e-reader to an LCD |
✨ 3-Line Summary
- 👍 Biggest strength: You can switch between color, color paper, and black-and-white paper modes on one screen
- 👎 Downside: It is an LCD rather than e-ink despite the name, so the real reduction in eye strain needs confirming
- 🎯 Recommended for: People deciding between an e-ink device and a regular tablet
📸 Product Tour
The mint-toned body and the stylus appear together
A simple back panel with the Lenovo logo
An image that compares the original color, color paper, and black-and-white paper modes on one screen
🔍 Why It Caught My Eye
Paper feel on an LCD
The anti-glare surface and the mode switching aim for a feel closer to a paper book. It looks like an attempt to borrow the strengths of e-ink.
A design built around modes
You can use color for animated study materials, color paper for illustrated books, and black-and-white paper for text-heavy reading. One device can adapt to each situation.
Pastel design
The colors are soft, so it should sit comfortably on a desk.
🤔 Things to Consider
Availability in Korea
This model is made for the Chinese domestic market, so official sales in Korea and Korean-language support need confirming.
A name that suggests e-ink
Because the name can be mistaken for e-ink, I want to read reviews before believing that it reduces eye strain.
Specs and price
The processor, battery, and price all need confirming.
📋 Product Traits (Subjective Ratings)
- Design: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Portability: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Practicality: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Value for money: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (price unconfirmed)
🛒 Pre-Purchase Checklist
✅ Recommended for
- People who want one device for both e-reading and tablet use
- People looking for a learning tablet for kids
❌ Not recommended for
- People who want a true e-ink screen
- People who value local after-sales service in Korea
🎯 Final Verdict
Choosing an LCD over e-ink makes this product interesting to me. It will probably be hard to buy in Korea, so I will enjoy it mostly as something to look at.
I plan to look again when news of a Korean release appears.
Source: Yanko Design product page
