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Why I recommend this budget phone with a paper-like screen over 'minimalist' devices

The TCL 60 XE Nxtpaper 5G is an affordable Android that stands out for its unique screen, but there are trade-offs for its low price.

While far from perfect, and definitely a device built to a price, it brings a differentiator that will matter for some users looking to give their eyes a rest while they scroll or read. Ink Paper Mode goes one step further, stripping color from icons and text for a no-frills grayscale approach, while still delivering the full unencumbered Android experience. Max Ink Mode is the most dramatic change, stripping all color while also limiting apps to a small subset of essentials and suspending certain background processes.

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