I really appreciate your honest enthusiasm in these videos. It's so easy to get jaded with this stuff and lose sight of how awesome it is to be able to play hundreds/thousands of classic games on a portable device like this - and then turn it into a home console. I feel like your vids really speak to my inner child that just wants to play around and have FUN with a toy like this, and I rarely get that from other channels.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for saying so!

You hit the nail on the head about this being a perfect portable console to plug into a tv or monitor and use it with a bluetooth controller.. i was thinking the exact same thing, I'd go so far as to say that is its main function! unplug it and carry around as its secondary purpose.. am getting one.

Love the aesthetic of that handheld, also the display is coming through great on the video :D

@wizzel22

Жыл бұрын

I own the "P" and it's a fantastic little device. Buy one of them, you won't be disappointed.

@itsmackey7741

Жыл бұрын

@@wizzel22 Thanks! I'm looking for a small handheld and will definitely look into the p model

Super informative and entertaining video. I'm surprised you don't have more subs for how good the content is!

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

Your reviews are mega. Luv it

I spit out my coffee at that intro. Another great TD review!

I'm actually working with the AmberElec devs on the new PortMaster, and I love Linux on my handhelds(and PC). The 353ps seems like a decent affordable replacement for my aging 351p, but without an Android option, it lacks the great feature of also being a portable streaming box. The t618 machines are more powerful and run modern Android, but they lack the tighter EmuStation interface and PortMaster compatibility for retro and indie games. So I still don't know what to buy.

I love your work, man. Great video as always.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

The feeling is mutual! Thanks so much!

Hahaha the intro had me dying of laughter! Great content bro!

The initial 87$ it was a banger. I got a 353m and psx on it is amazing. Also got a V which i love for psx on it all the enhancements provided in arkOS it looks amazing

I’ve been playing mine everyday since I bought it. Would definitely recommend it especially for the price

I get mine tomorrow thank you for awesome video.

wow look great , like the controller shape , Great content my friend

I got into the hobby recently and bought retroid pocket 2s for myself and rg353p for my cousin. After testing some games on the 353p, I immediately fell in love with it. Mushy shoulder buttons, joycon knobs, and curve shape made it really comfortable to hold. I ended up buying another 353p for myself

Wow, this is cool I love it. 😎👍💯 I love how it's portable and you can play it on your TV which is Awesome.👍💯

mine just arrived today had a play for an hour great little handheld

Reminds me of my Supaboy that I had. That required actual SNES carts but it just felt *right* so I can totally get what you mean. I think that is something that drives me to clam shells and game boy shaped devices over the "phone" shaped devices

@shiroshine7227

7 ай бұрын

I still have one. THe audio jack does not output onto the TV and the slot is super too tight but yet has card flex to the point of freezing the game.... the screen is also horrible XDDD

0:42 good grief that's a brutal one! 😬😱🤓

Ooh, I got the earlier version of this for a b-day gift for a friend last year. Since they weren't going to tinker anyway, I set it up with JelOS, with all the tweeks and all their old favorite games. I would have 100% would have gone for this cheaper version if it was an option at the time, since they wouldn't need android, and I really like the Dot Matrix text under the screen.

Dude sounds like a Smiling Friends character, and I mean that in the best possible way. Good review! Mine is coming in shortly because they just went on sale for like $65. I'm looking forward to trying it out!

This was not on my radar. I have so many handhelds, I swore no more… and then I go and watch this and it looks and sounds so compelling now. Thanks, I didn’t need this.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Retro Handhelds: The neverending story

Playing SNES games on the controller itself.. this would have been a dream come true as a child.

Great review!

