TCL has launched the Note A1 tablet for global markets, presenting it as a digital note-taking and reading tool that mimics the texture of paper while preserving the adaptability of a conventional LCD screen. Instead of E Ink technology, the Note A1 uses TCL’s proprietary NxtPaper display, which is designed to reduce eye strain while maintaining color performance and responsiveness.
The tablet boasts an 11.5-inch anti-glare LCD panel capable of displaying 16.7 million colors. TCL’s NxtPaper technology reduces blue light exposure, eliminates screen flickering, and gives the screen a matte finish to create a more paper-like viewing experience. This method enables users to read, write, and browse content for longer periods of time with improved visual comfort while still benefiting from full-color support and smooth refresh rates.
The Note A1 focuses heavily on stylus input. The tablet includes a stylus with dual tips and an integrated eraser, allowing for fast writing, sketching, and drawing. Handwritten notes can be turned into digital text, and the device includes AI-powered tools for note summarization, voice transcription, and smart content search. These features are designed to support productivity tasks such as meetings, lectures, and creative work.
In order to ensure clear sound during video calls or voice recordings, an array of eight microphones handles audio capture. Along with syncing files to cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive, the tablet has speech-to-text capabilities.
Regarding design, the Note A1 weighs 500 g (1.10 lbs) and has dimensions of 260.1 x 196.5 x 5.5 mm (10.2 x 7.73 x 0.2″). Wireless display casting, a magnetic pogo pin connector for an optional keyboard accessory, and a fingerprint sensor are all included. A circular front button and a single rear camera round out the design, while a thicker bezel on one side enhances one-handed use.
TCL has not yet disclosed details about the processor, memory, or storage. The tablet is expected to run Android and support multitasking features such as split-screen mode. The Note A1 will be offered through a Kickstarter campaign, with pricing starting at $419.
Filed in . Read more about Android Tablets and Tcl.
