The Ayaneo Pocket DMG is HERE!

[@LordNuttington]

It's about time someone produced a really expensive version of the analogue pocket, that thing is just too affordable 😂

[@PlayingItWrong]

There is a game boy only fpga (which utterly defeats the point).

[@craigsmart1986]

This will do serious dmg to the money in your pocket

[@MICKSKAI]

Ayaneo is for the more fortunate, and not for the general public.

[@infasis]

Yeah, if you ever watch their streams there's people that seem to buy everything they make. For me, it basically, just makes me feel like a kid again, marveling at cool things that I'll never be able to own lol

[@timseyer6769]

I have to say something here, I really like watching your videos even those for devices that don't really interest me like this one wich is much to expensive for the low Profile retro gamer I am. Your videos are always fun and exude production quality. That being said I am starting to get a little concerned with the rate you are posting those, to my mind that's sort of asking for eventual burnout. Perhaps you could talk to someone who had the same experience of their channel taking of like e. g. Your best friend Russ for tips how to handle the onslaught of review units and how to pace yourself healthily. Just some selfish words of concern from someone who would like to watch videos you made for the foreseeable future. Take care

[@Bugside]

Joey Retro Handhelds just stopped reviewing 35xx devices since they're pretty much the same and were annoying him, wulfden also, I think

[@cjermo]

If this had a SIM slot, I'd totally replace my phone with it...

[@manuelrodriguez9972]

Yes, it would’ve been an easy buy for me. And with the mic and phone speaker on the back side would’ve been a success, while you in a call at the same time you’re showing it to the world. hehe

[@toooldfortwowheels2048]

This, precisely this. I'd have this as my phone in a heartbeat.

[@gabhoule]

I was thinking the same thing !!!

[@Ellienollie]

I was thinking the other day and i think these can be headed that way for sure. I would LOVE to collaborate with someone....if anyone remembers the movie "it follows" there are a few scenes of a fictional device that is in a clamshell form factor and its supposed to be a phone but she does other stuff on it and its very retro feeling.....THAT CAN EXIST NOW ON REAL LIFE!!!

[@piero914]

Lol no, you wouldn't.

[@Pizzatird]

Man I really wish I could afford this thing. What a beautiful handheld. Great review!

[@sthiag0]

hoyl moly, i wasn't preprared to how expensive this one is, jeez louise

[@Cisco13]

Price is crazy 😮

[@pin00ch]

Yea. Instant no.

[@8bitchiptune420]

It is in the name, pocket damage.

[@Kevin-Schmevin]

Yeah they went a bit overboard on this one. Not even remotely worth it imo

[@pureshooter7477]

@@8bitchiptune420 Well done.

[@seethruhead7119]

It’s the only device of its kind. The only powerful android vertical that isn’t terrible (like anbernic)

[@8bitchiptune420]

I thought Pocket DMG stands for Pocket DAMAGE, because of the price.

[@Nerm_co_uk]

The sexual tension line killed me 😂😂😂

[@PortageeJoe]

Yes. That. 🤣😂

[@Chaotikmusic]

Same, TechDweeb getting spicy lol😂

[@davidjacobo5637]

If there was two tech dweebs there would be no girls left, we all have trouble competing with one techdweeb already

[@PlayingItWrong]

I wish he'd stop the killing. 😢

[@Austin.zumBrunnen]

The RG406V remains.. the vertical king on my earth. Huzzah! 👑

[@zeroruno]

Huzzah!

[@Bypson]

The Mighty Dweeb provides yet again! Another smashing video. Cheers!

[@SwiftJustice]

Mama mia! 8x7 OLED. Vertical. _Volume dial!_ Video out! Everything is beautiful and perfect except the price.

[@Supramedical68]

TechDweeb may have just sold me on the Miyoo Mini Plus.

[@PlayingItWrong]

It is very good.

[@MrCrammer]

One stick and a touch pad is an odd choice.

[@cjermo]

The more I see of it, the less I hate it.

[@TragicAyk]

Also no headphone jack.. 🤔 But I guess Ayaneo sees this more like a modern Android gaming device than a retro gaming handheld

[@potatuue]

So premium suits your aesthetic, TechDweeb!

