Tag: Anbernic

  • Anbernic RG P01 Launches with Hall Effect Joysticks Under $15

    Anbernic RG P01 Launches with Hall Effect Joysticks Under $15

    Anbernic has officially announced the release date for its very first controller, marking it as its second product launch this month following the RG CubeXX. This news comes less than two weeks after the core specifications of the RG P01 were shared by Anbernic. Alongside this, the pricing for the RG P01 has also been revealed.

    Pricing Details

    As per RetroHandhelds, the introductory price for Anbernic’s controller will be set at $14.99, which will increase to $17.99 once pre-orders start shipping on November 12. This means that the RG P01 will significantly undercut the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C, which is currently priced at $29.99 on Amazon and offers Bluetooth and wireless capabilities. It’s worth mentioning that the wired version of the Ultimate 2C is available for $19.99, making it $10 cheaper than the wireless model.

    Features of the RG P01

    Similar to the Ultimate 2C, the RG P01 is equipped with Hall effect joysticks and triggers. RetroHandhelds’ review indicates that the RG P01 does not experience the cardinal snapping issue found in some recent Anbernic handhelds. Additionally, unlike the Ultimate 2C, the RG P01 features two rear-mounted buttons labeled M1 and M2. Anbernic plans to launch the RG P01 at 10:00 UTC on October 29. The new controller will be available on both AliExpress and Anbernic’s official website, though the links for these platforms are not yet active.

    Availability

    Anbernic will be selling the RG P01 through its website and AliExpress, as confirmed by RetroHandhelds. Stay tuned for updates as the launch date approaches!

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  • Anbernic RG ArcXX Leaks Reveal Potential Specs and Features

    Anbernic RG ArcXX Leaks Reveal Potential Specs and Features

    Almost a year has gone since Anbernic launched the RG Arc in both D and S versions (curr. $68.99 on Amazon). But the company hasn’t just sat back and done nothing regarding new hardware.

    Instead, Anbernic has been rolling out new devices every month since January, with the latest being the RG CubeXX released earlier this week. Recently, there have been whispers on Bilibili suggesting that Anbernic might be gearing up to replace the RG Arc with a new model called the RG ArcXX.

    Expectations for the RG ArcXX

    Right now, the buzz around Anbernic’s upcoming gaming handheld seems to be pretty low. It appears that the main change would be swapping the Rockchip RK3566 found in the RG Arc-S and RG Arc-D for the Allwinner H700.

    If this is true, the RG ArcXX would likely deliver similar performance as the previous model, while keeping the same 4-inch screen and 480p resolution. At this point, it’s still unclear whether Anbernic plans to offer both single and dual-boot options this time, or if they have any other improvements in mind. Also, a release date is still not known at this time.

    Bilibili via @RetroHandhelds & @JoeysRetroHH

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  • Anbernic RG CubeXX: Compact Handheld for Dreamcast, N64, PS1 Emulation

    Anbernic RG CubeXX: Compact Handheld for Dreamcast, N64, PS1 Emulation

    Anbernic has begun offering the RG CubeXX as a more affordable option compared to the RG Cube, which is currently priced at $196.99 on Amazon and was released in the late spring. True to form, Anbernic has made the new gaming handheld available in three color choices, known as Black, Grey, and White. Additionally, these options can be customized with one of four memory configurations.

    Performance Comparison

    In essence, the RG CubeXX is significantly less powerful than its predecessor, the RG Cube. Anbernic has fitted the RG CubeXX with the same Allwinner H700 chipset used in various devices from the RG35XX series. Moreover, it comes with 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM, which is a standard feature in this price range.

    Gaming Capabilities

    Due to these specifications, the RG CubeXX is expected to handle games from platforms like Dreamcast, N64, and PS1, with some PSP games also playable. However, it remains uncertain whether the device’s 720p screen will impact emulation performance when compared to the 480p display found in RG35XX series devices. For context, the RG CubeXX includes a 3.95-inch IPS display that maintains a 1:1 aspect ratio.

    Pricing and Options

    At present, the starting price for Anbernic’s newest gaming handheld is $59.99, which includes a 32 GB MicroSD card in any of the three color options. It’s important to note that this price will increase to $66.99 on October 25. Furthermore, customers can opt for larger MicroSD cards of 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB at prices of $67.99, $74.99, and $89.99, respectively.

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  • Anbernic Handheld: Release Date and Pricing Details Revealed

    Anbernic Handheld: Release Date and Pricing Details Revealed

    Anbernic is getting ready to launch its newest gaming handheld device. The company has been quick to share this news, having only revealed the device late last week. The RG406V, which is currently priced at $226.99 on Amazon, is still a fresh release, being less than a month old.

