At about $40, the new PowKiddy X39 certainly looks pretty decent. So let’s do a deep-dive review to see whether this device’s performance and user interface is worth the price of an evening at the movie theater.
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use code “BGRuss06” to bring the price down to $40.99
Coupon expires July 31st, 2022
This new third-party controller has a terrible name but checks nearly every box for me: it plays Switch, PC, and mobile no worries, works on Batocera and EmuELEC without a hitch, has hall-sensor analog inputs for both the thumbsticks and triggers (no drift!), and works both wired and wirelessly. So at $70 (with a $5 coupon on Amazon), could this replace the various controllers I use right now?
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The GPD XP Plus has a hefty spec upgrade from their previous model, making it the most powerful Android-based handheld device today. So let’s take a deep-dive review of the XP+ and see whether it’s going to be worth the investment in today’s environment.
More info here
The Phawx’s review
My original GPD XP review
Android Starter Guide
I got my hands on the new Atomic Purple colorway for the AYN Odin Pro, so let’s take a look at it and see what’s changed from the first-batch black model.
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AYN Odin shipping dashboard
The AYN Loki is now up for pre-order, but the buying process is somewhat confusing, and there are other devices with similar specs on the horizon. In this video we’ll take a look at all the available options, the competition, and what might be best for you.
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This quick guide will walk you through how to add a collection of custom boot logos for the Miyoo Mini, or how to create your own if you’d like.
Buying links:
AliExpress
Amazon (faster shipping)
KeepRetro
Anbernic’s next upcoming device is going to be a budget Windows/SteamOS handheld PC. In this video let’s take a look at the information currently available to see whether this is worth getting excited about.
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Well, it’s certainly cute. The new PowKiddy RGB20S sports a lovely 3.5″ 480p (4:3) display, a nice compact design, and everybody’s favorite chipset, the RK3326. So does its unique features (and a few hidden surprises) make it worth $80? Let’s find out.
Other devices mentioned in the video:
Anbernic RG351V
Anbernic RG280V
Miyoo Mini
PowKiddy RGB10 Max 2
Let’s put together a travel-friendly portable monitor setup for both budget and premium experiences.
** Note that when making the video the Innocn OLED monitor price was $680, but it is currently being sold for $560.
Items used in the review:
Innocn 4K OLED monitor
Innocn also sells a 1080p, non-touch, non-battery OLED monitor for $350
AWOW 1080p LCD monitor
AWOW monitor review video
Note that the AWOW monitor is now sold out, but Innocn makes a similar 1080p LCD portable monitor for $150
Lamicall tablet stand
Lamicall official site
ACEFAST charger (black)
ACEFAST charger (white)
Anbernic’s latest retro handheld device has a nostalgic design and some pretty nice features at a relatively affordable price ($130 introductory price, followed by $140 after the initial launch period). So let’s take a deep-dive review of the RG353P and see if it’s worth picking up.
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Retro Game Corps 