[@TimRoot-dotcom]

Sweet! Another video!

[@clyde2801]

Good video as always. Oldster here who loves his classic arcade games and his SD oled (with KrisCoolmods sd) and his Analogue Pocket. Their build quality is better that my Anbernics and Powkiddies that often take multiple tries to turn on . You think this device may be for me? Oh, and that was a real jerk move for them to put the retro style in the highest and least discounted tier.

[@Nexenholic]

I know we're splitting hairs here, due to it being an unusual display sourced from an LG Wing(a phone that had a 2nd display that is 3.92-inches and 1240x1080), but it's actually a 31:27 aspect ratio. I suspect Ayaneo didn't use that number in their marketing because it looks silly and way out of the ordinary. The closest "standard" aspect ratio is apparently 1.15:1, which seems to have been used in some very old films. I would much rather they have gone the RG CubeXX route and used a much lower-power chip. Widescreen stuff is comically small on that somewhat small display and it makes it pointlessly expensive.

[@adrian_veidt]

The handhelds are taking over the world! 🙀🙀

[@bloocheez3]

You could make a video about phone books entertaining, dude.

[@seethruhead7119]

trimui brick would be the perfect alternative to this

[@GameTechTalk]

Not gonna lie, I ended up cancelling my backing and I regret it, especially after watching this video. Ok sure it's premium but that's exactly what I'm into. Thanks Dweeb, FANTASTIC video!!

[@Kevin-Schmevin]

I'm really glad that somebody finally made a handheld for trust fund babies that don't have to work for a living. Those people are special and shouldn't have to play the same handhelds as plebes like me that look all tired like they've been in a cubicle all day.

[@JorgeAlbertoJerez]

I still don't have a single retro handheld. This is the closest I've come to pulling the trigger.

[@t.j.giroux5936]

Okay did anyone else get the urge to buy that side bag only because it looks like the tricorder bags from Star Trek TOS? Not even kidding here I might try to just get that bag for Halloween and go as Bones lol.

[@ronnychristenjoyer6778]

I like the retro design and the oled screen. This is definitely something I would have considered to buy but the price is mental! I'd MAYBE pay half for it. The retro one is 670$ 💀

[@Stef2050]

I really like how this thing looks, can't help but feel that the specs are a bit overkill for this form factor tbh like it kinda feels like they crammed so much into it just to keep the price so high but it is a pretty interesting device.

[@jed23ify]

Definitely over kill for the price and doing high end gaming on a device that small.

[@JohnnyOmaha]

I will never not like handheld videos, just FYI.

[@RetroGeekCorner]

Really wish they’d give the lower spec versions this color option. Love it! 🔥

[@macblair5403]

Cool videos coming up you say? Your favorite DOS game showcase video perhaps...?

[@macblair5403]

Associated question, can the track pad on this act as a mouse input for old DOS games? (on a classic kick atm)

[@Bendilin]

I specifically originally followed you for these handheld reviews! Even if a lot of modern ones are very similar to each other.

[@Bendilin]

WAIT, THIS ONE HAS A VOLUME WHEEL? 👀

[@xxspike2xx1]

thank you for testing ape escape its my favorite retro game!

[@stefssj1291]

Hi Tech Dweeb 😁😊

[@jordanwright5795]

Pre-ordered this a zillion years ago on IndieGoGo. As much as I enjoy gaming on the Steamdeck / PC/ PS5 there is something about retro-gaming on these types of vertical handhelds that's very satisfying. I held out on getting an Analog Pocket and I'm glad i did for this device. 8 bit and 16bit on that screen are going to be pretty nice ( whenever it finally shows up ). I lot of hate that I dont understand for the touchpad. From what I have seen it works fine as the right thumbstick and if you like playing old Scum point and click PC adventure titles like I do this is perfect for those type of games.

[@tappersreviews4677]

I can’t justify this device for the price, but it is very, very nice. That classic retro color version is the way to go IMO for this device. Shame it’s nearly $700.

