Globally introduced handheld device, the AYANEO Pocket DS, boasts a two-screen Android setup.
The gaming world is abuzz with excitement as AYANEO, a leading name in portable gaming, is set to unveil its latest creation – the AYANEO Pocket DS. The device, currently on display at the Qualcomm booth at ChinaJoy in Shanghai, promises to deliver an immersive gaming experience like never before.
Powerhouse Performance
At its heart, the Pocket DS is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2, a processor that has proven its mettle in earlier AYANEO models like the Pocket Ace and Pocket S. This powerhouse chipset, coupled with Adreno A32 GPU, ensures smooth and seamless gameplay.
Display and Graphics
The Pocket DS boasts a 7-inch OLED primary display, offering a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080. The display is capable of a variable refresh rate of up to 165 Hz, ensuring crisp and smooth visuals. It boasts a peak brightness of 800 nits, supports 90% DCI-P3 colour, and HDR for an unparalleled visual experience.
A secondary 5-inch LCD display, with a 1024 x 768 resolution and a 4:3 aspect ratio, complements the primary display. This secondary screen offers a peak brightness of 550 nits.
Memory and Storage
The Pocket DS comes equipped with LPDDR5x RAM, with potential configurations of 8GB, 12GB, and 16GB. The device also features UFS 4.0 flash storage, with initial base options likely to be 128GB (using UFS 3.1), and higher tiers including 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.
Battery and Charging
A massive 8,000mAh battery powers the Pocket DS, ensuring long gaming sessions without the need for frequent recharges. The device also supports PD fast charging.
Operating System and Cooling
The Pocket DS will run on Android 13, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of games. To manage heat, the device features a large cooling fan, copper heat sink, and cooling fins.
Controls and Connectivity
The Pocket DS offers TMR joysticks with a 1000Hz polling rate, linear Hall-effect triggers, a dual-screen key, navigation key, dual X-axis linear motors, and a 6-axis gyro. For connectivity, it features the latest high-speed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, and a microSD card slot.
Additional Features
The device features a power button with an integrated fingerprint scanner, a full-angle adjustable hinge with a 180-degree max opening, and the AYASpace + AYAHome software ecosystem.
Livestream and Availability
The AYANEO CEO has confirmed a livestream is taking place tomorrow to reveal the specs of the Pocket DS in detail. Meanwhile, there's still time to order the AYANEO Pocket S2 via Indiegogo before its price increases.
The AYANEO Pocket DS is positioned as a dual-screen Android handheld gaming device, targeting retro and 3DS-like gaming experiences. Full detailed specs and pricing are expected to be further revealed at ChinaJoy 2025 in Shanghai.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new device!
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- In the heart of this new gaming device, the AYANEO Pocket DS, technology giants Qualcomm's Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 and Adreno A32 GPU work together to ensure a smooth and seamless gaming experience on smartphones and other gadgets alike.
- With its impressive 7-inch OLED primary display boasting Full HD resolution, the AYANEO Pocket DS is set to deliver an unparalleled visual experience for gamers, rivaling the crispness and clarity found on smartphones and other high-quality devices.
