Chinese
giant Tencent has today officially launched its second-generation eBook reader
in the country, named Tencent Pocket Reader II. The product, priced at 1,099
yuan (US$ 158), comes in multiple color options.
The
Tencent Pocket Reader II measures 145 × 75 × 8.5mm and weighs around 130 grams.
It comes featuring a 5.2-inch e-ink screen that offers 284 PPI pixel density
and has 36 backlit reading lights. It has
the latest Carta 2 ink screen along with 2.5D AG process glass optical
technology which the company claim improves the paper effect on the screen.
Under the hood, the eBook reader is powered by a quad-core A53 CPU. The device
also comes with physical keys that enables users to turn the pages UP or DOWN.
The
product also supports 4G mobile card / data card networking, along with support
for calling, text messaging and WiFi networking. Users also have an option to
switch ON the flight mode with just a single click. The Tencent Pocket Reader II is directly
linked to Tencent Reading Group’s book resource library. Between Pocket Reading
and mobile QQ reading app, users can synchronise bookshelves, accounts, and
reading progress across platforms.
It
also enables users to import local books through Bluetooth or USB, and has also
strengthened the support of third-party applications in the application system.
It can independently select the refresh mode and supports more reading apps.
The
device is powered by a built-in 2,000mAh battery and has a USB Type-C port for
charging the product. The Tencent Pocket Reader II comes in Black, Green, and
Red color.
