BERLIN – September 09, 2026 -- TCL has introduced the TAB A1 series at IFA 2026, a four-model tablet lineup built around two screen sizes and two distinct display technologies.
The range includes the TCL TAB A1, TCL TAB A1 NXTPAPER, TCL TAB A1 Plus, and TCL TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER. TCL structured the portfolio around screen size and display quality, letting shoppers pick a tablet suited to streaming, reading, studying, or work.
Two screen sizes target different daily routines
The 11-inch TAB A1 models measure 6.2mm thick, run at 2.1K resolution, and support refresh rates up to 90Hz, aimed at users who carry a tablet between home, school, and work. The 12.2-inch TAB A1 Plus models step up to 2.4K resolution, a 3:2 aspect ratio, and refresh rates up to 120Hz, giving more room for split-screen documents, web pages, and films.
Standard and NXTPAPER displays serve different reading habits
Standard Display models are built for everyday streaming and browsing with sharp, fluid screens. NXTPAPER Display models target users who read, study, or work for extended periods, using anti-glare and anti-reflective coatings, hardware-level blue light control, and selectable display modes for visual comfort.
The flagship model adds a dedicated NXTPAPER button
The TCL TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER pairs the 12.2-inch 2.4K NXTPAPER screen with hardware tuned for productivity. A dedicated button switches between three modes: Standard for color multimedia and everyday apps, Color Paper for a softer rendering of illustrated content and browsing, and Ink Paper for focused monochrome reading. Customizable gestures also provide quicker access to AI features, apps, and the NXTPAPER interface.
All four models run Android 16 with Google services
The TAB A1 series combines Google services with productivity features developed by TCL across all four configurations.
TCL confirmed the TAB A1 series will roll out in select European markets, though pricing, colors, configurations, and availability will vary by country and sales channel. Stefan Streit, marketing director at TCL Europe, said the split between two screen sizes and two display experiences is meant to help more people find a tablet that fits naturally into their daily routine.