Onyx's Newest Reader with SD + Buttons | Boox Leaf 2 Review
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- čas přidán 9. 11. 2022
- Yes, an ACTUAL e-Reader WITH physical page turn buttons.
There is also an SD card slot built in!
This device is loaded and is slowly eliminating the reason to buy a dedicated e-Reader these days.
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If you need a virtual home button, just go to settings > gesture settings > enable navigation bar.
Good review. I bought the black model from Good e-Reader to replace my Kindle Oasis. I love having page turn buttons and that I will not be locked into one bookseller.
How's the experience till now? Smooth UI?
READING EXPERIENCE!
Pros:
Neoreader software is stable, interface user intuitive and practical. It shows they're working on it to be the best alternative to the Kindle app.
Ghosting is not being a problem, it appears that browsing the Net caused that. Whew!
AUTOROTATE! YAY!
Buttons work just fine.
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Cons:
only one, and here I humbly understand why Oasis remains, on the form factor, the champion: Though comfortable to hand, without the baricenter unbalanced toward my palm like in Oasis, Leaf2, despite being really light, keeps tring my hand. After a prolonged time, like half an hour, I can't help but noticing the unpleasant sensation of the device risking to fall from my grip, making me hold it harder. Autorotation, in this context, is PRECIOUS, as I have to switch hand frequently.
One problem, BIG problem. Hope it will be solved with the next generation.
Thank you Peter for the yesterday leaf 2 live show, you always have such a lot of information! and I'll waiting for the white leaf 2 unboxing!
looking forward to the white leaf 2 as well! waiting for the black leaf 2 to arrive, but planning on using the white one due to its lighter weight
If my Kobo breaks, this would be my first choice for the replacement. Just having the Play store on is enough to tempt me early.
That book by Machiavelli, is more important than all the books that came in the last 10 years combined.
excellent background tunes, as always
Will this device be released in Europe? I can't find any info on it except for the buy-link included here. It's not even on the official Boox website? I'd rather wait to buy until it appears on local websites (for service and safety).. but I don't know if it will anytime soon..
Could you please tell how the screen quality compares to a kobo libra 2 for example? pls
Both have Carta 1200 displays.
How is it for reading PDF's of various types?
I recently bought this, and it came to my attention that it actually only has one speaker. The other speaker grille is actually just a microphone with additional cosmetic holes to make it look like another speaker grille. I have contacted them about this, and they have since updated their storefront to remove any and all mention of dual speakers. Honestly kind of disappointing that they couldn't immediately confirm certain details of this eReader, like Carta 1200 or the aforementioned dual speakers, since they're both kind of a big deal. Looking back on the product launch reveal video, you can actually see the fake speaker grilles at 19:24. I'm chalking this up to miscommunication between their international branch since there's too much of a difference between mono and stereo to not have noticed it sooner, but I'm still disappointed by this information.
Correct, many manufacturers in the consumer electronic industry do this. From tablets to smartphones.
Certainly an interesting device.
a question for the native reader, is there a file with the highlights and notes saved for backup and what not?
Want color version of this.
Eager to see white version review👀
Can you edit word files here?
wait, it doesn't have dark mode option at the system level?
How is the battery life?
Up to what capacity microSD card can this device use? This is important since audiobooks can take up a lot of space. Btw, submitted a support query on the Boox site but their CAPTCHA system (they call it a verification code) had characters that were very hard to make out. Tried over 10 times unsuccessfully to sutmit this question, to no avail. Finally gave up. I'm tempted not to buy any Boox product as a rsult of this massive fail.
Late response but I saw online on a forum post that it was 2tb
No darkmode on the leaf 2?
Thank you so much Peter!
It is a team of people that create these videos, I will pass that message on to Peter for you however :-)
@@goodereader Yes, thank you everyone at Good e-Reader
I hope the new colour version will have physical page turn buttons and an sd card slot. Though to me honest, i don't like how the 'oasis look' looks like. xD
You didn't show any of the options for gestures and buttons...
