This new smartphone lets you snap on a second display when you actually need it

Q: What functions can the detachable color LCD on the back handle (video, apps, motion) according to the article?

According to the article, the detachable color LCD on the back can be used for video, apps, and anything that requires color and motion. The A10's main E Ink display handles static, low-power tasks while the magnetic color screen provides the color and motion capabilities.

Q: What price and launch market does the article report for the Hisense A10, and is US availability confirmed?

The article reports the Hisense A10 is launching in China for about $600. US availability is not confirmed, as the article says it is unclear if or when it will reach the US.

Q: What user profile or use cases does the article suggest the A10 is best suited for?

The article suggests the A10 is best suited for people who want to distance themselves from constant smartphone distractions while retaining basic connectivity, such as calling and texting. It is aimed at users who value low-eye-strain, long battery life, and a simple, essentials-focused experience rather than a full always-on, always-scrolling color display.

Hisense's A10 pairs an E Ink main display with a detachable color LCD screen, offering a fresh take on smartphone design and everyday usability.

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Jak Connor

Tech and Science Editor

Published Jul 15, 2026 6:31 AM CDT

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TL;DR: Hisense's A10 pairs a 6.13-inch E Ink main display with a detachable magnetic color LCD that snaps onto the back for video and apps; the color module may be sold separately. Designed for low-distraction, long-battery use, the phone targets users who want essentials over constant screen engagement and launches in China at about $600.

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Hisense just dropped a phone that feels like a throwback, but with a modern twist, and while it is admittedly not for the general consumer, the A10 looks like it will be thoroughly enjoyed by those who wish to distance themselves from technology but don't want to sever their connection entirely.

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The Hisense A10 is an E Ink smartphone with a detachable color LCD screen that you can snap on and off at will, with reports citing an insider who said the detachable magnetic screen might not be included with the phone and will be sold separately. It's a novel approach to the screen, and certainly a bold design choice.

The A10's main display is a 6.13-inch E Ink panel, which offers the low-power, glare-free benefits that make e-readers so appealing. But the real highlight is the magnetic color LCD on the back, which can be used for video, apps, and anything that requires color and motion. The two screens communicate, though Hisense hasn't explained how. I suppose if the color screen is sold separately, it would mean the A10 has modular phone add-ons.

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E Ink has become increasingly popular as the easy-on-the-eyes display technology reduces eye strain when reading text, enabling users to maintain focus for longer. The A10 seems built for people who want the essentials without the constant distraction of an always-on, always-scrolling display, as someone with the A10 could take the device with them for a walk or a day out and have access to all the essentials such as calling or texting. Additionally, with the E Ink display, battery life is exceptionally strong.

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What functions can the detachable color LCD on the back handle (video, apps, motion) according to the article?

Question #2

How do the two screens on the A10 communicate or integrate with each other as described in the post?

The article states the A10’s E Ink main display and the detachable magnetic color LCD on the back "communicate," but Hisense has not explained how the two screens integrate or the method of their communication.

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