TCL has two phones sporting this technology.
Theres the TCL 50 NXTPaper 5G and the TCL 50 PRO NXTPaper 5G.
Both include the NXTPaper Key toggle that activates Max Ink Mode.
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This adds an animation that morphs the screen into black and white or back into color.
The mode mutes notifications and dials back the strain on the battery.
The Pro phones retail for 299, or $331.
The colors for the two “Pro” models. Image: TCL
The non-Pro devices are going for 229, equal to about $253.
At those prices, you really shouldnt expect a Pro-level experience on par with youriPhone,Galaxy, orPixel.
Otherwise, theres not too much else to go gaga over.
The phone runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, a higher-end budget CPU.
you’re able to get an additional 8 GB of memory if youre willing to pay extra.
The Pro version also includes a 32 MP front sensor.
So what is NXTPaper?
Despite the marketing, it is a variety of LCD, but its still distinct from your typical display.
It consists of a Circular Polarized Light layer that simulates natural light.
Theres a significant difference between the look of these devices and something like areMarkable tablet.
While the displays have a notably matte look, its not E Ink.
TCL first shared its plans for its ink mode switch backduring CESthis past January on the NXTPaper 14 Pro.
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