    Upcoming Release Date

    Despite the recent release of the RG406V, the RG CubeXX is set to arrive by the end of this month. However, it’s still unclear if Anbernic will also debut the RG P01 controller in October. At this time, details about the RG P01’s launch are not available. But RetroHandhelds has confirmed that the RG CubeXX will go on sale starting at 10:00 UTC on October 22.

    Pricing Information

    Anbernic is planning to set the price for the RG CubeXX at a starting rate of $60, not including shipping. This initial price will be in effect until October 25, after which it will increase to $67. To sum up, here are the key hardware details of the RG CubeXX:

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  • Anbernic RG P01: Official 2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Wireless Controller

    Anbernic RG P01: Official 2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Wireless Controller

    Anbernic has announced all the details for its upcoming retro gaming handheld, the RG CubeXX. Typically, the company launches a new product every month, but this might not hold true for October. They have yet to confirm anything, and they also have not officially unveiled their first wireless controller, which is set to be named the RG P01.

    Design Inspiration and Features

    The RG P01 closely resembles the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (currently priced at $29.99 on Amazon). In this way, the design of the RG P01 takes a lot from 8BitDo’s button configuration, including the four buttons next to Anbernic’s logo. However, unlike the Ultimate 2C, Anbernic’s logo does not function as an extra button.

    Connectivity and Functionality

    Additionally, the RG P01 features RGB backlit joysticks and vertical LED connection indicators. Anbernic’s first controller offers both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.3 capabilities, supporting a variety of devices such as Android, iOS, Steam, Switch, and Windows. It’s also noted that the RG P01 is equipped with two programmable macro buttons located on the back.

    Performance Uncertainties

    That being said, these buttons have not been highlighted in any promotional content so far. It remains unclear how well the controller’s d-pad will perform or what its latency will be when using 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth. Furthermore, Anbernic has not released any info regarding joystick dead zones or if they experience cardinal snapping, a problem seen in some of their previous retro gaming handhelds.

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  • Anbernic Reveals Full Specs of RG CubeXX Retro Gaming Handheld

    Anbernic Reveals Full Specs of RG CubeXX Retro Gaming Handheld

    Hardly any time has gone by since Anbernic unveiled the RG CubeXX. However, the company has quickly moved forward to confirm all important specifications for the device. As anticipated, the RG CubeXX resembles the RG Cube, but it shares much of its internal components with the newer RG35XX models, such as the RG35XX SP (currently priced at $76.99 on Amazon).

    Specifications Overview

    Anbernic has outfitted the RG CubeXX with the Allwinner H700, which is a common feature in many of its budget-friendly retro gaming handhelds released in late 2023. Therefore, the RG CubeXX boasts four ARM Cortex-A53 CPU cores and a Mali-G31 MP2 GPU. Additionally, with 1 GB LPDDR4 RAM, this device should be powerful enough to emulate sixth-generation home video game consoles like the Dreamcast, GameCube, and some PlayStation Portable titles.

    Battery and Display Features

    In addition, the RG CubeXX comes with a 3,800 mAh battery that Anbernic claims can last up to 6.5 hours on a single charge. The device is also equipped with a 3.95-inch IPS display that supports a resolution of 720 x 720 pixels with a 1:1 aspect ratio. Notably, the RG CubeXX can connect to an external display while using a wireless controller, thanks to its built-in Bluetooth 4.2 support. While Anbernic hasn’t announced a specific release date yet, it appears that the RG CubeXX will launch later this month.

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  • Anbernic Launches RG CubeXX Classic with New Wireless Controllers

    Anbernic Launches RG CubeXX Classic with New Wireless Controllers

    Anbernic has had a pretty subdued beginning to this month, at least when we look at their usual pace. To summarize, their most recent launch was the RG406V, which is currently priced at $234.98 on Amazon and came out in the middle of September. Since then, there have been numerous whispers about new products from Anbernic, including new wireless controllers, the RG408, RG406P, or even a variation of the RG Cube.

    Exciting Announcements

    Now, at least two of these products have become official. Anbernic has recently introduced a new version of the RG Cube and a new set of wireless controllers. It’s important to note that, for the time being, they have only provided information on the RG Cube. The wireless controllers can be seen around 3:30 in the video shared below, and they closely resemble the 8BitDo’s Ultimate 2C, aligning with recent leaks.

