The DragonBox Pyra is a handheld computer designed to run Linux-based software and which includes a QWERTY keyboard and built-in game controllers allowing you to use it for work or play. At least that’s the idea… but getting your hands on one has been challenging. The Pyra has been in development for years and went […]
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TinyNES is a compact game console that plays NES cartridges using the same chips as the original
1 Comment on TinyNES is a compact game console that plays NES cartridges using the same chips as the originalThere’s no shortage of ways to play classic Nintendo games these days, but most of them rely on emulation and/or illegally downloading game ROMS from the internet. The TinyNES takes a different approach. It’s a brand new micro-console that has the same processors as the original Nintendo Entertainment System, which means it has native support […]
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Lilbits: Analogue Pocket reviews, OxygenOS 12, and Goodbye Google Toolbar
Google Chrome is the most widely used web browser in the world today. But back in December, 2000 Google wasn’t ready to launch its own web browser. So instead the company introduced Google Toolbar, which added a Google Search box and other features to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. It was updated a number of times over […]
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Analogue Pocket handheld game system pre-orders open again December 14
After several delays, the Analogue Pocket handheld game console is finally set to begin shipping to customers on December 13, as promised. But that’s just for customers who have already pre-ordered one for $200. Analogue has now announced that folks who didn’t get in on the first round of pre-orders will get another chance starting […]
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Analogue Pocket handheld game system begins shipping December 13
The Analogue Pocket is a $200 handheld game system designed for playing classic games… cartridges and all. First announced more than two years ago, the Pocket was originally supposed to begin shipping to customers earlier this year… but due to global supply chain issues the ship date was pushed back several times. Now the wait […]
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This Amiga 500 replica is coming in 2022 for $140
A few years ago Retro Games Ltd brought to market a functional miniature replica of the classic Commodore 64 computer. The company followed up a year alter with a full-sized C64 clone. So what’s next? An Amiga 500 replica. It’s called THEA500 Mini, and it’s basically a scale model of the Amiga’s 34-year-old computer, complete […]
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microByte is an open hardware tiny handheld game console for $45 and up during crowdfunding
1 Comment on microByte is an open hardware tiny handheld game console for $45 and up during crowdfundingThe microByte is a pocket-sized game console with a tiny display, game controllers, a speaker, and microSD card reader for storage. It supports several emulators, allowing you to play classic games on the system. And it’s an open hardware project – the firmware, PCB design files and schematics, and other documentation are all available to […]
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Nintendo Game & Watch hacking scene brings Pokémon, CHIP-8 and more to the $50 handheld
4 Comments on Nintendo Game & Watch hacking scene brings Pokémon, CHIP-8 and more to the $50 handheldThe Nintendo Super Mario Bros Game & Watch is a $50 handheld game console designed to run just three games. But Nintendo’s latest retro console has proven to be hackable… at least by folks with the necessary skills and hardware. Launched this fall as an homage to Nintendo handhelds from the 80s, the new Game […]
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RG280V is a tiny handheld retro game console
Anbernic makes a variety of retro game systems that tend to sell for around $100 or less, including models designed to plug into a TV and handheld game consoles. The upcoming Anbernic RG280V is the company’s smallest handheld game console to date, but it still has a reasonably large display and buttons that look large enough […]
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Lilbits 392: Dell XPS 17, Google Pixel Buds 2, and a DIY handheld gaming PC
It’s no secret that Dell is planning to launch an XPS 17 laptop with a svelte design (as well as a Precision 5750 model aimed at professional). But it looks like someone at Dell France jumped the gun and set a website for the upcoming laptop live a little early. The page is gone now, […]