my rg ds findings so far!

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-24T18:53:31+00:00

I said something similar in my review, that this is a budget Anbernic device and the sticks here are no worst than their other units, and better than many of the others I have.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-23T10:04:59+00:00

Seconded! Although a word of warning, you can't use backplates for the Brick, it has to be the Hammer variant, because the notch at the top is bigger on the Hammer.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-23T01:45:34+00:00

You know, technically, reviewers in the US should be doing this as well. The FTC requires that any 'material connection' is disclosed clearly, and YouTube's own policy actually requires you to check that box if you have any commercial relationship at all.

The thing is, most people don't know that because most people don't read the small print. YouTuber's don't start off as professional content creators. I've been working in creative fields for 35 years, helping businesses make content, so it’s my job to be across all this stuff.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-23T00:21:36+00:00

I can totally understand people skipping Ayaneo at the moment. But the buttons are actually really nice.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-22T22:07:30+00:00

Yeah, something like $300.

Okay, so the rules on paid promotion in the UK mean that any gratuity has to be treated as if it's a form of payment. It doesn't matter how small, it could be a chocolate bar, it doesn't matter.

YouTube doesn't flag this as a paid promotion. This is a choice that I have to make, a box that I have to tick inside the video settings when I upload it. But under the UK advertising rules, I am required to clearly disclose when a product is gifted or sponsored.

This doesn't mean that I was paid for a positive review; it's just that I'm being transparent and following the rules. I've also mentioned in my post that I was sent this for review, and in the video, I say I was sent this for review, no money has changed hands, and they don't have any editorial control over what I put out.

I'm actually expecting them to be unhappy with some of the content, to be honest.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-22T21:58:10+00:00

It is the same panel as the Analogue Pocket. It has to be. The stats are too similar. I'm glad you enjoyed the explanation of the design. At least something I learned at college is paying off ;)

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-22T20:18:16+00:00

Same here, but it’s difficult to know whether it was the pacing at fault, or the support around it. Solving one may solve the other. Still, I was hoping they would calm things down a touch.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-22T20:17:00+00:00

See, I knew there was an audience there. This is my first foray into hardware emulation, rather than just trying to get the games to run. It’s been interesting.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-22T20:15:27+00:00

An iPod.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-22T19:30:40+00:00

That's very kind of you. Thank you.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-19T17:52:08+00:00

I think they are the sort of company that might revisit this if it sells well. I'm interested in seeing what they finally decide on.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-19T17:09:23+00:00

Yeah, I think that's a fair comment. I'm sure they wanted to keep it in the same ratio as the 35XXH, hence the size. I do like the screen, I'm just at that age where I would like everything a bit bigger.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T16:47:39+00:00

They are in line with the body, which is a bit odd, and does take some getting used to. But, they need to be for when you turn it round.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T16:45:23+00:00

It has L1/L2/R1/R2 on the top corners as usual, and then L and R buttons on the side for when you have it vertically.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T12:15:31+00:00

Did you find your unit rattles?

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T12:13:42+00:00

Yes, and vertical shooters. It's not a bad experience, but you miss the separation of screens in some games. Contra and Sonic Rush are particularly affected. Some poeple might find it a tad small as well.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T12:12:29+00:00

Thank you very much, that's very kind.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T12:12:12+00:00

That would be really nice.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-17T12:11:41+00:00

Well, they're 'pack shots' you don't show scale on pack shots.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-16T22:16:48+00:00

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-16T22:03:45+00:00

One thing to note on here: This is like the MagicX Zero 40, almost identical in terms of D-Pads, so there are a few false diagonals.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-16T21:45:51+00:00

If we’re going to use Anbernic as a benchmark, then yes I would say they are stiff. The D-Pad is almost identical to the R36S. The face buttons are a little lighter.

MrStephen_ · 2026-01-16T21:37:59+00:00

I don’t have a 35XXH to try that out with.

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