:

BOOX LAUNCHES TAPPY, A TWO-BUTTON BLUETOOTH REMOTE

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
SAT, MAY 9, 2026

■ AI-SUMMARIZED FROM 1 SOURCE ▸ TIMELINE

Boox has released Tappy, a minimalist wireless remote that extends beyond page-turning to offer broader control across e-readers, tablets, and smartphones. The device is available now for $25.99.

The Tappy functions as a compact alternative to Kobo's page-turning remote, with two buttons that handle multiple tasks. While designed for Boox hardware, it connects via Bluetooth to various devices. Beyond standard page navigation, Tappy enables vertical scrolling in browsers and social media apps, plus audio track skipping for music and audiobook playback. The dual-button design prioritizes simplicity over complexity, appealing to users seeking distraction-free reading experiences. Boox positions the device as a productivity accessory for its growing ecosystem of e-ink tablets and readers. The $25.99 price point undercuts specialized alternatives while maintaining accessibility. The remote is available through Boox's official online store and Amazon, with immediate availability for early adopters interested in wireless control beyond traditional e-reader interactions.

■ SOURCES

The Verge

■ SUMMARY WRITTEN BY AI FROM THE LINKS ABOVE

■ MORE FROM THE HARDWARE DESK

Meta's Ray-Ban smartglasses have sold over 7 million units in 2025, but the wearables face growing criticism over nonconsensual recording and data collection despite strong user adoption.

7H AGOIndustry Desk

Viture has unveiled the Pro 2, its lightest and most comfortable smartglasses to date, priced at $299. The company also released a compact Mobile Dock Mini accessory for $99.

10H AGOIndustry Desk

Samsung's latest Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8 are tracking to break all previous Z-series pre-order records, with demand up 30% year-over-year.

15H AGOIndustry Desk

D-Wave, known for quantum annealers, is now developing gate-based quantum hardware using dual-rail qubits and has successfully demonstrated entanglement in the new architecture.

21H AGOAI Desk

■ SUBSCRIBE TO THE DAILY BRIEF

ONE EMAIL, 5 STORIES, 06:00 UTC. UNSUBSCRIBE ANYTIME.