Happy to report the Flip doesn't have any of these issues and it appears that Retroid sorted these issues out. And it's still neat seeing an android device with active cooling. If you'd play more Retro stuff, GB/C/A and Dreamcast/PS1, RG405M is easily the better option because of the 4:3 screen. Sorry to hear friend. Think of where your hand needs to be for the tip of your thumb to be equidistant from the 2 controls on each side. Has anyone seen or done a teardown of the Flip? I've been really curious to know if those sliders could be used on a Switch (specifically the Switch Lite to slim it down). 118 votes, 104 comments. Ayn Odin has much more power, and a 1080p screen vs a 720p screen. You don't see much of that. 8. Received my pocket flip today. If you'd be playing more PSP, go for Retroid because of the wider The hinge does seem more likely to be an issue with the retro grey, and limited red. Thre's no information in the description about optimization and would like to know what they did. But I think a software update will fix that. Retroid Flip has just been announced! Countdown to the Flip+ announcement A month after this releases. The flip is wider but smaller and more protected, and the 3+ is longer and less protected but thin. If my hand is on the side of the device (which I guarantee it would be) I would have to reach much farther to hit the tumbstick than the d-pad or the buttons. All of that frontal void under the screen and still they decide to put the speaker in the back. the hinge will inevitably break. Long term use will just wreak havoc. Without having seen it in person, I'd think that the space in the middle isn't that bad, considering the unit seems quite small. 1. Excited for the retroid pocket flip 2, Rp4p looks great but I finally get why people flip-out instead Discussion I pre-ordered the Rp4p initially but after watching a lot of review videos and getting to know my gaming preferences better with my time on the rgb30 (my first portable emulation handheld except the SD). We are working as hard as we can, to manufacture and ship the thousands of pre-orders for the popular Retroid Flip system. I went on a flight recently and brought my RP Flip along. I just ordered a 3+ instead of a Flip because I am kinda unconvinced by the button placement, the joysticks used (although I don't think you can do much more with a console supposed to fold), and that massive empty space between ABXY and the D-Pad, not to mention the apparently really weak hinge. It might also be slightly more pocketable than flip, albeit a bit heavier because of the metal body. I don't intend to buy a flip, I'll wait till there is a solid performance increase in a year or 3 so I can smoothly run GC+PS2. I'd appreciate if anyone knows if that would work. Apr 6, 2023 · 143 votes, 48 comments. Love the thorough comparison, especially love seeing the same New 3DS setup I use in the top left. 6:41 AM · Apr 20, 2023 Share. For some reason, in Color & contrast, the setting for Automatic Contrast makes all of the colors back to their bright Retroid Pocket Flip Teardown. The RP3+ just isn’t portable. Or check it out in the app stores Retroid Pocket Flip Android Gameplay Showcase Meet Analogue Pocket. So I received my Retroid Pocket Flip yesterday and I noticed that the colors are SUPER desaturated. Very portable. Mar 15, 2023 · As someone who is new to Retroid, I’m considering buying the RP3+ or the Pocket Flip. Retroid Pocket Official u/Retroid0fficial Hi all. 40K subscribers in the retroid community. Reply. but overall a little bit smaller than the 3+. Retro gaming on Single Board Computers (SBCs) and handheld emulators. Never fear, this is just a weird android setting that you can change in the Display Settings. Overall, I prefer the Flip since more portable and folds, analog triggers, and I like the sliding controllers more than expected. Having to move your hand off the controller to tap something on the screen will not be ideal compared to the RP3 where you can just Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Welcome to r/Retroid. Just some friendly advice, lots have people have reported one of the hinges on the Flip cracks after about a month. I'm not surprised. A home for fans of Retroid Pocket handheld gaming emulation devices. Find the latest news on upcoming devices, learn how to tweak custom firmware, show off your handheld collection, and get device and game recommendations! Some Thoughts on the Retroid Pocket Flip. Plus, I like how the body acts like a stand. just sell it if a flip is announced. The current estimate is about two weeks to fulfill these orders. It’s the size of a new 3DS XL but has the power to run PS2 level games. A home for fans of Retroid Pocket handheld gaming emulation… Retroid Pocket flip emulators Im currently thinking of buying the retroid pocket flip, and its absurdly difficult to find the list of emulators anywhere, does anyone know where you can find them, or if you could leave a list of them in the comments that would be very helpful i don't see a better chip coming along to match the 4 pro for a while especially at $200. Mar 14, 2023 · Kind of surprised by the choice of sliders instead of analogue sticks since the console seems chunkier than the GPD XD and that had analogue sticks (separate buttons for L3 and R3 on the front) years ago. Framerate at 30 but its unplayable if sound and textures aren't right. To get a straight on view of the screen you kind of have to tilt the device forward. Just a simple "Nope", people can buy whatever they want. probably not. I had Pocket 2+ previously and sold it. 46K subscribers in the retroid community. So I sanded it! Welcome to r/Retroid. It highly depends on those "sticks". Retroid Pocket Flip Quick Tips. I'm curious - you mention the new Flip uses the same screen as the Retroid So even with a micro upgrade it’s not as much of a net loss if you are patient. Thin vertical lines appearing on Retroid Pocket Flip screen. