I've been on the lookout for small-ish eReaders, and while Boox Palma is a great fit, it is unfortunately too expensive as a starter to this space.
So, I've decided on two fun devices:
1. Xiaomi InkPalm Mini
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It has no camera or SIM, it is pretty much just an eReader that also happens to run Android.
2. Famue Mini
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Just a DAP player with an eInk screen. Might not buy this, but looks cute.
My question is, has anybody bought anything similar before? What are the chances that we have to pay customs? Isn't India's custom duties cost basically mean we have to pay 100% the price of the device, effectively doubling its rate? That would be a deal-breaker.
Are there any stores here that sell eInk devices aside from Kobo and Kindle?
Also, on this topic. What are some available options if I want a small phone, preferably under a screen size of 5.5" or under 6" in the worst case? I'd like to avoid Sony Xperias since they're tall, but I love their devices anyway
It's cheaper on AliExpress:
I'm thinking of using a package forwarding service. Are there any that ship from Singapore to India? Since, while searching the forum, it seem that packages from Singapore has a good chance of not having custom duties applied on them.
Are there ways businesses could get it shipped without customs? If so, I could try asking some known brand around. I was thinking of buying server racks too, so that would be helpful if I could go through a business instead haha
So, I've decided on two fun devices:
1. Xiaomi InkPalm Mini
Xiaomi InkPalm 5 Mini e-reader with English
The InkPalm 5 e-Reader packs a 5.2-inch screen with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels and a pixel density of 284 ppi. The device weighs just 115 grams and is as thin as 6.9mm. It is very convenient to carry and can be easily fit your pocket. The InkPalm 5 e-Reader employs an 5.2 inch E INK Carta...
goodereaderstore.com
It has no camera or SIM, it is pretty much just an eReader that also happens to run Android.
2. Famue Mini
Famue Mini e-Reader and Audiobook Player
Display screen: 3.52 inches, 240 * 360 Bluetooth version: Bluetooth 5.3 TF card expansion: ≤ 128GB (FAT32 format) Audio formats: MP3/FLAC/AAC/WAV/APE/WMA Recording format: MP3, WAV EBook format: TXT Battery capacity: 850mAh/3.7V lithium battery Product weight: approximately 88g Charging...
goodereaderstore.com
Just a DAP player with an eInk screen. Might not buy this, but looks cute.
My question is, has anybody bought anything similar before? What are the chances that we have to pay customs? Isn't India's custom duties cost basically mean we have to pay 100% the price of the device, effectively doubling its rate? That would be a deal-breaker.
Are there any stores here that sell eInk devices aside from Kobo and Kindle?
Also, on this topic. What are some available options if I want a small phone, preferably under a screen size of 5.5" or under 6" in the worst case? I'd like to avoid Sony Xperias since they're tall, but I love their devices anyway
It's cheaper on AliExpress:
I'm thinking of using a package forwarding service. Are there any that ship from Singapore to India? Since, while searching the forum, it seem that packages from Singapore has a good chance of not having custom duties applied on them.
Are there ways businesses could get it shipped without customs? If so, I could try asking some known brand around. I was thinking of buying server racks too, so that would be helpful if I could go through a business instead haha
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