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EmuDeck for Android: Revolutionizing Retro Gaming on Mobile Devices
Whenever someone asks me what are some of the first things I do with a new handheld, it's actually pretty easy. First, I make sure the handheld itself has been updated, but then, I go through and install a few utilities. Naturally, when it comes to something like the...
Controversy and Clones: R33S First Look
When the Miyoo Mini+ and the Anbernic 35XX entered the handheld scene they set off a firestorm of popularity that hardware manufacturers are still racing to cash in on any way they can. Enter Game Console's newest clone entry, the R33S. This entry in the market...
AYANEO Pocket S Approaches: The Stream Before The Stream Before The Preorders
3 months after AYANEO posted their first video teaser for the Pocket S, handheld enthusiasts across the world tuned in for a late-night stream to learn all they can about their latest handheld - only for them to announce that this was not the last stream, there'd be...
PS2, OLED, and a Discount? Anbernic’s RG556 Pre-orders are going live!
Update: Stubbs takes a first look at the RG556 Information about the new Anbernic RG556 has been swirling around the internet. Our first reveal article about it was just 2 weeks ago. There is a ton of speculation on this device, but we are here to tell you it is...
PS Vita 2? Don’t Hold Your Breath
While much of the world is talking about the Apple Vision Pro, those who are always looking for the "next great handheld" were greeted with some potentially exciting news. According to a video from Moore's Law Is Dead, Sony is potentially working on a PS Vita 2, of...
The AYANEO Flip DS and Flip KB Are Finally Available
Ayaneo is Flipping out! Two new beasts from the company in the far east are on the horizon. Do you prefer a keyboard, or a touchscreen?? Details within!
Max 3: PowKiddy’s Next Big Device – 16:9 and RK3566
PowKiddy has a new and “exciting” device on the horizon! The long “awaited” RGB10 Max 3 is upon us and it is going to be…something! Join us as we take a look.
The M18: Better Ergonomics and More Power
It’s vertical, it’s…widescreen…it’s a 3566…or maybe 3288? Huh. Odd. What is it, you ask? Introducing the M18, a new and strange device released recently!
Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Handheld Revealed
Sugar Cubes, they aren’t just for coffee anymore. This handheld swivels and games. Check out this new, odd, interesting device from out of nowhere!
NEW Anbernic RG556 Revealed (Updated!)
Another Anbernic? Has it been a week already? The big A is back with a bigger and better handheld than usual in the form of the RG556. Let’s take a peek, hmm?
CES: Day Three Conclusion
CES had to come to an end at some point, but boy was it fun while it lasted. Let’s wrap up our experience with a recap of the festivities!
CES: Day Two Progress
The second day of CES was captivating and revolutionary. We met some great folks, we saw some cool things, and we even made a few friends. Join us for a recap!
CES: Day One Experience
It’s CES time, folks! The RH Media Crew is in Vegas and ready to research, mingle, and salivate over the newest tech. Join us for the inside info!
The Claws Come Out: An MSI Claw Preview
The MSI Claw is a new contender in the handheld PC arena. Our team takes a first look at this beastly new Steam Deck competitor.
New Analogue Pocket Update
The Analogue Pocket has had its ups and downs, but the recent update is a bright spot. Pop in to find out what firmware 2.0 added to the mix!
Retro Gaming Watch: A Dream Come True
A watch that tells time, connects to your phone, and plays video games?? Is this…heaven? Not exactly. It’s the Retro Gaming Watch, and it could be glorious.
AOKZOE A2 – The Next Big Thing?
Don’t worry, everything is AOKZOE! We peek at the newly announced A2 from a fairly obscure company with an expensive history. Will it be a quality x86 device?
35XX Deja Vu – Going Horizontal
Wait, wait, wait. Anbernic is releasing ANOTHER form of the 35XX? Again?? Yes indeed, it appears so. Here’s what we know so far about the 35XXH!
Retroid Pocket 4, 4 Pro Revealed
Ohhh snap, what time is it?? 4 and 4 Pro o’clock, baby! Retroid revealed the RP4/Pro and our bodies are ready for it. Here is what we know so far!
Funnyplaying FPGA Fun – GBC Approaches
Funnyplaying is up to some funny business with a new affordable way to create your own Gameboy Color clone. Check it out!
NDS, 2DS, 3DS….4DS? Switch 2?
HOLD UP…is Nintendo actually making a successor to the amazing 3DS line? A 4DS? A clamshell with 3 screens? The Switch 2??Sounds too good to be true…right?
11.11 Sales Begin
Well folks it's time for a universally recognized and nationally celebrated holiday - Veteran's Day! Thank you all for your sacrifice and duty, today we honor you. But also, there's also this thing being referred to as 11.11, which is slightly more up our retro...
Steam Deck, OLED, Nuff Said
Well it seems like Gabe is finally getting my emails, I've only sent a few thousand at this point. I tell ya, when that man ghosts you after a lovely first date, he takes it seriously. Anyway, does anyone else feel smacked in the face by that announcement? I don't...
Polycade Sente – Kickstarter Pass or Play?
Have you ever wanted an arcade machine that you can put in your home? Maybe even directly on a wall? Well it seems like you might not be the only one. Polycade has come onto Kickstarter with a new system known as the Polycade system, and at the very least the looks...
Retroid Pocket 2S: Pumping Iron
Do you like metal handhelds? I do. There's just something about a premium metal shell that feels good. It has a heft, a weight, feels a bit like you could use it as an improvised weapon. Plus metal feels nice and cool to the touch, at least before you fire it up and...
A Reveal: The Arc By Anbernic
Remember a few weeks ago when one of our most handsome and witty writers provided you with some teaser information about the Anbernic Arc? Well if you need a refresher, check this out! Now back then, we had VERY little to go on as far as concrete details on the Arc...
Are Intel Handhelds Next on the Horizon?
Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go. Three great big, great to use handhelds. Despite all of their differences in screen, weight, OS, they all have one thing in common: they all use AMD chips. But what if they didn’t all have to use AMD? The 7840U, the 6800U, the...
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 – Enough Power?
When it comes to chipmakers in the handheld market, you can essentially have your pick of what you'd like. Choice of brand, choice of performance, choice of price, and more. One company that's been notably absent from most of this has been Qualcomm. Their chips have...
Another Miyoo Mini V4 Drop – Is it For You?
What was the biggest handheld hit of 2022? That's right- one of the smaller devices of the year: the Miyoo Mini. It didn't matter what you threw into the handheld scene; 503, 353V, and X39s all ended up being compared to the Miyoo Mini for size and value. And now here...
The AYN Odin 2 Approaches
Hi there, welcome, step into my time machine. Let's go back a couple of years to when we first started hearing about this new company Ayn and their Odin handheld. In the midst of a retro handheld market still saturated in 3326 handhelds barely able to handle N64 or...