Some of Xteink’s credit card-sized e-readers are losing their best feature
Xteink is restricting the ability to install third-party firmware on some of its credit card-sized e-readers, such as the X3 and X4, depending on region and retailer, citing safety and user experience concerns. The company claims these restrictions apply only to certain markets and not to overseas versions purchased through its official website. Users have reported issues with device recognition when attempting firmware updates, prompting backlash from the tech-savvy community.
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