I Love Reading Manga on This Boox Digital Notebook, and It’s $60 Off on Black Friday.
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Kindle? I don’t know—I’ll get a Boox any day now. This line of e-ink devices from the Chinese company Onyx may be little known in the US outside of its cult following ( which you can chat with on Reddit ), but it has a lot to offer those looking for an alternative to the Kindle Paperwhite (or iPad , for that matter).
While the phone-shaped Boox Palma 2 is my personal favorite e-reader , Boox also makes productivity-focused e-notebooks that aim to combine the eye-friendly screen of a Kindle with the functionality of an iPad. They even have screens with a writing function, so you can take notes and sketches with a stylus, just like a regular notebook. And the largest (and arguably coolest) Boox e-notebook of them all is the Boox Note Max , a massive 13.3-inch all-in-one device.
When I reviewed this beast last year, I focused on its versatility (it runs the open Android operating system with access to the Google Play store, so it can run most of the same apps as an Android LED tablet, and it can be used as a laptop by adding a dedicated keyboard case ) and its excellent writing experience (while it’s not exactly pen and paper, it feels quite nice).
But as much as I’d like to say I use it to organize all my notes, I mostly read manga on the Boox Note Max. The Shonen Jump app looks stunning on the Carta 1300’s crisp black-and-white screen, and the 13.3-inch screen reveals details that are much harder to appreciate on a tankōbon page. This app has brought me back to this medium, much to the delight of my One Piece -loving son.
The downside of e-ink devices other than the Kindle is their niche nature and, therefore, their high price. Furthermore, since all e-ink screens are manufactured in China, they will become more expensive in 2025 due to tariffs. But right now, the Boox Note Max is having a rare Black Friday sale. You can currently purchase a discounted bundle that saves you $60 off the retail price of the Note Max and stylus, plus you’ll get a free protective case (usually an additional $50).
(Boox isn’t the only digital notepad maker with great deals on Black Friday. If you’re exploring this market, you might want to check out the Viwoods AiPaper , the new AiPaper Reader , and devices from reMarkable .)
Does Amazon have Black Friday deals?
Yes, Amazon does have Black Friday sales, but the prices aren’t always accurate. Use a price tracker to make sure you’re getting the best deal, or consult guides like our price-tracking blog . And if you have an Amazon Prime subscription, make the most of it .
Which stores have the biggest discounts on Black Friday?
With both large retailers and small businesses competing for Black Friday shoppers, you can expect sales at virtually every store until Monday, December 1, 2025. The “best” discounts depend on your needs, but in general, the biggest discounts tend to be offered by large retailers that can afford lower prices, such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and Home Depot. You can find all the best sales from major retailers on our blog .
Are Black Friday deals worth it?
In short, yes, Black Friday still offers deals you rarely see the rest of the year. If you’re shopping or looking for gifts, now is the time to look for deals on essentials, especially tech , home goods , and fitness equipment . Of course, if you’re looking to save money, the best way to save is to buy nothing.