Hisense A10: The E Ink Phone That Lets You Snap On (or Off) a Color Screen

After a roughly three-year pause, Hisense has officially announced the A10, a dual-display e-ink smartphone with a genuinely novel twist: the secondary color LCD panel is magnetic and detachable . Announced in mid-July 2026, the A10 is designed for heavy readers who still want a capable smartphone on hand — and who may not want to carry two separate devices .

The Big Idea: A Modular Dual-Display Design

Unlike competing e-ink phones such as the Bigme Hibreak Dual 2, which integrates a fixed secondary screen, the back panel of the A10 is held on by magnets . Snap it on for color apps, videos, comics, and social media. Peel it off, and the phone becomes a slim, lightweight monochrome e-ink device optimized for reading and battery life .

Key caveat: The color back panel is an optional accessory sold separately. Buyers can choose a single-screen (e-ink only) version . Hisense confirmed this in social media comments, noting that the LCD back screen is a magnetic add-on .

Specifications at a Glance

Spec	Detail	Source
Main display	6.13-inch monochrome E Ink panel, paper-like, front-lit
Secondary display	Detachable color LCD, magnetic rear attachment (sold separately)
Chipset	4nm octa-core Qualcomm processor (likely Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 per The Gadgeteer; not officially confirmed)
OS	Android 16
Connectivity	5G full-netcom (全网通), Wi-Fi 6
Cameras	Supports 4K video with HDR; front-lit display for night viewing

Display size note: Early June 2026 rumors pointed to a 7-inch Carta 1300 panel , but the official announcement specifies a 6.13-inch display . The earlier figure appears to be from inaccurate pre-announcement leaks.

Expected Pricing and Availability

The A10 is expected to launch in China at roughly CNY 3,999 (about $590 USD) . As of the announcement window, no official final price or global availability has been confirmed.

Who Is It For?

According to Hisense, the A10 targets heavy readers, students, people with eye sensitivity, and light-office users . The detachable design is a direct answer to the compromise that has kept e-ink phones niche: you no longer have to choose between a paper-like reading experience and a full-color, app-friendly smartphone.

Caveats to Keep in Mind

1. Secondary LCD sold separately – the color back panel is not included with the base model .
2. Chipset not fully confirmed – reports agree on a 4nm octa-core Qualcomm, but the exact model is unconfirmed .
3. Pricing is an estimate – CNY 3,999 is a widely cited but unconfirmed figure .
4. First launch in China only – no global rollout plans have been announced .