If only any company would release a 10 or 10.3 or A4 android ereader with sd card support without all the other bells and whistles. I just need a big android ereader and I don't care for the rest.
Yep same! You found one yet?
@@ellevin6656 No. Not yet.
The onyx tab ultra has a micro sd card slot
@@godoflight558 I don't need any of the other functions from the note taking to the cameras and speakers. Also look at the cost and that doesn't include the shipping and import tax.
Likebook did, but their ui is bad
I own two large-sized Boox devices and I know and appreciate their software quite well. For the reading I've had a Kobo Libra2 for 6 months now and I'm really happy about it, although if I had to buy it now I would be really undecided between my Libra and this new Leaf2
I wish I had waited for this instead of getting the libra 2, just because this seems more flexible. But for general reading libra 2 is fine. East Asian language support is a little suspect but workable.
@@PvtPandaBear I only read latin script so I can't speak for your needs, which I don't know at all. For "average" (forgive for the eurocentric view, it's the only one I have) use I think Libra 2 is great though (again, forgive my eurocentrism if you can)
@@tulopadullo_n_5700 No worries. Libra 2 does the core thing very well. But I imagine so would this Leaf 2 and at least here in the US the price difference is only $20. Seems fairly worth it for having the flexibility of an Android backed system with Play Store. I believe the Leaf 2 also has a stronger chip so might even be quicker. And no need to apologize at all we all have different needs, cheers!
@@tulopadullo_n_5700 cringe apologetics
I love my Kindle, I love my Amazon, make no mistake about that...But it was about effing time that someone came with a western market-oriented Oasis killer! Amazon offers a ton of contents when it comes to ebooks, but they really need to open to Android. And this precious device does everything a reader needs for a complete experience. I already ordere mine and can't wait to start reading my ton'o'books!
In future, i wouldn't mind a color screen on this gem!
Well, there's Kobo Libra2, it is quite a "western market-oriented Oasis killer" to me. This one is really neat too though
@@tulopadullo_n_5700 Problem being, Kobo is still limited to its own ecosystem as well. I have several reading accounts, and I NEED a device that covers them all, and Leaf2, with this form factor, is what I was asking for
@@valeriopastore7310 if you mean you need a device which can run different readers thrn you're totally right. Kobo has just its own Kobo reader, though with the fact it reads ePubs you can hardly say it is really confined to its ecosystem. I have one and never bought an e-book from them, I just sideload seamlessly what I buy or collect from other sites (I mostly read old stuff that's out of copyright). If you mean you need to sync your sideloaded content between devices, Boox didn't do it until now: I know they're going in that direction in NeoReader, but my Onyx devices are somewhat older and they didn't receive those updates yet so I can't really say
@@tulopadullo_n_5700 No. I mean account like my online public libraries, Scribd, Open Library, other ebook shops, etc. The Kobo and Kindle apps can easily cover all of the contents, yes, but their sources are many and I need to access all of them. That is why I tend to prefer Android for its versatility.
@@valeriopastore7310 well if those are your needs, as I wrote at the beginning, you're totally right
wanted to see different options - instead got a read out of options listed on the screen... with no examples how different settings impact the experience and so on. Well - looking for a different review.
Anyone able to read kindle and scribd on this?
6”, 7”, or 7/8”? Need help!
Battery life?
Okay, now I’m tempted to buy one. I have Kindle Oasis 3, Kobo Libra 2 and PocketBook InkPad 3 Pro. This feels like it would fit in my collection perfectly, I’ll just wait for the white version with indented screen, after Oasis I really don’t want or like flush screens, I use Oasis least of my readers.
Is the white vcolor version of leaf2 more responsive? I can’t figure out the difference. Thanks
@@westleys.2372 I think the internals are the same, just that there isn't the ?glass on top of the screen that makes it a flush screen? which also makes it lighter
What's the issue with flush screens?
Hi! Which one is better? Kobo or PocketBook?