I get the love. It's why I love the miyoo mini plus over my others

Found out about it watching your video on the sn30 controller that i clicked on just for kicks cause i already have one however i wanted to get an ideia of how the GB color one would look like. Plot twist, you had this console next to it and im in love with it. I want one really bad now! I recently found out why old games looked better on CRT TVs thanks to BRKsEdu`s videos, a huge and really good brazilian youtuber livin in Canada(fun fact), and watching him talk about retrotink and all of that sort of thing made me try out retroarch in order to apply some filters with some old GBA Games and got me thinking about getting one of these new 3rd party consoles coming out. So congrats, friend! You`ve earned a Portuguese subscriber and now i will most definitley buy one of these. Cheers and happy new year

@TechDweeb

6 ай бұрын

Nice! Glad I hooked ya!

@Play3rThund3r

6 ай бұрын

@@TechDweeb Just bought it online! 😀

@Play3rThund3r

6 ай бұрын

Loving my 353p. I have installed arkos and mastered everything i needed to know! GB dm games look like they used to, as well as gbc and gba. Playing the super mario lands, zelda the minish cap and shovel knight (whomp em nes hack). Thank you so much! Ahah the retroachievments are really fun too! Thank you Thank you thank you If online the p version had android like the 353ps... oh well... the important thing is that it looks like this ahah

I ordered one and I'm new to this. My goal is mainly to fill it with best games for each system - especially those systems that run flawlessly or mostly flawlessly, up to N64 or some select Dreamcast/PSP games - and play them (I bought 32GB and 256GB SanDisk card and a card reader). Originally people said to also install ArkOS but I'm not sure, it seems just getting games might be enough. Especially if autosave can be activated in stock as well. Any legally acceptable advice on where to get the "top100" or similar game packs of best games?:D I know about RetroGameCorps video guide for ArkOS and games so I might be using appropriate parts of that.

The only thing stopping me is the small screen😢. Otherwise, its a winner!! Thanks for a great detailed review. Love ur channel.. ❤

Good stuff bro!

Cool video, as always

Exactly why I bought the RG353P. Having HDMI-out and Bluetooth, combined with the comfortable shape of the device just makes it a very awesome retro gaming device - both in handheld and in "docked" mode. Although it was a bit of a hassle to geht HDMI-out and Bluetooth running at the same time. Glad that they seem to have fixed that problem with this version. Maybe I can also use this firmware on mine. Have to give it a try.

@wizzel22

Жыл бұрын

JelOS runs on both variants and it has been updated a few days ago.

@TheHoodieGuy13

Жыл бұрын

@@wizzel22 Have the version before that running on it currently as I usually use it in handheld mode 😊 But the only thing that worked with both HDMI-out and Bluetooth was ArkOS. I'm just personally not a huge fan of it 🤷‍♂ Gotta try that update, I guess

Hey, I’m trying to play Kuon and Eternal darkness. Ps2/ps3 is there a plug and play that I can get both on. I want to get a retro I can plug in and the only one that seemed okay for me was Powkiddy Y6. Help please, thank you.

Are the sticks full 360 degrees a la 405m or 8 cardinal points ala 35xx-H?

In your video you show that you can play on a big tv screen with the mini hdmi adapter + a controller. But can you play just with the anbernic device instead of a separate controller? Thx

@lazy-oni

5 ай бұрын

You can definitely use the handheld as the controller while using HDMI out.

This thing is pretty sweet!

Great Video! But how DO you connect the blue tooth controllers? Any help with this would be so much appreciated. I have a 8bit do SN30 Pro controller. Id love to make this a home console for my retro games.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Under the controller settings (press start on the main home screen) there is a "pair a Bluetooth controller" option. Then you put your controller into pairing mode, and it should automatically detect and connect to your controller. Then you will probably need to configure the controller, using the option in the controllers menu to do that. After that you can choose which controller is the primary controller, the built-in retro pad, or the new Bluetooth controller. If you have multiple bluetooth controllers you can choose which is p1 p2, etc. After that it should work as expected. Good luck!

@silverwolf1842

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Wow man, thank you so much for the response! Really made my day, and directions are clear! Thank you so much.

It's gorgeous 🤩❤️🎮👾

not the pediatric cancer ward.... GGs on the 1 day edit. well done!

