Do You Know? The Boox Picco’s 3.97-inch screen is about the size of a playing card, according to Boox. The company says the device is its smallest e-reader yet.
What Boox announced
Boox has announced the Picco, a compact e-reader designed for reading and digital utility tasks. Preorders opened on September 28, 2026, and Boox says the device is expected to ship in November.
The Picco costs $100. Its screen measures 3.97 inches, making it smaller than Boox’s upcoming 6.19-inch Palma 3 and the 4.3-inch Xteink X4 referenced by WIRED.
Key features
- 3.97-inch monochrome screen
- 235 pixels per inch
- Adjustable front light with warm- and cool-toned lighting
- Touchscreen controls and physical page-turning buttons
- MicroSD support for up to 2 TB of flash-memory storage
- Included 16 GB microSD card
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- USB-C and web-based file transfers
- Pomodoro, Todo and Countdown apps
A small reader with utility tools
Boox says the Picco uses a streamlined operating system focused on reading and digital utility tools. It is the first device in the company’s Tiles lineup, which Boox says will provide access to ebooks on the device.
Users can transfer ebooks through the web or USB-C, while the microSD card slot provides additional storage. The device also includes productivity apps that allow it to function beyond basic ebook reading.
Phone attachment is part of the design
The Picco’s case includes a magnetic ring intended to attach to the back of a smartphone. How well that setup works in practice remains to be tested; WIRED noted that fit and magnet strength affected its experience with another small e-reader attached to a phone.
What happens next
Boox has opened preorders, with shipping expected in November. WIRED said it plans to test the Picco and compare it with the Palma 3 once both devices become available.
Why it matters
The Picco targets readers who want an e-reader that takes up less space than conventional models. Its small display may appeal to people who want a device that can be carried or attached to a smartphone, while its storage options and productivity tools give it uses beyond reading.
Bottom Line
The $100 Boox Picco is a highly compact e-reader with a 3.97-inch monochrome display, expandable storage, wireless connectivity and basic productivity apps. Its real-world usability, including the phone-mounting experience, will become clearer after testing.
Source
This report is based on information published by WIRED.
