The Xteink X3, a smaller and thinner e-reader from the company's X4, has been released with several improvements, including improved software, simplified buttons, and an improved magnetic mount on the back. However, the X3's compact design comes at a price that is potentially a deal-breaker due to its lack of a USB-C port and unusual magnetic connection. The X3 is a millimeter thinner, a few millimeters narrower, and over half an inch shorter than the X4. Despite its 3.7-inch E Ink display, the reading experience remains the same and depends on the comfort of focusing on a small screen. Despite improvements in software and functionality, the UI is still frequently frustrating and the software is limited.