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Anbernic announces RG DDS dual-screen handheld with Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chip
Key points
- Anbernic revealed the RG DDS dual-screen handheld.
- It features a Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chip.
- Main display is 4.7-inch (5:3), secondary is 4-inch (4:3).
- Includes an extra analog stick and 6,000mAh battery.
- RG DDS starts at $299.99.
- Preorder discount is $284.99.
- Shipping starts in December.
- RG DDS runs Android 16.
- It has 8GB memory and 128GB storage, or 12GB memory and 256GB storage.
- A microSD card slot supports up to 2TB storage.
- It includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4.
- It has 1080p display output.
- It has a six-axis gyro.
New Dual-Screen Handheld Revealed
Anbernic announced its new dual-screen handheld, the RG DDS, which stands for "Dream Dual-Screen." This device follows Anbernic's previous dual-screen handheld, the RG DS, and is designed with features that cater to emulating Nintendo 3DS titles.
Hardware Specifications
The RG DDS is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chip, which is expected to allow the device to handle emulation up to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 2 games. It features a 4.7-inch main display with a 1,200 x 720 resolution and a 5:3 aspect ratio, alongside a 4-inch secondary display with a 960 x 720 resolution and a 4:3 aspect ratio. The device also includes a 6,000mAh battery.
Control Layout and Additional Features
The control scheme of the RG DDS closely resembles Nintendo's handhelds, but Anbernic added an extra analog stick on the right side. The device also incorporates an extendable capacitive stylus. Anbernic mentioned a dedicated AI button, but its specific functions have not yet been detailed.
Pricing and Availability
Anbernic has not yet disclosed pricing or a release date for the RG DDS. While its predecessor, the RG DS, was priced at $99, the RG DDS is anticipated to be more expensive. However, Anbernic's reputation for affordability suggests it could be competitively priced against devices like the Retroid Pocket Duo, which starts at $149.
Updates
- RG DDS starts at $299.99.
- Preorder discount is $284.99.
- Shipping starts in December.
- RG DDS runs Android 16.
- It has 8GB memory and 128GB storage, or 12GB memory and 256GB storage.
- A microSD card slot supports up to 2TB storage.
- It includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4.
- It has 1080p display output.
- It has a six-axis gyro.
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How outlets covered it
Anbernic announced the pricing and full specifications for its new RG DDS dual-screen handheld, starting at $299.99. The device runs on a Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 processor and Android 16, enabling emulation beyond Nintendo 3DS titles.
Anbernic unveiled the RG DDS, a new dual-screen handheld device featuring a Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chip and displays optimized for 3DS emulation. The device includes a 4.7-inch main screen with a 5:3 aspect ratio and a 4-inch secondary screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio, along with an extra analog stick and a 6,000mAh battery.