[@infasis]

I mean, being really into older games and handhelds, Ayaneo makes some of the fanciest, smartly designed, stuff that I could see myself splurging on one device and just riding it out for years, using it more than I would any Xbox or PS5, but I still just don't have that kind of cash

[@Danbecker000]

I have no interest in this device but I thoroughly enjoyed the video anyway. Thanks, Dweeb!

[@MarkDell]

I sure with this could run Batocera like the Retroid devices. But man this looks slick!

[@albertrocamacia9269]

Gosh, more expensive than my Steam Deck, It's a new definition of premium.

[@Aapmco]

Tech is the man

[@kobeeater3636]

This is a beautiful handheld, now if it were a liiiitttllleeee cheaper😅

[@slowvoltage]

wizard-like genius in this one 🙌🏽 on this earth... or any other earth 😹

[@tornadoaftermath]

Surprised that the RG40xxV didn't make an appearance during the comparison part of the video considering the nearly identical form factor. (Bigzazzle...? NGL dweeb, while your names are definitely zazzle-y-er than Anbernic's, they're no less difficult to remember😂)

[@Dracossaint]

I have a feeling if there was more than one techdweeb, it would end like highlander

[@johnsducks9816]

I definitely don't care about this one even a little bit, but great video!

[@novh4ck]

The one I am waiting for still does not exist. An affordable compact fanless DS-like handheld. Aya Neo Flip is the closest but yeah... that's not it.

[@davidjacobo5637]

I think rg cube and z1 unicorn are pretty good, just aren't foldables, but ds is pretty good on them, and I think the size of dual screens is good but its subjective

[@novh4ck]

@@davidjacobo5637 I am specifically yearning for a dual screen handheld that would emulate 3DS perfectly.

[@SwiftJustice]

I'm dreaming of this screen on a clamshell. Minus the touch screen. So Imma wait forever.

[@davidjacobo5637]

@@novh4ck the cube can emulate everything on 3ds at a 2× resolution right now(pretty mich perfect, any issues are due to emulators not the device), but I can understand why'd you want dual screens, in the meantime I think those are your best options

[@TheLinkhawkins]

Look into a surface Duo maybe?

[@efai]

I was really intrigued at the beginning, but then you showed the price and I was outraged.. anything over $450 is pretty much out of the question, because at that point I'd much rather buy a Steam Deck which is a much better device than any retro handheld..

[@caelointheclouds]

My friend thank you for sharing this but this is $675!!! Bummer on the price for that retro look. It cost more than a PS5 and Xbox. I will stick with Abernics retro handhelds that you always share with us!! 🎉

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

They really nailed that design! I want the DMG color really bad but I can’t give up my first born child to get it lol. How big is 4:3 content on it?

[@ajv6669]

Since this color is an insane price, Do you think the base model is good enough for up to PS2 or do we need 12gb? And great video as always. Must take you forever to finish editing😊

[@geoffhall3012]

No mention of your best mate Russ . Tut tut 😅

[@MarioTGP]

are the "other videos" more dweebtalks? :)

[@Metroidam11]

Price premium here is insane! How do you think it compares to RG405V

[@piggletimpact]

i was not exspexting the sexual tension with your clone comment

[@OfficialVngel]

@TechDweeb Can you do a video testing the casting to a tv with a controller by any chance? I ordered mine in black and I’m super hype but I’m worried about switch and PS2 with that touch screen feature.

[@nichi446]

To be fair This is pretty interesting Is basically a rg40xxv (or que big Zazzle) with a veeeery high performance

[@BEN_HARDY]

Just a question if your playing MS Dos games can you use the touch pad as the mouse?

[@Boing2720]

Okay so i wasn't the first to comment by far, but I'm still doing it. Great video! Can't wait to get mine

[@Paddyhudson]

Too fancy for me!

[@ianfingerman5150]

What’s the other stuff

[@lilp4p1]

Wouldnt dos stuff be perfect with the touchpad?

[@GrantW219]

that price is mental,.just get a steamDeck at that price

[@matheusnico1as]

which pinball game is this from 2:52 timestamp?

[@kseanmcfarland]

I believe Devil's Crush. I haven't played it either. Looks amazing

[@OfficialVngel]

Its Devil’s crush. If you want a newer feel then Pinball of the dead.