Can't wait for the next ANBLERNIC RG3SXX

I love to get something like this but I don't have a computer nor the knowledge to do the downloading of stuff to an SD card. If I get the console is there someone somewhere that I can go to and ask to load stuff onto an SD card?

The "taste the rainbow buttons" are the Europe/PAL retro vibe!

How did you connect the xbox controller? Mine gets recognized, but never exits the pairing mode so I can't really use it :(

Would you say that this RG353PS is more ergonomic than the newest 405 model? To me I have the 353M and I love the way it feels and looks but notice its not that ergonomic, holding it gets uncomfortable after awhile :(

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Definitely. The RG353PS is one of my most comfortable handhelds. I've been playing it this last week and I've come to really appreciate its shape and size, I can play for hours comfortably.

Would love to see more about multiplayer though hdmi to a big screen.

The Bluetooth doesn't sync with my Xbox controller or can't find the controller. Can I connect it using a direct cable instead of Bluetooth?

I just got mine yesterday 😃

Is there no latency when connecting a bluetooth controller while playing on hdmi out? I saw on Reddit some people saying that the latency was pretty bad albeit that was for bluetooth headphones lol. Is the latency for bluetooth headphones also bad in your experience? Right now I'm contemplating between this and the RG35XX. Someone said that Garlic OS was way better compared to ArkOS. What's it like for you?

How is the battery life? I initially purchased RG35xx but because of the battery and overall more of everything for a little bit more money I ordered 353PS and waiting delivery.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

I'm SUPER impressed with the battery life. It claims 6h but I'm 100% sure I got significantly more than that.

whats better RG353PS vs RG353VS? or a miyoo mini plus

Is he…is he saying “gigglebytes”

@andrewweber5953

Жыл бұрын

And Amblernic. Dweeb is my spirit animal and I

@imaginitivity7853

Жыл бұрын

What do YOU call them?

@Rayzor_Blaydez

Жыл бұрын

Yes... Yes he is.

@manireik

Жыл бұрын

It's only right and proper

@aiodensghost8645

Жыл бұрын

Yes... which adds to the appeal, tbh. Reminds me when I was 8.

I bought the 353P a couple of months ago and I think it's awesome but since I don't really use the Android side of it I kinda wish I had this model instead except for the fact they don't offer it in black.

Ordered mine and subbed Nice review dude I just want a cheap decent than can play psp

can it play all monster hunter series in PSP smoothly?

is there a way to transfer saves from a game from like a different console to this? i have the rg35xx but i might try this one out

@TechDweeb

11 ай бұрын

Yes, you can transfer both your save files and your save states, just grab the SD card from your previous device, do a search for the game name and then you will find all of the files with that name, grab the save file and the states, and make sure you put them in the proper place on the new SD card. Also make sure the files have the same names as the ROMs on your new device. But it's totally possible, I do this all the time, transferring saves between devices.

@roguephoenix

11 ай бұрын

@@TechDweeb awesome! thanks!

Do you like it more than the 405m because its more comfortable and nostalgic? The shoulder buttons like way better.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Yeah. It's more about the feel of it as a toy. The 405m is definitely the superior device, but it's quite a bit more expensive than the 353ps.

@juniorelizondo4144

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb yeah very true and the 353ps looks comfy and nice stacked shoulder buttons too. Great for long periods of play.

Looks a good one👌Do u know if there is any machine out there that has the old speccy games that’s worth purchasing🤔🤔🤔

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Hmmm. Not sure tbh. I know lots of these play ZX Spectrum (that's what you mean by speccy, right?), but I don't often see handhelds with those roms included. You might need to add them yourself.

@desperatedan3985

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Thanks, and yes correct Speccy(ZX Spectrum) I do believe that u can add to the Powkiddy V90, just have to check out how🤔 Cheers🍻🥃

How do you use your Xbox one controller on this anbernic RG353PS??