Can i disable that circle icon?
Yes, it can be disabled. The first thing I did.
You can also change its size and make it collapse to the side of the screen. I find the shortcuts options the navigation ball (the name of this circle) has very helpful
@ Thanks.
OK, first impressions on Leaf2 black, after setting it up, updating and installing reading apps... Keep in mind, I hven't started reading yet.
Pros:
It accepts all of my apps, including Scribd -VERY important for me.
The screen is really nice, and so is the definition.
Autorotate, YAY!!!
Form factor makes it a nice Oasis Killer, and it's a real lightweight.
Intuitive, easy to use as expected.
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Cons:
Slow. I expected a more responsive device, but alas it is not so.
Took FOREVER to update OS. I mean, like, my wifi is good but download rarely reached 500Kbs speed: make it sure you have your lunch break and then some only to update your device!
Ghosting. OMG, lucky me, the navigation ball has the refresh button. While searching and installing the apps, i really needed it! This is one BIG issue to solve in the immediate future.
Google play: As usual, not installed. Meh.
Price: too high, given its limitations and the absence of note-taking.
I truly hope there won't be any problem with reading.
how do you feel about it now?
@@Zahra_samaReading: smooth experience, good definition, perfect illumination.
Online apps: it's like being back to pre-windows OS, far as speed is concerned. SLOW, SLOW, SLOW. Plus, the b/n is not sharp enough, often I get blotches of darkness where there should be readable pages. And this is a SERIOUS drawback since i bought this device for online apps as well.
Ghosting is a killer while navigating, I must refresh continously.
The keyboard experience makes me want to grab a pick and using THAT to hammer the commands.
In short, after an initial enthusiasm, I must say I am sorely tempted to switch forever to another brand.
@@valeriopastore7310 oh no that is such a let down :(. I'm stilllll willing to consider it, since it's the only acceptable Ereader with Google play. I want to buy it just for the reading apps, I don't want to be restricted since almost all of my books are sideloaded. Will I have any problem using the reading apps like Play books, Kindle, Readera? Is the page turner smooth, fast and with no ghosting? What about the battery life? I was also planning to buy the sunken screen, is it the one you have, and if so, do you recommend it? Otherwise I'll have to settle with the Libra 2,which was my choice before I knew about the Leaf 2, but it adds more steps with the sideloaded books which is such a bore.
@@Zahra_sama Battery life is good. It recharges fairly fast and will last a lot.
You won't have problems with reading, once you've uploaded the books. The problem is, I repeat, getting to the books: the device is absurdly slow responding and you're never sure it answered at all after the first taps. Frustrating.
I own the non-sunk screen.
Unless you need, like me, the android apps, switch to Kobo and/or Kindle -they are very specialized readers, they cost less and make for the best experience.
@@valeriopastore7310 thanks for your input :)
Always check your Onyx devices for malware. My Onyx Boox Colour came with some malware included with the calculator and it was a pain to get rid of before I could install my Kindle and Kobo accounts.
why would it come with malware?
@@avoidbeing No idea ! Some Russian engineer trying to make a quick buck? In any case, scan your onyx with Windows Defender and watch.
@@DoctorNemmo so Onyx is doing it? or are you afflicted with paranoia
@@avoidbeing In any case, Windows Defender would be the paranoid one. I like my Onyx, but seriously, plug it in and give it a scan.
The entire transaction with Boox was very suspicious. Communication emails were incomplete. Receipt did not even describe the product and items bought. The receipt only shows price paid and buyer shipping address. The item came from Canada, but return address is in China. On top of the return shipping cost Boox charges 30% restocking fee. They say refund will take many weeks. I do not recommend this product.
Boox is not suspicious. They are the largest e-reader company outside of the big three in the world
They have the biggest International presence, the most varied lineup of devices, and over a decade track record.
I don't necessarily recommend your comment
@@goodereader right. Like the biggest country in the world governed by the biggest international communist party. Not suspicious!