Published on: 2025-06-08 20:17:33
Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Retroid made a cryptic post linking to a song titled “Two Heads Are Better Than One.” Fans have been clamoring for a dual-screened handheld for years, and this might finally be it. Recent releases like the Pocket Flip 2 have proven there’s interest in unique form factors. Earlier today we got our first look at ANBERNIC’s Xperia Play-like sliding handheld the RG Slide, but Retroid has now swooped in to steal the limelight with a single cryptic post linkin
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Retroid Pocket Classic The Retroid Pocket Classic features a new chipset with exceptional retro gaming performance for the price. Combined with the best screen in the biz, this is the new vertical handheld to beat. The Retroid Pocket Classic feels like it took second string to the Pocket Flip 2 when they were both announced earlier this year. The Game Boy-esque handheld was tucked away in the back of the promotion image, and details didn’t emerge until weeks later. Sure, some of that was due t
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Retroid Pocket Flip 2 The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is an exceptionally versatile device, with just enough performance for PS2, GameCube, and Dreamcast emulation. It's not the most comfortable to use, but the compact clamshell design nails the retro vibe. There are three home consoles that truly define my adolescence: The Sega Dreamcast, Sony PlayStation 2, and Nintendo GameCube. They were released in a few short years from 1998 to 2001, and to me, they represent the tipping point from retro to mod
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Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR The Retroid Pocket Mini V2 is now available for purchase. It features a new AMOLED screen without the resolution issues of the initial release. It costs $199 and ships this week, with a $10 discount for a limited time. Retroid’s latest Pocket Flip 2 and Pocket Classic handhelds might be getting all the attention, but its previous release is still a fan favorite for anyone looking for a truly pocketable retro gaming handheld. The Retroid Pocket Mini is
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The worldwide masses who jumped through hoops to preorder a $450 Switch 2 before its June 5 launch date prove Nintendo is as strong as ever—if not stronger. You don’t need a crystal ball to predict that the hybrid handheld/home console will be difficult to buy, and we know that the FOMO is going to hit hard when everybody is racing as the cow in Mario Kart World. But there are tons of alternative handhelds that can sate your gaming appetite if you can’t snag a Switch 2. You just need to know whe
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-08-07 20:10:12
TL;DR Handheld console emulators are being hit hard by recent tariffs. Retroid earlier announced some big limitations in shipping options for US customers. The company now shares the path forward it’s worked out for US orders. Like basically every other corner of the global economy, the retro gaming handheld market is under assault from the current US administration’s ill-conceived tariffs. Multiple manufacturers have been forced to pause shipping and rethink their entire product strategy as
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Retroid TL;DR Retroid appears to be shipping US Pocket Flip 2 and Classic pre-orders ahead of other countries. Retroid has not officially announced this policy, but the evidence is overwhelming. Shipments from China to the US will stop on April 25, so only a few days remain to fulfill pre-orders. The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 and Pocket Classic are two of the most hyped retro gaming handhelds to come out so far this year, but the budding trade war between the US and China has thrown a red shell
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Retroid TL;DR Retroid has begun shipping the Pocket Classic handheld after months of preorder anticipation. Retroid has announced that US orders in Teal, Kiwi, and Berry colors will face indefinite delays due to the upcoming cessation of shipments from China. Affected US buyers have been urged to change their orders as soon as possible. After months of teasers, previews, and preorder buzz, the Retroid Pocket Classic is finally making its way into customers’ hands. However, some US buyers ris
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TL;DR Retroid Pocket Flip 2 pre-orders will begin shipping on April 13, and Classic pre-orders begin shipping on April 16. The company has promised to have all pre-orders shipped by May 2. Duties will take effect on May 2, nearly doubling the effective price of each handheld. Retroid’s latest handhelds are nearly ready to ship, at least for anyone brave enough to pre-order. Retroid Pocket Flip 2 pre-orders will begin shipping on April 13, and Retroid Pocket Classic pre-orders start shipping a
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Retroid TL;DR The Retroid Pocket Classic will have a Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 processor, a new chip designed for gaming handhelds. The new line of chips was announced today, which explains Retroid’s hesitation in revealing the full specs. This chip does not support video out, explaining one of the strangest omissions of the new device. Pre-orders for the Classic open tonight at 9:30 PM ET, starting at $114. Retroid has slowly revealed the specs and design of the upcoming Pocket Classic over the
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-10-13 23:00:19
TL;DR Qualcomm announced that Retroid’s next flagship handheld will have one of its new gaming chipsets. The Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 will be a significant upgrade for what will likely be the Retroid Pocket 6. There’s still no release date or physical design of the upcoming handheld. The Retroid Pocket 5 is one of the most popular retro gaming handhelds on the market, but Qualcomm just gave us a sneak peek at a key upgrade to its likely successor. As part of the announcement for the new gaming-ori
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Retroid TL;DR Retroid has revealed the Pocket Classic’s specs, which include a 4nm Qualcomm chipset. This is the first time Retroid is using a 4nm chipset, so it’s not clear what level of performance to expect. Other specs include 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and a 5000mAh battery. Retroid’s slow drip of information about its upcoming spring releases continues, and this time, we’re getting the specs for the new vertical Pocket Classic. The company stopped short of revealing the exact chipset
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Retroid TL;DR The Retroid Pocket Mini screen has several problems stemming from unfixable firmware issues. After failing to find a fix, the company offered limited returns for just 200 buyers. That limit has now been removed, and Retroid is investing $1 million in a new AMOLED screen for a follow-up device. Retroid makes some of the most popular retro gaming handhelds on the market, but a recent mistake has fans up in arms. It concerns an issue with the Retroid Pocket Mini, a powerful little
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After months of Retroid Pocket Mini buyers reporting issues with the appearance of games when using shaders, Retroid has opened a new return window for people seeking a refund. But there are limitations. Per a screenshot shared by Retro Game Corps , the China-based company said in a Discord message that the return window will be open only from March 8 to March 14, only 200 overseas returns will be accepted and customers will have to pay for shipping. As consolation, the company is offering all o
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Retroid TL;DR Retroid confirmed that its upcoming vertical handheld will have a 3.92-inch AMOLED screen. That’s likely the same panel as the AYANEO Pocket DMG, which is widely considered the best of its size. The device will launch this Spring alongside a clamshell foldable with a 5.5-inch display. Retroid is gearing up for two big releases in the next few months, with the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 gaining most of the attention so far. However, with the screen now revealed for the smaller vertic
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-11-02 01:00:00
Retroid TL;DR Retroid revealed a new vertical handheld called the Retroid Pocket Classic. First teased in February, it’s the first vertical handheld from Retroid since 2020. It features a Game Boy-like design with a square screen and no joysticks. Retroid has been incredibly active this year, announcing the clamshell Retroid Flip 2 and a mysterious vertical handheld last month. Now, the company has finally given us a look at that mysterious vertical handheld, and it looks like a colorful ret
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TL;DR Retroid has revealed the colorways and specs for the Pocket Flip 2 gaming handheld. Colors include Ice Blue, GC, Black, and 16Bit US, with two chipset options in the Snapdragon 865 or Dimensity 1100. The Dimensity 1100 is newer, but emulator compatibility on the Snapdragon 865 makes it the clear choice. The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is one of the hottest upcoming handhelds on the market, with a clamshell design that resembles a Nintendo DS without the second screen. Today, the brand reveale
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