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According to Analogue on X -

"3DOS v1.2.0 available now. Progressive mode, NSO N64 controller support, Library game date added + gameplay time tracking and tons more.

See the full changelog in thread below and update your Analogue 3D here: analogue.link/3d-1.2 "
3D Firmware 1.2.0 - Analogue
Firmware version 1.2.0 for 3D
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February 1, 2026 at 4:18 AM
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AYANEO answers the biggest performance question about its first gaming phone

Source: Android Authority
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AYANEO answers the biggest performance question about its first gaming phone
The AYANEO Pocket PLAY is set to use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300, answering a key hardware question ahead of its Kickstarter launch.
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January 31, 2026 at 11:26 PM
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Introducing the Mecha Comet, an open and modular Linux handheld computer.

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Mecha Comet - Open Modular Linux Handheld Computer
Truly yours to own, build and mod. Built and powered by tinkerers just like you.
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January 31, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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Dreamcast emulator, Deecy, gets a major update improving stability and compatibility.

github.com/Senryoku/Deecy
GitHub - Senryoku/Deecy: Experimental Dreamcast emulator written in Zig
Experimental Dreamcast emulator written in Zig. Contribute to Senryoku/Deecy development by creating an account on GitHub.
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January 30, 2026 at 9:44 PM
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Abxylute E1 - A $70 Dual-OS Handheld That Sadly Fails To Impress

Source: Time Extension
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Review: Abxylute E1 - A $70 Dual-OS Handheld That Sadly Fails To Impress
Abxylute-ly underwhelming
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January 30, 2026 at 9:43 PM
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Azahar 2124.3 Brings Back .3DS Support

Source: Retro Handhelds
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Azahar 2124.3 Brings Back .3DS Support - Retro Handhelds
Azahar has a surprise update that is small in scope, but a very big improvement for convenience and accessibility for newcomers!
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January 30, 2026 at 9:41 PM
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AYN is Sunsetting The Odin 2

Source: Retro Handhelds
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AYN is Sunsetting The Odin 2 - Retro Handhelds
AYN has some sad, but expected news about its handheld darling: The Odin 2, but it comes with an awesome deal on the Odin 2 Portal. Is this a funeral, or a cause for celebration?
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January 29, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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An alpha build for Beavis and Butthead do Hollywood for the PlayStation has been discovered. Cancelled around halfway through development, you can now play it through the link below.

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News/Beavis and Butt-Head Do Hollywood
Presenting, another contribution from our friend Billscat-socks!
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January 29, 2026 at 9:26 PM
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SteamOS Beta Improves Deck Performance, Adds Support for Old Games & More

Source: Geeky Gadgets
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SteamOS Beta Improves Deck Performance, Adds Support for Old Games & More
Big boost for Steam Deck users, SteamOS beta fixes microSD formatting issues and raises FPS in older games, giving smoother play and fewer hiccups.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Super Model 3 emulation comes to Android via Super. Have fun.

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SUPER3 - Apps on Google Play
A Sega Model 3 emulator for android.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:49 PM
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Ayaneo Launches Konkr Fit Compact Windows Gaming Handheld with Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 | TechPowerUp}

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Ayaneo Launches Konkr Fit Compact Windows Gaming Handheld with Ryzen AI 9 HX 470
Ayaneo launched the Pocket Fit in mid-2025 as a Snapdragon-powered Android gaming handheld, and it has now brought that compact form factor and minimalist design over to the Windows gaming handheld wo...
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January 28, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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Retroid Pocket 6 Shipping Delayed Due to Screen ‘Efficiency Limitations’

Source: Retro Handhelds
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Retroid Pocket 6 Shipping Delayed Due to Screen ‘Efficiency Limitations’ - Retro Handhelds
Waiting on a Retroid Pocket 6? Retroid says OLED screen calibration bottlenecks slowed output, but a new system should ramp production.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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Ayaneo ends Pocket Vert's Indiegogo campaign early for the benefit of backers - NotebookCheck.net News share.google/PJAmFKrZ0g49...
Expert Reviews and News on Laptops, Smartphones and Tech Innovations
Notebookcheck provides in depth reviews, technical articles like benchmark comparisons, and news on laptops / notebooks, smartphones, tablets and tech innovations.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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Retroid Pocket 6: reviews praise its performance and value, but knock some of its design choices

