SMRTR TechDec 7, 2025The Verge

This tiny magnetic e-reader sticks to the back of your iPhone

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Chinese company Xteink launched the X4, a $69 e-reader with a 4.3-inch screen that magnetically attaches to iPhones and other smartphones like a wireless power bank. While cheaper and more portable than Kindles, the device sacrifices features like backlighting, touchscreen functionality, and access to major ebook stores, requiring users to sideload DRM-free books.

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