# Boox Note Air4 C - 20 Powerful Features for Color E-Ink Tablet ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rJIdFMdqWoQ/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=0s) - The video will cover 20 powerful features of the [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C, a 10.3-inch color E-Ink tablet with Kaleido 3 technology [(00:00:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=4s). - The Boox Note Air4 C will be the main focus of the video, showcasing its various features [(00:00:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=7s). - The video is sponsored by Boox, and a thank you message is extended to the company for their support [(00:00:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=17s). ## Multitasking [(00:00:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=20s) - The Boox Note Air4 C allows for multitasking, enabling users to open another app while scrolling through a website, by bringing down the Control Center and selecting split screen and vertical mode [(00:00:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=20s). - In split screen mode, users can open another app, such as notes, and take notes while using the other app or website [(00:00:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=37s). - Users can also share content from a website to their notes by pressing and holding on the content, selecting share, and choosing the desired notebook [(00:00:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=55s). - Shared content, such as images, can be resized, cropped, and edited within the notes app [(00:01:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=71s). ## Drag Text to Notes [(00:01:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=79s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C allows users to drag text from a website to their notes [(00:01:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=79s). - To do this, users can select the desired text using the pen, and then press and hold the selected text [(00:01:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=84s). - Once the text is selected and held, users can easily drag and drop it into their notes [(00:01:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=94s). - After dragging the text to the notes, users have the option to edit it later if needed [(00:01:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=96s). ## Note-taking in E-Books [(00:01:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=100s) - Note-taking is available inside e-books on the [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C, allowing users to open a book in the NE reader, select a book, and then access various tools for taking notes [(00:01:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=101s). - The pen tool can be used to start taking notes inside an e-book, and different shapes can also be added using the shape tool [(00:01:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=119s). - The shape tool offers various shape options that can be selected and added to the book, and users can change the shape by selecting the shape icon [(00:02:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=128s). - The theme of the e-book can be changed, with options including a Dark theme, which can be selected from the theme option [(00:02:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=140s). - Users can take a screenshot of the e-book by selecting the navall option and then the screenshot icon [(00:02:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=157s). - The screenshot can be edited using the edit option, allowing users to change the color, line width, and more [(00:02:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=170s). - Once editing is complete, the screenshot can be exported as a [[PDF]] and shared [(00:03:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=182s). ## PDF annotations [(00:03:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=187s) - PDF annotations can be made on the [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C by opening a PDF file and using various tools to annotate it [(00:03:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=188s). - The device features an [[Article (publishing) | article]] mode that can be activated by tapping in the middle of the screen and selecting article mode, which divides the PDF page into four columns for better readability [(00:03:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=196s). - Article mode allows the device to zoom into a portion of the page, making it helpful for reading multicolumn articles, such as research papers [(00:03:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=201s). - The Spen tool can be used to write on [[PDF]] files, allowing users to add handwritten notes [(00:03:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=222s). - Other tools available for PDF annotations include the shape tool and various types of brushes [(00:03:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=229s). ## Screen Mirroring [(00:03:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=236s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air 4C has a screen mirroring feature that allows users to cast the tablet's screen to their mobile phone, PC, or TV [(00:03:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=236s). - To access this feature, users need to bring down the Control Center and select "Boox Drop Screen Mirroring" and then "Start Now" [(00:04:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=248s). - Once started, the feature generates a URL and a QR code that can be scanned using a phone's camera to access the tablet's screen remotely [(00:04:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=251s). - The QR code can be scanned using a phone's camera, and the user can then select to open the link in a browser, such as [[Google Chrome | Chrome]], to access the tablet's screen [(00:04:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=257s). - The screen mirroring feature allows users to access and control their tablet's screen through their phone, which can be useful for presenting ideas on a bigger screen, such as a laptop or TV [(00:04:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=262s). - This feature can be used to present ideas in a larger format, making it useful for presentations or sharing content with others [(00:04:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=274s). ## Note-taking [(00:04:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=282s) - The Notes app is pre-installed in the tablet, allowing users to create handwritten or text notes. [(00:04:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=283s) - The Notes app offers various templates categorized into different sections, such as daily planners. [(00:04:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=296s) - Users can select a template, such as a daily planner, and use the available tools to start taking notes. [(00:05:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=304s) - The app allows users to create different shapes by drawing with the pen and holding it to convert it into the desired shape. [(00:05:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=312s) - Users can insert hyperlinks into their notes by selecting the insert option and choosing the link to website option. [(00:05:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=322s) - The app also features a recorder option, allowing users to record audio, such as a lecture, while taking notes. [(00:05:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=333s) - Notes can be exported to [[Google Drive]] and synced to an Onix account for easy access and organization. [(00:05:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=344s) - Users