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Put it in pairing mode, then on the 353PS open the "controllers" menu from the main settings (on the home screen, press start to get to the settings). In there will be a 'pair a controller' option. It should automatically detect your bluetooth controller as long as it is in pairing mode.

I wish the RG405M had these shoulder buttons

Dude I wish I didn't buy 353p a year ago. I mean it's cool and all, but... that Nintendo bezel.. Now I want this one

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Out with the old, in with the new! (and then again in 2 months, and then again in 5 months, etc)

Imagine if they can slap Unisoc T618 chipset into this device but remove the Android part, make it Linux compatible, perhaps bump up the RAM to 3GB and ta-da, a capable Dreamcast/PSP emulation device.

@wizzel22

Жыл бұрын

I have those dreams, too. 😉

@juniorelizondo4144

Жыл бұрын

405m?

@firisrozley5768

Жыл бұрын

@@juniorelizondo4144 that one has Android part.

@juniorelizondo4144

Жыл бұрын

@@firisrozley5768 oh okay. I figured you could probably change it. I know it can be changed to gamma os but idk of you can completely get rid of android.

@pimpinken8901

Жыл бұрын

Yea sorry giving the customer exactly what they want is not how we do things around here it’s all about incremental changes. That way I can sell you 12 devices instead of just the one you actually want.

Handheld is great but wish it had a sd card slot missed those day of actually loading games on Physical media

Anyone know how to change the color for original gameboy to green?

Love you bro

@TechDweeb

10 ай бұрын

U too bro

How do get SORR on this device? Mine doesn't have it.

@TechDweeb

5 ай бұрын

Check out Portmaster. You could also try a custom firmware (like Jelos), lots of info about getting everything working on that.

@HaqiKusanagi

5 ай бұрын

@@TechDweeb Are you using ArkOS? I'm still using Linux Base OS. There's portmaster in this default OS, too. But I cant get the SORR file to be detected. Do I have to use ArkOS?

Does it possible for 2 players on the Bluetooth perspective?

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Yup

THe "rainbow" button one is the OG from Japan and Europe. Thee first super famicom controllers lol.

Please do the the rg353p version ❤

Can I convert my Android smart phone into retro handheld like only games and nothing else no phone software at all???? If yes how do I do that???

@TechDweeb

11 ай бұрын

Yeah. Setup Daijisho as a front end for your retro games, and then set that as the default home launcher for your device.

I've got the anbernic RG552, and have to say the dpad is not great. At least i dont like it, and from what ive seen elsewhere this is the same. 😢 I'm sure for fighting games it's great but for platform games it becomes quite frustrating. I'm constantly getting accidental diagonal inputs, the slightest movement away from a straight direction activates a diagonal, so frustrating for platform games. Did you notice that at all? It's really made me sour on the device and Anbernic.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

I didn't have any issues with false diagonals with this version, FWIW.

anbernic is like the loot box of gaming, just keep buying devices Eventually you’ll get what you’re looking for…maybe.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Well said 😏

The biggest problem with the handheld market is you will regret your purchase one month later. I really like my mm+ but I think I would have liked this even more.

Thanks for a great review! Could you connect a ps4 controller and connect it to a tv too? Then it would-be a great retro game switch😊

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

I think so. That's just a Bluetooth controller right?

@done.vandalen5980

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb as far as i know yes it is! Thanks for your reply and good luck with the channel!👍🏼

Is it possible to play multiplayer?????? with miyoo mini plus????

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

I might be wrong, but I don't think so.

On the Anbernic shop it says this...16G (no game) ; 16G+128G (compatible 4519 games) ; 16G+256G (compatible 4318 games. Very confusing. So does this mean no games unless you add a sd card of 128gb? And it has less games with a 256gb card?? Or do they mean they add 4318 games to the 4519 games if you order it with a 256gb card?? Anyone knows?