[@batmabel]

Ayaneo strikes again with what I like to call "youtuber devices". It's simply amazing if you're a youtuber that gets it for free to review it, but it's basically impossible to justify the honestly absurd price. This is just way too much.

[@braineat]

Retroid had to use that screen in rp mini, 4” would be perfect

[@iseptimus]

I bought the Pocket Micro as I wanted a premium handheld, but damn the price is so ridiculous on this that I just bought a 1TB Steam Deck OLED instead.

[@HeikoD.]

Okay...in the last days i ordered a cubeXX and a Miyoo mini plus. Fazit: I need more money ;)

[@weilkevin]

I'm curious about the usb c video out. Have you tested it? Seems like it may take some work to get 16:9 out.

[@jjempi]

I'd stick to my odin 2 💯

[@motivate2568]

I wana see tech dweeb in Christopher Nolan movie 😅😅

[@fullyproblematic]

"...while trying to avoid the sexual tension..." lol Good gosh, the handheld emulator market IS an embarrassment of riches lately. Frickin' analysis paralysis, man!

[@frostcore6826]

Is the black cube still there??!!😅

[@dalek907]

For the next dusty game society, can you do metal slug

[@nova_9812]

Ayaneo is like the iPhone of handhelds. It's expensive for the sake of being expensive.

[@tawawani]

Hi can you make a guide on ayaspace ? I bought pocket micro because of your review. Coulnt find anywhere how to do thing such as scrape game cover with ayaspace

[@ajv6669]

I have the micro as well, I can't get the images to load in ayaspace. I switch to emulation station which I have on my other devices works really well easy to install and scrape and it's only five bucks

[@KyleRuggles]

Oh here we go! Let's see how many faults this weird highly expensive and quirky handheld has.

[@yourtubisfilled7164]

It's probably more convenient to have analog sticks on the soles of your shoes than this layout.

[@evannohra]

The retro color only comes on the high end version for $700 😢

[@boombox8675]

its like buying a ferrarri but drive in traffic jam only. if the price is way too high cause of the processor but thats the last thing android emulation lacked. u know what wouldve knocked it out of the park? a unisoc or sd860 powered dual screen device.

[@sukruyildizel422]

@techDweeb what is the name of the game at 0:26 ?

[@goomy6502]

It's literally at the left corner

[@clydefrosch]

It's crazy how unpretty this touchpad design is. And putting this chip in while only giving it one stick and sideways shoulder buttons... Madness

[@evannohra]

Terabytes needs to be TERRORbyte

[@Simply.Dustin]

Base model is $339 USD for Early Bird Price right now. Oof

[@Deadushka99]

Wallet DMG

[@acg4031]

Well, they messed up. I’d buy this if the retro color was an option for the base model

[@Drinkyoghurt]

I was all aboard until I saw the price.

[@ninjason57]

The chip seems overkill for this handheld design

[@whoever_81]

Hot take! You think?

[@1996starter]

What are your favorite retro games you play most of time.

[@hondo190]

I guess I missed it. What emulator is running on it?

[@java2894]

Does it comes with roms ?

[@HeyBuddays]

Doodads Mondo Gaming

[@marlowencna]

Sold. Send me the cash

[@skippyb.coyote895]

It's weird, but I feel like if it had two sliders instead of the analog stick and touchpad I might be stupid and save up the money for the top end Game Boy DMG colored model. Thankfully, since it's lacking those features I'm not tempted to be stupid with my money. 😅

[@RedneckOgre9000]

All that power but only 1 analog stick, meaning PS2 and GC, the main systems that would benefit most from the extra power, won’t be right.

[@WitchDoctor87]

I really don't get this thing.. 1 stick? This eliminates many games that would need two sticks. The price is just waaaay to much. You can get so many other things that have so much more power in a handheld form.

[@rotted_internet]

All these dmg colored handhelds and not 1 of them has big dmg buttons, and only 2 of them.

[@ldisc66]

Well I can buy this or for $8USD more I can buy a base SteamDeck. Or spend $100 less and get an Analogue Pocket. This Ayaneo is a hard sale.

[@Dr.Blader]

Review PS Classic