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Retroid Pocket 6: reviews praise its performance and value, but knock some of its design choices
Early reviews of the Retroid's latest handheld have begun to surface. While the Pocket 6 has mostly received praise, there are complaints about parts of its design, which is amusing considering Retroi...
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January 27, 2026 at 2:32 AM
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Steam Deck Emulation Upgrade, Retro Deck Adds 3DS & Switch - Geeky Gadgets share.google/Nd0b5a0h8ROv...
Steam Deck Gets Big Emulation Boost with Retro Deck Update
Steam Deck emulation just got smoother with Retro Deck's full rewrite and separated configs, so you set up once and play without conflicts.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:31 AM
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Miniloong Pocket 1 A $50 Handheld Revealed With Removable Faceplates & Buttons

Source: Retro Dodo
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Miniloong Pocket 1 A $50 Handheld Revealed With Removable Faceplates & Buttons
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January 26, 2026 at 11:44 PM
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Romhack of Super Mario Bros., entitled Super Bruh Bros. just released version 2.0

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[updated v2.0] SUPER BRUH BROS (NEW SMB3 HACK) New link in comments. 1/11/26 update
YouTube video by nerdaIert
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January 23, 2026 at 5:05 AM
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Ayaneo Pocket S Mini 4:3 Retro Handheld Officially Debuts

Source: TechPowerUp
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Ayaneo Pocket S Mini 4:3 Retro Handheld Officially Debuts
Many retro gaming enthusiasts have been seeking a handheld that delivers an uncompromising 4:3 gaming experience. Ayaneo understands this dedication and passion, and responds with the same pursuit of ...
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January 22, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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KONKR Pocket FIT backers can now redeem their compensation for shipment delays

Source: Android Authority
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KONKR Pocket FIT backers can now redeem their compensation for shipment delays
Backers of the KONKR Pocket FIT can now redeem the delay compensation AYANEO announced earlier in the month.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:51 PM
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Sega Hikaru emulation has been greatly improved thanks to the newest build of Demul. This is important because there haven't been very many options when it came to Hikaru emulation

Learn more below
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DEMUL - Sega Dreamcast Emulator for Windows
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January 22, 2026 at 2:26 AM
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Xbox Ally Owner Explains How They Added Real Game Boy Cartridges To Their Handheld

Source: Pure Xbox
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Xbox Ally Owner Explains How They Added Real Game Boy Cartridges To Their Handheld
Even the Game Boy Camera works!
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January 21, 2026 at 7:11 PM
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Hyperkin Floats the Idea of a Cart-Slotted N64 Portable

Source: Retro Handhelds
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Hyperkin Floats the Idea of a Cart-Slotted N64 Portable - Retro Handhelds
Hyperkin hinted at a possible N64 handheld with cartridge support, though not for a year or two, using the same ROM-dumping approach as the Mega95.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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RetroDECK's 0.10.0b Update Is Here Overhauling The Backend, Adding Azahar, And More

Source: Steam Deck HQ
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RetroDECK's 0.10.0b Update Is Here Overhauling The Backend, Adding Azahar, And More - Steam Deck HQ
RetroDECK got a huge new update overhauling the backend to make updates come faster, adding in 3DS emulator Azahar, and so much more to future-proof the retro platform.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:42 PM
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AYANEO reveals KONKR FIT gaming handheld with Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 80Wh battery and 7-inch OLED screen

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January 19, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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AYANEO's fancy Game Boy-like handheld is arriving earlier than expected

Source: Android Authority
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AYANEO's fancy Game Boy-like handheld is arriving earlier than expected
Instead of a delay, AYANEO has announced that it is moving up the shipment date of its Game Boy-like handheld, the Pocket VERT.
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January 18, 2026 at 6:04 PM