Xteink's e-readers now use proprietary magnetic USB cable
Xteink has updated its line of compact e-readers to feature a proprietary magnetic pogo pin connector for charging and syncing, replacing the traditional USB-C port. The latest model, the X4 Classic (also known as X4 V2), is priced at $79 and includes an upgraded 920mAh battery but sacrifices the versatility of a standard USB-C connection. This shift to proprietary connectors aligns with other models in the lineup such as the X3 and X4 Pro, which already use similar magnetic charging solutions. The change may inconvenience users who rely on universal cables for multiple devices or prefer faster data transfer speeds via USB-C. The move reflects a broader trend among some tech companies toward using proprietary hardware to differentiate products and potentially increase customer dependency.
