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Arduview handheld, featuring transparent shell, PCB, and display, heads to Kickstarter
Key points
- Arduview features a transparent shell, PCB, and display.
- The console is based on the open-source Arduboy platform.
- It plays community-made 8-bit games using an ATmega32u4 microcontroller.
- Kickstarter backers are expected to receive units in 2027.
Transparent Design Innovation
The Arduview handheld console is set to launch on Kickstarter, distinguishing itself with a fully transparent design that extends beyond just the outer casing. Its shell, motherboard, and display are all transparent, showcasing an integration of transparent electronic components.
This design choice aims to surpass previous transparent consoles, such as the Game Boy Color Atomic Purple or N64 Funtastic series, which only featured clear outer shells. The founder, Louis Huang, stated that the goal was to achieve complete transparency throughout the device.
Technical Specifications and Platform
The Arduview is built upon the open-source Arduboy platform, which is based on Arduino. It is designed for playing hundreds of community-made 8-bit games. The console utilizes an ATmega32u4 microcontroller, featuring 2.5KB of RAM and 32KB of storage.
The device weighs 50g, connects and charges via USB-C, and operates without an app store or Wi-Fi, focusing on direct gameplay.
Kickstarter Launch and Pricing
While an official Kickstarter launch date has not been announced, early access units are currently available for reservation at a 'founder price' of $49, with a projected retail price of $100. Kickstarter backers are anticipated to receive their hardware in 2027.
The early access program is currently open, allowing interested users to reserve a unit for $5.
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Reporting from
The Arduview, a new handheld gaming console with a fully transparent shell, motherboard, and display, is preparing for a Kickstarter launch. This device is based on the open-source Arduboy platform, designed for playing 8-bit games, and represents an advancement in transparent electronics beyond just clear casings.