When TCL unveiled the NXTPAPER 70 Pro at MWC 2026, we reported that the phone was heading to the US in April. This day is here. The NXTPAPER 70 Pro is now officially available from T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile for $199.99, which is about half of what buyers in Europe pay for the same phone.
The T-Mobile carrier exclusive contract likely explains the subsidy, but regardless of the reason, it’s an offer you shouldn’t miss.
The main feature is NXTPAPER 4.0, TCL’s proprietary eye-friendly display technology. The 6.9-inch FHD+ 120Hz panel reduces glare, reduces blue light emissions up to 3.41%, eliminates flicker, and even features an ultra-low 1-nit brightness mode for nighttime scrolling.
What are the three display modes and why are they important?
There is a dedicated NXTPAPER key on the phone. With a single touch you can switch between three display modes. Color Paper mode is suitable for everyday applications such as streaming, surfing and photography.
Ink Paper mode softens reading during longer reading sessions and reduces glare and distractions. Max Ink mode goes to the extreme, transforming the display into something akin to an e-reader experience, but without the sluggishness that comes with true e-ink screens.
The phone also supports the T-Pen stylus, so you can take notes, sketch ideas or annotate documents directly on the comfortable display.
Is the rest of the phone worth your money?
I think so. Under the hood, the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 powers the smartphone, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The 5,200mAh battery will comfortably last all day, and with 33W fast charging, it shouldn’t take long to charge.
On the camera side, there is a 50MP main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 32MP front camera for video calls and selfies. It’s nothing special, but you get your money’s worth.
Previously, NXTPAPER smartphones were not available in the US. Now TCL has not only fixed the problem, but has also managed to offer the phone for $199.99, compared to around $320 in Europe for the base model.