can also use other note-taking apps, such as [[Microsoft OneNote]], which offers tools for categorizing notes into notebooks, sections, and pages. [(00:05:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=353s) ## Brightness & Colour temperature [(00:06:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=367s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C tablet's brightness can be adjusted, and when turned off, the screen appears dark, even in a dimly lit room [(00:06:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=369s). - The brightness can be set to a maximum level by swiping up from the side of the screen and adjusting the setting [(00:06:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=383s). - At maximum brightness, the screen displays vibrant colors and clear text, as demonstrated by opening a website and selecting reader mode [(00:06:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=398s). - The tablet's gallery can also be viewed at maximum brightness, showcasing various images with full brightness [(00:07:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=420s). - The color temperature of the screen can be adjusted by swiping up from the left side of the screen [(00:07:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=430s). - The maximum brightness and color temperature settings can be used together, as demonstrated by opening a website and selecting reader mode [(00:07:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=441s). - Adjusting the color temperature can help reduce eye strain during extended reading and writing sessions [(00:07:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=451s). - The screen is designed to be kind to the eyes, making it suitable for reading and writing [(00:07:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=459s). - The gallery can also be viewed with maximum brightness and color temperature, showcasing various images [(00:07:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=470s). - The tablet's screen can display a range of colors, as demonstrated by viewing an image with different colors [(00:07:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=478s). ## Text As Image [(00:08:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=481s) - The "Text As Image" feature allows users to export text as an image, which can be useful when reading a book and wanting to save interesting information [(00:08:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=481s). - To use this feature, users can circle around the desired text using a pen, which will highlight the text [(00:08:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=491s). - Once the text is highlighted, users can select the share icon and choose the "Generate Picture" option to create an image of the text [(00:08:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=504s). - The style of the generated image can be changed by selecting the arrow icon, which provides different style options [(00:08:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=514s). - After selecting a style, users can choose the "Save" option to save the image, or share it in their notes [(00:08:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=521s). - To share the image in notes, users can select the share icon, choose "My Notes", and then select the desired notebook [(00:08:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=528s). - The shared image will then be available in the selected notebook [(00:08:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=535s). ## AI Platforms [(00:09:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=541s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C supports AI-powered language model platforms, including [[Gemini (chatbot) | Gemini]], Co-pilot, and [[Claude (language model) | Claude]], which can be used on the device [(00:09:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=542s). - These AI-powered language model platforms can be downloaded through the [[Google Play | Play Store]] [(00:09:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=555s). - However, [[ChatGPT]] is not compatible with the Boox Note Air4 C through the Play Store [(00:09:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=557s). ## Stylus Pen [(00:09:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=562s) - The Boox Note Air4 C tablet comes with a stylus pen that can be purchased from the official Boox site [(00:09:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=563s). - The stylus pen can be attached magnetically to the side or back of the tablet [(00:09:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=571s). - The pen has a rubber cap for protection and includes five extra tips, along with a tip remover tool [(00:09:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=576s). - The stylus pen is versatile and can be used for note-taking, annotations, and drawing [(00:09:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=597s). - The pen has a latency of under 20 milliseconds, making it suitable for smooth writing and drawing experiences [(00:10:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=603s). - Additionally, the stylus pen supports Palm rejection, allowing users to rest their palm on the screen while writing or drawing [(00:10:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=606s). ## Palm Rejection [(00:10:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=607s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C tablet features palm rejection, allowing users to rest their hand on the device while writing without leaving marks on the screen [(00:10:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=608s). - The pen supports tilt sensitivity and pressure sensitivity, enabling users to create varying line widths and styles based on the amount of pressure applied [(00:10:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=620s). - The pen's performance is enhanced by the tablet's matte texture surface and the pen's texture tip, providing a writing experience similar to writing on paper [(00:10:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=634s). - The tablet can be used for drawing, and users can access various tools and features, such as different brushes and color options, within the Notes app [(00:11:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=661s). - The Notes app is recommended for drawing due to lower latency compared to other apps like [[Sketchbook (software) | SketchBook]] [(00:10:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=656s). - Within the Notes app, users can select from various pen tools, brushes, and colors, and also adjust the line width to suit their drawing needs [(00:11:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=665s). ## Text to Notes [(00:11:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=677s) - The 'Text to Notes' feature allows users to save interesting information found while scrolling through a website by selecting the desired text with a pen [(00:11:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=679s). - To use this feature, select the text to be saved, then choose the 'share' option, and select 'notes' from the available options [(00:11:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=693s). - After selecting 'notes', users can choose the desired notebook where the selected text will be saved [(00:11:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=698s). - The saved text can be found in the selected notebook, and users also have the option to edit the text or take a note [(00:11:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=705s). ## Marquee Screenshot [(00:11:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=709s) - The Marquee Screenshot feature allows users to