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, 16g means you'll be adding your own SD card with games. And I'm assuming the 256g version just has more higher end 3d games, which are bigger in file size, so there will be less of them (and maybe less of the lower end 3d games, which are smaller in file size so they can fit more). If you contact Anbernic they'll give you the game lists.

@GentielioGaming

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Okay, i might contact them but i hope both of the sd cards have mario games on them. I have the rg35xx with 64 sd and it has no mario game on it.

@GentielioGaming

Жыл бұрын

I contacted them but no mail yet. I used the mail adres and not the ticket option. If i don't receive an answer back next week i will try the ticket option.

@GentielioGaming

Жыл бұрын

I received this with the 256gb one and i would not recommend this card with the higher end games. i would opt for the 128gb one. the higher end games don't run that well. Tomb Raider 1 or 2 (not tried the other ones) don't load after the boot up screen. i paid more for the sd card to have less that run. I think i will contact them to send the 256 card back to have the 128 card to have more games that run good.

@GentielioGaming

Жыл бұрын

I tried evey tweak and different emulator but the ps1 games won't work. The same roms do work on my cheaper rg35xx and some roms for psx that won't work on that device at first i simlpy just set the video to "fast" and they do work. The menu on the rg35xx is also easier without having the hassle of the retroarch witch is a bore with the small box letters. I like the design of the rg353ps but it is just not as capable what the cheaper rg35xx does. A real shame as i like the design if the rg353ps as you mentioned. As a machine for 16 bit games it's good but nothing beyond that. The same insides of a rg35xx in a rg353ps would be great! Or do i have faulty one??

How do you change from game to game? If you're playing a game and you want to switch to another game how do you do it?

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Menu + start to exit your current game, and then pick another game and start it up.

@Mrfhrheit

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb oh OK thanks a lot of the info. And how do you turn off the console? I know by pressing the start button, but like really turn it off

@Mrfhrheit

Жыл бұрын

You should make another video explaining how to use dw anbernic, that will be amazing. How turn in on, how turn it off, how use it, cus really don't have instructions.

@Mrfhrheit

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb one question my friend. How do I open the SD cards games? Because I have some games on the console, but anbernic tolda me that I need to open the SD card that they send it to me to have more games. And I'm trying to do that but is not possible or I don't know where. Can you help me?

Do you think you could do a guide on how to set one of these devices up for a friend/sibling/family member as a gift? I’m pretty sure I could set one up but don’t know if there’s a way to make it fool proof or lock the menus so they couldn’t accidentally fiddle with things.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

YES ACTUALLY! It's super easy. In the system settings there's a "UI Mode" that you can set to "Kiosk Mode". This will make it impossible to mess with the settings in the frontend, you'll just be able to do regular game stuff like search and launch your games. You'll need to type a special code to exit from Kiosk mode (AAABA). This is great for gifts or sharing a device with a kid or whatever.

Meanwhile the Miyoo mini stares at you from a distance with a sad face !

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

🥺

What a truly Brilliant heart felt post. This is the template for joy and contentment. Techdweeb gives a priceless master class in when you found what you have been looking for. Thank you TD Mate!! Thank you.

Can you connect your bluetooth earphones to this?

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Not as far as I know

Anyone know how to save games to “favorites”?

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Hold X with the game highlighted in the game list.

Is there any significant difference between this and the 353P?

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Nope. Pretty small differences. The p version is only worth it if you intend to actually use it for Android stuff.

@Mosestylez

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Thank you very much! I bought the P version since I wanted some Android games! Love your channel 🙏🙏

Which ist better choice,rg353ps or rg35xx h?

@Watamel0n

Ай бұрын

Exactly my question :D

Mine won't load past the boot logo

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Very weird. Sounds like a corrupted SD card.

@markalexander5578

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb maybe, i bought a new one to try when I get home from work

Mary-oh! 😂

super KZreadr 🎉🎉🎉

does it do vectrex? that is the real question here

Love my 353ps. This plus my steam deck are all I need

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Solid combo!

