by Jim Gray | Aug 26, 2025 | News
In 2026, Google will implement a new policy that is all but guaranteed to hit the emulation community hard (albeit slowly at first). Starting with next year’s mainline Android releases, Google will be blocking sideloading of unverified Android apps. The updated... 
by Jim Gray | Aug 26, 2025 | News
MagicX started as a quaint newcomer to the game, hitting the scene with a couple of cute micro-handhelds and, more recently, the first DS-focused emulation handheld to hit the scene, the MagicX Zero40. Since then, they’ve been on a streak, releasing details for... 
by Shawn Wilkins | Aug 26, 2025 | News
Retroid has announced that its upcoming Dual Screen Add-on does not work with the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro due to its MediaTek chipset. The announcement comes a few days after Retroid had already begun shipping its Dual Screen Add-on to those who preordered one back in... 
by andrew | Aug 24, 2025 | Features, News
Welcome to the latest edition of Retro Handhelds Weekly. This week, we saw a bunch of news in the world of hardware and software. Our writing team continues to be on an absolute tear, and there’s even a surprise or two sprinkled in! So sit back, grab a cup of coffee,... 
by Jim Gray | Aug 22, 2025 | News
It’s coming. In an announcement on the official Xbox blog, Microsoft and ASUS detailed their new handheld collaborations, the ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X, on October 16th, 2025. These handhelds promise a seamless, console-like Xbox... 
by Shawn Wilkins | Aug 22, 2025 | News
AYANEO sub-brand KONKR has revealed the price for its upcoming Pocket Fit. The device is the first showcase from the company after announcing the new KONKR branding for more “budget-friendly” options within retro handhelds. AYANEO has steadily released consoles over...