Onyx Boox Note Air2 Review | Design, Features & Templates

Onyx Boox Note Air2 Review: Sleek, Smart, and Built for Productivity

The Onyx Boox Note Air2 is one of the most refined e-ink tablets available today. Combining a high-resolution 10.3-inch display with Android 11 and stylus support, it bridges the gap between a notebook and a digital workstation. This review breaks down its hardware, performance, and how it integrates perfectly with Onyx Boox templates for a smooth planning and note-taking experience.

Design and Build Quality

The Boox Note Air2 continues Onyx’s design tradition — ultra-thin, balanced, and minimalist. At just 5.8 mm thick and 420 g, it feels as light as a notebook yet solid thanks to its aluminum frame. The wide left bezel doubles as a grip for reading or writing, giving it a premium feel similar to a real journal. It’s available in a matte blue-gray color that complements its modern aesthetic.

The overall ergonomics make it comfortable to use for long writing or reading sessions, and the magnetic Pen Plus attachment on the side ensures the stylus always stays secure.

Display and Reading Experience

The 10.3-inch Carta 1200 e-ink display delivers a crisp 1872×1404 resolution with 227 PPI. The front light combines warm and cool tones, so it adapts well to any environment — bright daylight or dim evening light. Unlike LCDs, e-ink reduces eye strain, making this tablet excellent for students, professionals, and writers.

Hardware and Performance

Under the hood, the Note Air2 runs a Qualcomm octa-core CPU with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. It operates on Android 11, giving users access to Google Play for installing apps like Google Drive, Notion, or Evernote. Boox’s optimization keeps performance fluid for both note-taking and reading.

The device handles multitasking well, and switching between apps or PDF templates feels fast. The battery lasts up to two to three weeks depending on light and Wi-Fi usage, which easily supports long-term daily planning.

Writing Experience

The included Boox Pen Plus stylus features 4096 pressure levels for precise handwriting and sketching. The matte glass screen surface provides a satisfying paper-like texture, allowing smooth control over strokes. Palm rejection is reliable, and handwriting-to-text conversion works across multiple languages.

Whether you’re taking meeting notes, journaling, or editing planner templates, the writing feels consistent and natural — ideal for those who want the feel of paper with the power of digital tools.

Using Onyx Boox Templates

One of the most impressive aspects of the Note Air2 is how seamlessly it handles Onyx Boox templates. Users can import daily planners, project trackers, or digital journals as PDFs directly into the Notes or NeoReader app. The system supports easy navigation, annotations, and bookmarks, making it one of the best e-ink devices for structured planning.

• PDF templates open instantly without ghosting.
• Writing remains sharp even with fine-line planners.
• Templates stay organized via Boox’s intuitive file manager.

Key Specifications

Feature	Onyx Boox Note Air2
Display	10.3″ Carta 1200 e-ink, 1872×1404
Processor	Qualcomm Octa-Core
RAM	4 GB
Storage	64 GB
OS	Android 11
Battery	3000 mAh (up to 3 weeks)
Stylus	Boox Pen Plus, 4096 levels

Pros and Cons

• Pros: lightweight design, warm/cool light, Google Play access, natural handwriting feel, long battery life.
• Cons: grayscale display only, speaker output is weak, minor lag in heavy apps.

Final Verdict

The Onyx Boox Note Air2 remains one of the best e-ink tablets for productivity. It strikes a balance between hardware quality, writing precision, and software freedom. Unlike competitors, it gives users the flexibility to use custom templates and external apps without sacrificing simplicity.

When paired with the Boox Templates Bundle, it transforms into a full-fledged digital planning system — perfect for journaling, scheduling, or managing projects with a paper-like touch.Get Boox Templates for Note Air2

Outbound links: Boox Note Air2 official page, Boox Help Center. Internal link connects to Templacity’s Boox Templates product page.