    Specifications and Features

    According to Anbernic’s description linked to the same video, it appears that the RG CubeXX Classic might actually share more features with the latest RG35XX series than its predecessor. While this has not been officially confirmed, the indication that the RG CubeXX Classic will be capable of emulating Dreamcast, N64, and PS1 games suggests that it will utilize the same Allwinner H700 chipset as the RG35XX SP. In contrast, Anbernic has chosen to include a 3.95-inch square display with a 720p resolution and a 1:1 aspect ratio. Additionally, the RG CubeXX Classic will feature 5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, RGB lighting around its joysticks, and HDMI output. Although Anbernic has yet to disclose pricing or when it will be available, we believe more information will be shared later this month.

    Anbernic via forthenext.

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  • Anbernic RG406P Leaks: Retro Handheld Inspired by Retroid Pocket 4

    Anbernic RG406P Leaks: Retro Handheld Inspired by Retroid Pocket 4

    Less than a month ago, Anbernic launched the RG406V, which is currently priced at $229.98 on Amazon. While many companies might pause their product releases after such a launch, Anbernic follows a different approach. They have consistently introduced at least one new product each month since the beginning of this year.

    New Rumors Emerge

    Now that October has begun, it’s not surprising to hear rumors about upcoming Anbernic handheld consoles. Recently, NITTRX shared a drawing of what it claims to be the RG408, which features dual screens. Moreover, the same YouTube channel has also released a similar image of a supposed ‘RG406P’. Members of the NITTRX community have pointed out that this RG406P looks like a Retroid Pocket 4, but with the d-pad and left analog stick swapped around.

    Specifications Still Unknown

    Sadly, details regarding the specifications of this new device are still unavailable. However, it is reasonable to assume that the RG406P will take a lot of its features from the RG406V. The RG406V sports a 4-inch, 4:3 aspect ratio display with a resolution of 720p, a 5,500 mAh battery, and is powered by a Unisoc T820 chipset. This indicates that the RG406P will likely be closer in size to the newer Retroid Pocket Mini rather than the Pocket 4, which has a larger 4.7-inch, 16:9 display.

    Anticipation Builds

    As the gaming community awaits more information, excitement continues to grow about what Anbernic might have in store. The combination of innovative design and improved specifications could make the RG406P a strong competitor in the handheld market. With Anbernic’s track record of frequent releases, it won’t be long before we get a clearer picture of this device’s capabilities.

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  • Anbernic RG408: Unique Retro Gaming Handheld with Dual Screens

    Anbernic RG408: Unique Retro Gaming Handheld with Dual Screens

    Anbernic has launched a variety of handheld gaming devices this year. However, a recent rumor from NITTRX indicates that the company might be working on something quite different. It’s important to mention that the YouTuber has said, “nothing is confirmed yet.” Therefore, there’s a possibility that the design shown below might never actually be released.

    Exciting New Design Features

    Reports suggest that Anbernic is creating a gaming handheld featuring dual screens, with the larger one able to slide up, exposing the smaller one beneath. According to the image below, these screens would have resolutions of 960 x 720 pixels and 640 x 480 pixels, both maintaining a 4:3 aspect ratio. The device is also expected to include the standard set of action buttons along with a reasonably sized d-pad.

    Specifications and Controls

    In addition to this, the rumored RG408 is said to come equipped with two analog sticks that can twist to uncover select and start buttons. Unfortunately, there is still no information on when the RG408 might be launched. Instead, Anbernic has recently unveiled updated versions of the RG35XX SP and introduced a new model called the RG406V. Furthermore, the company might be getting ready to roll out a collection of wireless controllers inspired by the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C, which is currently priced at $29.99 on Amazon.

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  • Anbernic’s New Wireless Controller Inspired by 8BitDo Ultimate 2C

    Anbernic’s New Wireless Controller Inspired by 8BitDo Ultimate 2C

    Anbernic has been quite active this year with its introduction of new products. To summarize, the company has successfully launched a new gaming handheld every month since early 2024, with the latest being the RG406V, which was released last week. Additionally, there are rumors of a more affordable version of the RG Cube being developed, along with a new iteration of the RG35XX SP, currently priced at $89.99 on Amazon.

    New Controllers on the Horizon

    Recently, a set of controllers has been added to the list of upcoming Anbernic items. Although Anbernic has not officially confirmed anything yet, images of three controllers featuring the Anbernic brand have been spreading on platforms like Bilibili in China and Reddit. It’s important to note that these seem to represent three color variations rather than separate controller models.

    Design Features

    The unnamed controller includes the standard range of buttons, featuring two joysticks and a d-pad laid out similarly to an Xbox controller. However, Anbernic has chosen to use Nintendo-style XYBA buttons, following in the footsteps of 8BitDo. The design of the controller closely resembles that of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C, which is also available in a special edition variant called Black Myth: Wukong. As of now, details about the launch and pricing of Anbernic’s similar controller are still unknown.

    Bilibili via r/SBCGaming & @RetroHandhelds

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