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How to Read and Annotate EPUB Files on BOOX Palma (2026 Guide)

The BOOX Palma (released 2023, updated through 2025–2026) is a 6.13-inch Android E Ink device in a phone-sized form factor. It is the first mainstream E Ink device designed explicitly for one-handed pocket carry — with physical side buttons for page-turning, a 300 ppi monochrome display, and the full Android 11 app ecosystem. For EPUB reading, you can use the built-in NeoReader, install KOReader from the Play Store, or use any preferred Android reader app.

BOOX Palma specifications

Spec	Detail
Screen	6.13-inch E Ink Carta 1200, 300 ppi, monochrome
Form factor	Phone-sized; 157 × 80 × 8.0 mm, 170 g
Buttons	Physical page-turn buttons on right side; volume/custom buttons
Storage	128 GB internal; microSD up to 1 TB
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 5.0; USB-C; NFC
OS	Android 11 with BOOX UI
Battery	3950 mAh; weeks per charge in reading mode

How to get EPUBs onto your BOOX Palma

Method 1: USB-C cable

Connect the Palma to your computer via USB-C.
Select File Transfer (MTP) mode on the device.
Open the device in Finder or File Explorer and navigate to Books/.
Drag your EPUB files into the folder and disconnect. NeoReader indexes them automatically.

Method 2: BOOX Push (cloud sync)

Open the BOOX app on your phone or log into the BOOX web portal.
Upload your EPUB to the Push library.
On the Palma, pull down the notification shade and tap Sync. The EPUB downloads over Wi-Fi.

Method 3: Android apps

Install Dropbox, Google Drive, Calibre Companion, or any cloud storage app from the Play Store. Open EPUBs directly from the app — they launch in NeoReader or your default reader.

Choosing your EPUB reader app

NeoReader (built-in)

The native BOOX reader. Supports highlights, typed notes, custom fonts, page refresh mode, and dark mode. The physical side buttons work as page-turn buttons in NeoReader out of the box.

KOReader

Available via the Play Store or direct APK. Offers more typography control, Calibre wireless sync, dictionary lookup, and OPDS access. The physical buttons require a one-time key-binding setup in KOReader settings.

Moon+ Reader Pro

A polished Android EPUB reader with TTS, extensive theme options, and a large plugin ecosystem. Buttons map as page-turn keys automatically on the Palma.

One-handed reading tips

Assign the upper side button to previous page and lower to next page in NeoReader Settings → Buttons.
Use the Split Screen feature (BOOX sidebar) to run a dictionary or notes app alongside your reader.
Set screen refresh to Regal mode for faster, lower-contrast page turns in long reading sessions.

Converting PDFs to EPUB for the Palma

Fixed-layout PDFs do not reflow on the Palma's 6.13-inch screen. Converting to EPUB first gives you readable, flowing text at any font size:

Upload your PDF at toolkit.bot.
Click Convert and download the EPUB.
Transfer via USB-C or BOOX Push.

Frequently asked questions

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Can the BOOX Palma open EPUB files natively?: Yes. The built-in NeoReader app supports EPUB directly. You can also install KOReader, Moon+ Reader, or any Android reader app from the Play Store for additional options.
How do I transfer an EPUB to my BOOX Palma?: Connect via USB-C and drag the EPUB to the Books folder, use BOOX Push cloud sync, or install Dropbox/Google Drive from the Play Store and open files directly.
Can I annotate EPUB files on the BOOX Palma?: Yes. NeoReader supports text highlights and typed notes. The Palma has no stylus, so annotation is touch-only — long-press to select text, then tap Highlight or Note.
Is the BOOX Palma good for reading in one hand?: Yes. At 6.13 inches and 170 g, the Palma is designed for single-hand use. The physical page-turn buttons on the side make one-handed reading very comfortable.
Can I use the BOOX Palma as a regular phone?: The Palma runs Android and has Wi-Fi but no cellular radio — it cannot make calls or use a SIM card. It is an E Ink reading device, not a phone replacement.