TCL Expands Tablet Portfolio with Versatile TAB A1 Series at IFA 2026

The new portfolio includes the TCL TAB A1, TAB A1 NXTPAPER, TAB A1 Plus, and TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER. Stefan Streit, Chief Marketing Officer at TCL Europe, noted that the strategy focuses on simplifying consumer choice by matching hardware to usage habits, whether for streaming, academic study, or professional document workflows.

The 11-inch models feature 2.1K resolution and 90Hz refresh rates within a 6.2mm chassis, emphasizing mobility. In contrast, the 12.2-inch Plus variants offer 2.4K resolution, a 3:2 aspect ratio, and 120Hz refresh rates, providing a wider canvas for split-screen multitasking. Across both sizes, the NXTPAPER technology serves as the primary differentiator, incorporating hardware-level blue-light filtering, anti-glare, and anti-reflection treatments to reduce eye strain during extended reading or research sessions.

The flagship TCL TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER includes a dedicated physical key for toggling between display modes: Standard for vibrant media, Color Paper for illustrated content, and Ink Paper for monochrome focus. All models ship with Android 16, integrating native Google services with proprietary TCL productivity tools. While the series is slated for select European markets, specific regional pricing and hardware configurations will be finalized at the local level by individual sales channels.