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September 24, 2026

ARC X1 Packs a 120Hz Screen and 9,300mAh Battery Into an Android Handheld

The X1 handheld gaming device uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 Gaming Platform with 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB. It features a 7-inch 120Hz display and OwlOS software for a controller-first interface. The device also includes TMR sticks for precise control and a 9,300mAh battery for long gaming sessions. The price for the X1 is ₹29,500 for the Community Batch Drop, with reservations starting in October 2027.

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September 10, 2026

Anbernic RG 55G1 Targets Retro Players With Snapdragon and 1080p Screen

Anbernic RG 55G1 is a new Android handheld with a Qualcomm Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 processor and a 5.5-inch full-HD display. It is priced at 9.99 in the United States and offers options for players seeking a larger screen and more power than entry-level retro consoles.

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August 14, 2026

KONKR Pocket Advance Review: A Superb $89 Starter Android Handheld

- KONKR Pocket Advance specifications include a 3.5" LCD display, MediaTek Helio G90T CPU, 3GB or 4GB RAM, 32GB or 64GB storage, 4,000mAh battery, active cooling fan, Android 12, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, microSD card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, dual speakers, rotor vibration motor, gyroscope, and available in navy, coral, and grey colors. - The device is designed to resemble the original GAME BOY Advance with modern enhancements while maintaining a nostalgic design. - The display is a 3.5" LCD with a resolution of 960 x 640 and an aspect ratio of 3:2, suitable for upscaling GBA games by 4x. - The device has a textured matte feel, no metal or glass, and features soft, quiet buttons with a premium feel. - The Pocket Advance has a large Micro SD card slot, two speaker grills, USB-C charging port, 3.5mm headphone jack, and volume wheel. - The device runs on Android, offers good emulation performance for consoles like PlayStation 1, GAME BOY Advance, SEGA Game Gear, and SEGA Mega Drive. - Battery life ranges from 4 to 10 hours, with an average of around 6 hours. - The KONKR Pocket Advance is compared to the RG34XX and Pocket Air Mini, offering a competitive price, good build quality, and performance for retro emulation.

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August 6, 2026

Mangmi Air Y Makes Android Retro Gaming Cheaper

Mangmi announced the release of the Air Y series, with pre-orders starting at .99. The base model comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage, while the Pro model has a Snapdragon 865 processor. The 4.2-inch 4:3 screen is designed for retro gaming. Buyers should consider the specs and performance before making a purchase.

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July 11, 2026

Mangmi announced Air Y and Air Y Pro

Mangmi announces new vertical handheld consoles called Air Y and Air Y Pro, which will have different numbers of joysticks, a Qualcomm processor, and minimal bezels around the screen.