# Digital Note-Taking Tablets Onyx International Releases a Cheaper Monochrome E-Paper Tablet Option By Kanesa D | Published 2023-12-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-international References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/mobile-technology/onyx-boox-note-air3-monochrome/) & [boox](https://www.boox.com/)  [Onyx International](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ereader) has expanded its [ePaper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-ink-epaper-trackpad) tablet lineup with the monochrome Note Air3, catering to users who prefer traditional black-and-white displays. The 10.3-inch E Ink Carta 1200 touchscreen offers a resolution of 1,404 x 1,872 pixels, providing a pen-and-paper feel with a warm/cold front light for versatile use in various lighting conditions. The device runs on Android 12, powered by a 2.4 GHz octa-core processor, 5 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of storage, with microSD expansion available. Equipped with Bluetooth and dual-band Wi-Fi, the Note Air3 boasts a slim profile at 5.8 mm and weighs 15.9 oz. Priced at $399.99, this [monochrome ePaper tablet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boox-go-6) offers an affordable option for those seeking a distraction-free digital notepad. Image Credit: Onyx International ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Black-and-white E-paper Displays:** The emergence of black-and-white e-paper displays provides a unique pen-and-paper feel for digital note-taking. - **Versatile Lighting Conditions:** The inclusion of warm/cold front light in digital note-taking tablets allows for adaptable use in various lighting situations. - **Affordable Distraction-free Notepads:** The availability of affordable monochrome ePaper tablets offers a cost-effective option for those seeking a distraction-free digital notepad. ### Where This Applies - **Electronics Manufacturing:** The development of digital note-taking tablets presents opportunities for companies in the electronics manufacturing industry to cater to the growing demand for innovative e-paper displays. - **Software Development:** Software developers can explore new possibilities in creating applications and optimizing user experiences for digital note-taking tablets with black-and-white e-paper displays. - **Education Technology:** The adoption of affordable distraction-free notepads in educational settings opens up opportunities for the education technology industry to enhance digital learning experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Thin E-Note Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-go-103.md) - [Multi-Position eInk Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-note-air4-c.md) - [Textbook-Sized eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-note-air3.md) - [Low-Power E-Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-book-nova-air2.md) - [Notepad-Replacing E Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketbook-inkpad-x-pro.md) - [Ultra-Thin E-Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-note-air2-plus.md) - [Color E-Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boox-note-air-5c.md) - [Full-Color Notebook-Like eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-nova-air-c.md) - [Full-Size E-Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanvon-n10-e-ink-tablet.md)