capture a specific part of their screen, such as an image from a website [(00:11:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=710s). - To use this feature, users can select the desired area of the screen using the pen and dragging it to define the capture area [(00:12:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=726s). - Once the area is selected, the screenshot is taken, and users can view it in the screenshot gallery [(00:12:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=733s). - The captured screenshot can be edited using the edit option, which allows users to write or add text to the image [(00:12:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=740s). - After editing, users can save the screenshot and also share it with others [(00:12:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=748s). ## Calendar Memo [(00:12:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=751s) - The Calendar Memo app is pre-installed on the [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C tablet and offers various features [(00:12:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=751s). - Users can select any date and write important information in the memo section, which also displays today's notes [(00:12:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=761s). - The app shows today's read, including books or [[PDF]] files accessed, and allows direct access to this information [(00:12:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=771s). - Users can share their memos with friends or colleagues by selecting the email icon and sending it through their email [(00:12:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=778s). ## Screen Recording [(00:13:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=786s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C has a screen recording feature that allows users to explain something in their notes or create a presentation [(00:13:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=787s). - To access the screen recorder, users need to bring down the Control Center and swipe to the right [(00:13:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=798s). - The screen recorder can be selected from the Control Center, and users can start recording by selecting the "start" option and then "start now" [(00:13:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=804s). - During screen recording, users can present anything on their screen and also use their pen [(00:13:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=811s). - To stop the screen recording, users can select the "stop" option, and the recording will be saved in the gallery [(00:13:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=816s). - Saved screen recordings can be accessed later and shared with others [(00:13:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=820s). ## Reader Split Screen [(00:13:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=824s) - The Neo reader split screen feature allows users to open a book and then select the split view option to access different viewing modes [(00:13:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=825s). - The "Current Document" option opens the same page in split screen, which can be helpful for comparison or referencing different sections of the same book [(00:14:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=840s). - Users can move to another page in the same document by swiping, and the top page will remain the same while the bottom page changes [(00:14:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=855s). - The "Another Document" option enables users to select any other document on their tablet, such as a [[PDF]] file, to access two different files at the same time [(00:14:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=865s). - Users can access other pages in the same PDF file while in split screen mode [(00:14:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=879s). - The "Handwritten Notes" option opens the Notes app in split screen, allowing users to take notes while accessing their book [(00:14:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=887s). - Users can also select the "Text Notes" option, and there is an additional option for translation [(00:14:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=899s). - The translation feature allows users to translate a book page into a different language, with options to change the language by selecting from a list [(00:15:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=905s). ## Text to Speech [(00:15:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=924s) - Text-to-speech functionality is available inside the Neo reader, allowing users to listen to ebooks by tapping on the screen and selecting the [[Speech synthesis | TTS]] option [(00:15:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=926s). - To listen to an ebook, users can select the play option, and the device will start reading the text aloud [(00:15:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=939s). - The text-to-speech feature can be customized by selecting the settings icon, which allows users to modify text-to-speech options [(00:15:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=951s). - Users can also utilize third-party apps, such as Audible, for audiobooks in addition to the device's built-in text-to-speech functionality [(00:15:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=959s). ## Other Specs [(00:16:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=964s) - The [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C has a fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button [(00:16:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=966s). - The device features a micro SD card slot, allowing users to extend the memory up to 2 terabytes [(00:16:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=971s). - The screen size of the tablet is 10.3 inches [(00:16:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=977s). - The tablet is equipped with a microphone and speakers, with two speakers located on one side [(00:16:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=984s). - The Boox Note Air4 C runs on [[Android 13]], with 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage space [(00:16:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=989s). ## Auto Sleep [(00:16:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=996s) - Auto sleep allows users to set their device to never turn off the screen, keeping the current content visible even when the device is in standby mode [(00:16:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=996s). - When Auto sleep is set to never, the device will continue to display the content on the screen [(00:16:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=999s). - This feature enables users to view the content on their screen at all times, without the screen turning off due to inactivity [(00:16:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=1002s). ## Battery Life [(00:16:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=1007s) - The battery life of the [[Onyx Boox | Boox]] Note Air4 C is approximately 10 hours when reading with full brightness [(00:16:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=1010s). - The battery life of the tablet also depends on how it is used, taking into account its Calo three color e-ink display, enhanced performance, and advanced note-taking features [(00:16:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=1018s). - The Boox Note Air4 C offers a unique blend of productivity and creativity, making it a suitable option for those interested in purchasing a color e-ink tablet [(00:17:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJIdFMdqWoQ&t=1027s).