Couldnt justify another 3566 after buying 20 JZ4770 AND RK3326 handhelds gotta stick to 2

Mine said it gad 9000 plus games and it only had 4500 . Mine had no mario games and no donkey kong country for snes

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I noticed that too! Not a big deal for me, I'm planning on replacing the ROM library, but that was a little bit weird huh?

There’s to many of these handhelds coming out it’s difficult to keep up with .

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

So true.

Why does he call it Anblernic instead of Anbernic?

I agree with you on the button colours Mr. Dweeb - those Anbernic coloured buttons that they've started using look absolutely garish and horrible! I've got an RP3+ in the European SNES colourisation, and that level of saturation is just about acceptable, though it helps that the buttons are small. For me, my favourite colour/saturation balance for controller buttons, is the original Playstation controller, recently copied by the AYA Neo Air Plus (I was set on getting the Intel i3 variant, until they doubled the price).

@AJDOLDCHANNELARCHIVE

Жыл бұрын

I'd really like one of these for PS1 games, with the 4:3 aspect ratio, stacked shoulders, analog sticks, and decent performance. I've got an RP3+, Miyoo Mini, and Anbernic 280V. Unfortunately, due to unexpected work troubles, and having bought 5 guitars in the past 5 months, I just can't afford to buy any non-essentials right now haha...

I got a sf2000 for 16 € with 2 controllers, a battery and a sd card. dont understand how a 150 dollar handheld decides to come without.

I forgot to comment on this one for the algorithm.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

So THAT'S why it was a flop!

Anblernic?

@TechDweeb

7 ай бұрын

Amblernic

This or X55 🤔

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

That's a tough call. I think this is the superior device in lots of ways, it's what I would personally choose, but it's hard to argue with that screen on the x55.

Still. Like my setup better...got my samsung s8 tablet right now attached to my over head mounted holder from the headrest of the bed laying back watching your video at a motel. If I want to play a game up to wii or ps2, wiiu possibly. I would get my ps4 or Xbox bluetooth controller. Bought new laptop can play wiiu on retrobat got the new update. Playing it your way my back would get stiff or arms holding it up after awhile. My eyes would sqint looking at the screen looks like more work after a hard workweek.

@TechDweeb

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a solid setup!

@craftymulligar

Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb yeah I like it its the best gadget I ever made from building stuff...built electronic projects..put in time to submit patents...although back out the patent racket. I built projects from age 16 now 50. The one I was talking about is a 3 in 1 with attachments used for 7 years beat up now. But use it every day since..don't get no views from my channel don't care. I guess if I really made a how to. Maybe you will build one from looking at my setup. If you do you have my blessing and permission to show on your channel that is if you can build one. That would be your challenge I want to see. You seem like a capable man good luck.

The Problem with this one is that it's only €10 cheaper than the RG353P which also supports Android. So i wonder: What were they thinking? They kill their own products. It's €180 on Amazon. And if it's on Amazon, most people won't buy it from Asian stores.

@ondrej1893

Жыл бұрын

I ordered from Anbernic and the preorder price without tax+shipping was 87 USD.

@wizzel22

Жыл бұрын

​​@@ondrej1893 You can do that, of course. Please wait 6 Weeks for shipping, at least here in Germany. And if you don't add Tax+Shipping it's not the "real" price.

@themadmoderator8465

Жыл бұрын

@@wizzel22 never paid any tax from anbernic and shipping is around 12 bucks for europe and usually they arrive in under 3 weeks

what is this guy

Isn't it ANBERNIC? Is this one (or the other) a knock off of the other (or this one)?

@strikelight

Жыл бұрын

You missed the schtick/gag.

@WxkR

Жыл бұрын

@@strikelight Definitely did. I thought it was a joke in the introduction. When he kept saying it, I started to wonder if he really knew the difference ha ha ha!

Rg353p or Rg353ps

@TechDweeb

11 ай бұрын

I'd go for the ps personally