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Retroid Pocket Duo Vs. AYN Thor: What We Know so Far

The new Retroid Pocket Duo and the AYN Thor

Pre-Order & Hardware Update (September 2026): Official pre-orders are now open for both the Retroid Pocket Duo and Retroid Pocket Duo Lite. Retroid has confirmed a massive 6,000mAh battery for both models, alongside finalized pricing, launch discount codes, and delivery schedules. The Duo Lite begins shipping on September 17, followed by the standard Duo in … Read more

Retroid announces first dual screen handheld: Retroid Pocket Duo

The Retroid Pocket Duo is coming. Ever since dual screen handhelds started taking off last year in 2025 people have been eagerly awaiting a dual screen Retroid device. After months of rumours and whispering an official announcement in Retroid’s discord has come. While details are sparse beyond the device’s name and its dual screens there … Read more

The AYN Thor gets a Price Hike and Storage Downgrade: Is it still worth it?

Picture of an AYN Thor with the text "+$120"

Due to the ongoing “RAMpocalypse”, an AI driven supply chain crunch gripping the tech world in 2026, the AYN Thor gets its third price hike this year, as well a downgrade. The AI boom and spending spree has massively inflated component prices, particularly for DRAM and flash storage. As a result, the tech industry is … Read more

Anbernic RG Rotate: Full Specs, Live Price, and Is It Worth Buying?

Leaked shots of a purported prototype of the Anbernic RG Rotate

Update: This article was originally published before the official announcement of the RG Rotate. It has since been updated to reflect the latest information. The Anbernic RG Rotate is one of the most interesting and unusual devices to come out in 2026. The star of the show is its unique swivel-screen mechanism. But beneath the … Read more

Retroid discontinues the Retroid Pocket G2

A Retroid Pocket G2 on a bright background with the text "RIP G2" displayed on the screen

The popular handheld becomes the latest victim of the RAMpocalypse The RAM shortage, brought on by the AI boom, is worsening and retro handheld manufacturers are starting to feel the squeeze. This month alone various handheld makers have upped prices and discontinued products due to ongoing components shortages. Among the first to announce to announce … Read more