Key Takeaways
1. The Ayaneo Pocket Vert handheld is available on Indiegogo with a campaign ending on February 4, 2026, and has already surpassed its $50,000 funding goal.
2. Early bird pricing starts at $269 for the basic model (8GB RAM, 128GB storage) and goes up to $369 for the top-tier Lava Red model (12GB RAM, 256GB storage).
3. After the campaign, retail prices will increase significantly: $339 for the basic model, $419 for the 12GB version, and $439 for the Lava Red model.
4. Additional accessories are available at discounted prices, including a tempered glass protector for $7.11 and a leather storage bag for $33.21.
5. The handheld features a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, a 3.5-inch LTPS LCD screen, Android 14, and a 6,000mAh battery, along with various connectivity options like Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.
Ayaneo’s Pocket Vert handheld is now up for grabs on Indiegogo, several months after its initial announcement. This high-end vertical retro gaming device, along with its official accessories, can be purchased at a special discount until the campaign concludes on February 4, 2026. Shipping is expected to start in February 2026 as well.
Campaign Success
According to the crowdfunding page, the project has already surpassed its target of $50,000. At the moment, it has gathered $59,245 from 160 supporters with 35 days remaining before the campaign wraps up.
Pricing Options
The early bird price for the handheld begins at $269 for the basic model, which includes 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The next option, featuring 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, is priced at $349 and is offered in Moon White and Midnight Black, just like the base model. The top-tier Lava Red version is priced at $369, maintaining the same RAM and storage as the $349 variant.
Once the campaign is finished, the retail price for the basic model will rise to $339, while the 12GB RAM + 256GB version will be available for $419. The Lava Red model will increase to $439.
Accessory Pricing
Extra accessories include a $7.11 HD tempered glass protector that only covers the display area of the handheld, a cleaning cloth priced at $3.51, a leather storage bag with a strap for $33.21, and a protective case available for $11.61. All these prices are also for early birds.
The Ayaneo Pocket Vert boasts a 3.5-inch LTPS LCD with a resolution of 1440 x 1600 and a refresh rate of 60Hz. Its power comes from the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, which is coupled with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It includes a microSD card slot, a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port, and a headphone jack.
Features and Functionality
Running on Android 14, this handheld device includes a fingerprint scanner, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, a cooling fan, and a 6,000mAh battery. Besides the D-Pad, action buttons, and shoulder buttons, the Pocket Vert features a touchpad located below the D-Pad that imitates analog joysticks.
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