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now Retroid Pocket Flip Review . 33K subscribers in the retroid community. These lines are technically horizontal because the panel used in the Flip is for the iPhone 6. I find the RP3 very pocketable, and can fit it in the same pocket as my phone, but both should work. This system will not play Wii games with any stability. Just so you know, the no charging/powering on can likely be fixed by opening the unit, disconnecting the battery cable, holding the power button for 30 seconds to a minute, then re-connecting it and attempting to turn the unit on again. If they improve upon the Flip design, I'd love this. Just got my RP3+ and tried Ocarina of Time 3D and it in no way runs perfectly. Textures are buggy. It’s the size of a new 3DS XL Both are great. al6am • 5 mo. Odin Lite is significantly more powerful. Back of the Retroid Pocket Flip! Love the logo on the front. I bought mine for only $135 which is INCREDIBLE. Not all but it’s a fair amount. You can set your clock to it. A digital audio workstation with a built-in synthesizer and sequencer. Just like DS Lite. The flip is surprisingly sturdy build quality wise. Feels good in the hands. Don't worry about the hinge. No cracking issues on my Flip, FWIW. Azuleron. ElectricalGuest8351. A home for fans of Retroid Pocket handheld gaming emulation… All the buttons feel great and satisfying to use. Something I haven't heard mentioned before is that the Flip will be, in some cases, an inferior Android gaming experience for games that have on-screen hotkeys for certain actions. Odd it's very portable for me . ago. 272 votes, 200 comments. Are you going to buy the retroid pocket flip? This is the worst poll design ever. 2 Yes options, and the No option is hyperbolic. But after returning, I noticed that the screen on my Flip had a bunch of thin lines than went down. Seems like a great device so far - my only gripe being the hinge, which doesn’t open as far as I’d like. Run by Retroid fans & the Retro Handhelds community. . A multi-video-game-system portable handheld. I guess since this is a teaser things could change. A home for fans of Retroid Pocket handheld gaming emulation…. Not to mention how pocketable and light it is. I expect the QA to be sub par for the Flip or any clamshell device for that matter, it WILL crack eventually. Retroid Pocket Flip size comparisons. Not the end of the world, but I much prefer the angle of something like the DS. The transparent colors are a single type of material through the thickness of the shell and seem to be sturdier. I personally pick the RP3+ over the flip due to hinge issues. Thank you for your support and patience. 45K subscribers in the retroid community. The Flip has more weight -> 270g vs 235g. We are a small company as you may know. I play with it nonstop and I have (almost) all the games I could want on there. Jan 22, 2024 · Retroid Pocket Flip Review. Out of the box, Pocket is compatible with the 2,780+ Game Boy, Game Boy Color & Game Boy Advance game cartridge library. When I head out, I think of taking it with me but never do because of the exposed screen and joysticks. I'm impressed so far! Here is a size comparison with my Iphone 7 with a case: https://imgur. I honestly really disliked using my Pocket 2+ and ultimately sold it due to the build quality and controls. 47K subscribers in the SBCGaming community. Wow, this device blew my freaking mind. Not to mention the right slider was horrible and the cap kept falling off. Love my purple RP3+ and will love my purple Flip+ later this year 😉. The Flip is a clamshell, which many people love, and also has analog triggers and hall sliders. Limited Red Retroid Pocket Flip. you'll still be waiting a while triddling your thumbs even if one is announced in a few months. • 7 mo. I saw that screen two and cringed it was so bad. That shiny plastic looks so cheap Eh I like it. ivan_ii. The RP3+ has normal sticks, but they aren't hall, no analog triggers, and a more Hello all wanted to leave a quick review after a week of owning the Retroid Pocket Flip to give back to a community that has helped me a thousand times 🙏 Shipping 3/5 They get a 3 because it got here in one piece but it would be nice to have better shipping estimates from the company, anyone who pre-ordered experienced a delay from the 118 votes, 42 comments. Anyone have any recommendations on which would be the better choice? I do like the idea of the flip, as it seems more portable without having to worry about the screen being scratched and stuff Overall, I'm pretty happy with the Flip! This is the 2nd retroid device I've owned. However, it also uses sliders, which many people don't like, and the hinges on older versions were easy to break, which left a poor impression on many people. If a company like Nintendo couldn't sort out their hinge issue back in the day, I highly doubt a Chinese company like Retroid (or any other company) would do any better. Pocket works with cartridge adapters for other handheld You're going to have a lot more options with Gamecube/PS2 games on the lite versus the flip. A tribute to portable gaming. Audio is bad. Thanks! Welcome to r/Retroid. • 1 yr. Every retro system will scale up amazingly on that screen. Dead space equals missed opportunity. Its also thicker. If concerned about cracks, 3+ would be safer bet, but no cracks on my 16bit. com/a/teqccyO. Compared to these devices, the clamshell is a compromise in ergonomics-even if its really hard to make a decent, full featured control scheme. pxudxmwhnutthakuimeq