TCL has officially unveiled the TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER at CES 2026, a new intelligent E-Note designed to bridge the gap between traditional paper and modern digital productivity. Leveraging the company’s latest NXTPAPER Pure Display technology alongside a suite of AI-powered tools, the Note A1 NXTPAPER targets professionals, students, creatives, and anyone who spends long hours reading, writing, or sketching on a screen.

The idea is simple but ambitious: deliver the natural comfort of paper while retaining the intelligence, flexibility, and connectivity of a modern smart device.

NXTPAPER Pure: A Display Built for the Eyes

At the heart of the Note A1 NXTPAPER is TCL’s NXTPAPER Pure display, a refinement of the NXTPAPER technology first introduced in 2021. Unlike conventional LCD or OLED panels, NXTPAPER Pure is engineered specifically for E-Note use cases, focusing on eye comfort and reflection-free clarity.

The 120Hz panel delivers smooth visuals while remaining flicker-free, and it carries TÜV eye comfort certification. Harmful blue light is reduced to just 2.44%, earning SGS certification, making it well-suited for extended reading or note-taking sessions. With support for 16.7 million colours, adaptive brightness, and a matte, paper-like finish, the display offers a rare combination of visual depth and reduced eye strain across different lighting conditions.

Writing That Feels Like the Real Thing

TCL pairs the display with the T-Pen Pro stylus, designed to closely replicate the feel of a pen or pencil on paper. The stylus supports 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, ultra-low latency of under 5 milliseconds, and dual-tip functionality, including an eraser.

Certified for “Pencil-Like Writing,” the experience focuses on realistic resistance and texture, making it suitable for everything from quick handwritten notes to detailed sketches and diagrams. For users who rely on handwriting as part of their workflow, this level of precision is a key selling point.

AI Tools That Actually Add Value

Beyond hardware, TCL is leaning heavily into AI-driven productivity. The Note A1 NXTPAPER includes built-in tools for real-time transcription, translation, and automated meeting summaries, helping streamline note-taking during lectures or meetings.

Writing-focused features such as AI Rewrite and Writing Assist aim to improve clarity and structure, while handwriting-to-text conversion, formula recognition, and handwriting beautification help bridge the gap between analog input and digital output. TCL’s Inspiration Space acts as a central hub for ideas, sketches, and notes, keeping creative work organised and accessible.

Slim Design, Long Battery Life

Despite its large display and productivity focus, the Note A1 NXTPAPER remains impressively slim. The device features a 5.5mm aluminium unibody, weighs 500 grams, and houses an 8,000mAh battery capable of lasting several days on a single charge.

Storage is generous at 256GB, with support for cross-device transfers and cloud sharing via popular platforms. Connectivity options include LAN, Bluetooth, cloud services, and email sharing, making it easy to move content between devices.

An eight-microphone array with intelligent noise reduction and directional pickup further supports transcription accuracy and remote collaboration.

Accessories and Workstation Potential

TCL also offers optional accessories, including a flip case and a keyboard case, allowing the Note A1 NXTPAPER to double as a lightweight workstation. This flexibility positions it as more than just a digital notebook—it’s a hybrid productivity tool designed for both creative and professional workflows.

Availability

The TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER is available now, with early adopter discounts offered via Kickstarter. More details can be found on TCL’s official product page.

Key Specifications at a Glance

• Display: NXTPAPER Pure, 120Hz, TÜV-certified eye comfort, SGS-certified HEV blue light at 2.44%, paper-like clarity

• Stylus: T-Pen Pro with dual-tip design, eraser, 8,192 pressure levels, <5ms latency

• AI Features: Handwriting-to-text, real-time transcription and translation, summarisation, writing assist, handwriting beautification, formula recognition, Inspiration AI

• Battery: 8,000mAh for multi-day use

• Design: 5.5mm ultra-slim aluminium body, 500g

• Storage: 256GB with cloud and cross-device sharing

• Audio: Eight-microphone array with intelligent noise reduction

• Accessories: Flip case and keyboard cover (optional)