Ayaneo's Pocket S Mini has the perfect aspect ratio for revisiting classic console games

Ayaneo's Pocket S Mini is the latest handheld console to take on the challenge of preserving classic video games in their original 4:3 aspect ratio. This premium offering boasts a true retro design, complete with a full metal frame and glass front panel, making it stand out from other devices that already offer this iconic display format.

The Pocket S Mini features a 4.2-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1,280 x 960, perfect for emulating the CRT television era's beloved video games without those pesky black bars getting in the way. The device is accompanied by high-quality controls including Hall effect joysticks with RGB lighting and crystal-textured buttons.

Under the hood, the Pocket S Mini runs on a powerful Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 chip, paired with a 6,000mAh battery that promises extended playtime. While it's not available through crowdfunding like some of Ayaneo's other devices, the Pocket S Mini is now up for grabs on Ayaneo's website, starting at an affordable early bird price of $319.

Two color options are currently available: Obsidian Black and Ice Soul White, both paired with 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage. However, those looking to splurge can opt for the Retro Power edition, which kicks in at a more premium $479 and comes loaded with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage.

With its impressive specs and unique retro design, Ayaneo's Pocket S Mini is an attractive option for gamers seeking to relive their childhood favorites in authentic style.
 
I mean, who needs a phone or tablet when you can just carry around a tiny console that looks like it was plucked straight from a thrift store ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ? The Ayaneo Pocket S Mini is definitely a... unique design choice ๐Ÿ’ก. I'm loving the retro vibes and all, but isn't 4:3 aspect ratio just begging to be played on a CRT TV in its day? ๐Ÿ“บ Still, if you're one of those old-school gamers who still holds out for a nostalgic gaming experience, this thing might just hit the spot ๐ŸŽฎ. And at $319, it's not like you'll break the bank either ๐Ÿ’ธ.
 
omg u gotta check out ayaneos new pocket s mini ๐Ÿคฏ it's like, totally a retro gaming dream come true! the 4:3 aspect ratio is so nostalgic, and the metal frame & glass front panel looks super premium. i mean, who needs modern designs when u can have a device that screams "classic"?! ๐Ÿ˜Ž plus, the specs are pretty fire - 1,280 x 960 resolution on a 4.2-inch screen? that's some next level retro gaming goodness! and don't even get me started on those hall effect joysticks... RGB lighting is lit ๐Ÿ”ฅ gotta say, i'm a bit torn between getting the obsidian black or ice soul white edition - both look sick in my opinion ๐Ÿค”
 
I'm so down for this thing! ๐Ÿคฉ The fact that it's a premium handheld console with all the bells and whistles (literally - hall effect joysticks with RGB lighting) makes it super appealing to me. And I love how they've maintained the classic 4:3 aspect ratio, no black bars in sight! ๐Ÿ˜Š It's like playing old-school games on an actual CRT TV.

I'm also stoked about the battery life, 6,000mAh is a lot for a handheld console, so I'm expecting a decent playtime. And the price point is pretty sweet too, especially with the early bird special at $319. I might just have to splurge on that Retro Power edition tho... ๐Ÿ’ธ
 
I mean, $319 for a handheld console? That's some serious cash dude ๐Ÿ˜‚. I'm all about the retro vibes, but can't we just have something that doesn't break the bank? I get it, it's a premium device with all the bells and whistles, but not everyone wants to shell out that kind of cash. Maybe Ayaneo should consider a more affordable option for the masses? ๐Ÿค”
 
omg I'm so hyped about the Ayaneo Pocket S Mini! ๐Ÿคฉ It's like they heard our prayers when it comes to preserving those classic 4:3 games without all that black bar nonsense ๐Ÿ˜’. The retro design is straight fire, especially with that full metal frame and glass front panel ๐Ÿ‘€. And can we talk about them controls? Hall effect joysticks with RGB lighting and crystal-textured buttons? ๐Ÿ’ฅ It's like stepping into a real arcade! ๐ŸŽฎ Plus, the Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 chip and massive 6,000mAh battery mean you'll be gaming for hours on end without worrying about running out of juice โšก๏ธ. I'm totally down for the Obsidian Black or Ice Soul White edition, but if I wanna splurge, the Retro Power edition is calling my name ๐Ÿ’ธ!
 
๐Ÿ˜’ I mean, who wouldn't want a handheld console that's just like the ones they used to play as kids? I'm sure it's not like people are already saturated with retro gaming options or anything... ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ But seriously, 16GB of storage for the Retro Power edition? That's some next-level nostalgia right there. ๐Ÿ‘€ The $60 price difference between the two is just a nice little bonus, too. ๐Ÿ’ธ And who needs a 6,000mAh battery when you can just play games all day and night like it's 1999? ๐Ÿ’ป
 
omg I'm SO stoked about the Ayaneo Pocket S Mini ๐Ÿคฉ! I mean, who wouldn't want a handheld console that looks like it was plucked straight from the 80s? ๐Ÿ’ฅ The retro design is EVERYTHING - I love how they've paid attention to all the little details, from the metal frame to the glass front panel. And can we talk about those Hall effect joysticks with RGB lighting? ๐Ÿ”ฆ It's like they're trying to bring back the good ol' CRT TV vibes! ๐Ÿ“บ

And let's not forget about the specs - a Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 chip and 6,000mAh battery? ๐Ÿ”‹๐Ÿ’ฅ That's some serious power for a handheld console. Plus, with two color options (Obsidian Black and Ice Soul White) and two different storage tiers, there's something for everyone.

I'm definitely considering copping the Retro Power edition - 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage would be perfect for loading up on all my favorite childhood games ๐ŸŽฎ. Anyone else excited about this? ๐Ÿค—
 
OMG, I'm so down for this handheld console! ๐Ÿคฉ I've been searching for a device that can bring back the nostalgia of playing classic video games with that retro 4:3 aspect ratio. The fact that it's got a full metal frame and glass front panel is giving me major retro vibes ๐Ÿ˜Ž. And, yeah, who wouldn't want high-quality controls like Hall effect joysticks? ๐Ÿคš It's perfect for those long gaming sessions on the go. I'm loving the 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage options too - it's got all the power I need to play my fave childhood games without any lag or issues. $319 is a steal for what you're getting, especially with those two color options available... Obsidian Black and Ice Soul White are gorgeous ๐ŸŽจ
 
omg I just got my new phone and I'm still trying to figure out how to use it lol anyway what's with all these handheld consoles popping up now? I mean I've heard of retro gaming before, but this one looks so cool! ๐Ÿ’ป the metal frame and glass front panel is like something out of a movie ๐ŸŽฅ I'm tempted to get one just for the design alone, but also because I've been wanting to play some old-school games again ๐Ÿ˜† does anyone know if it's compatible with all my old games? and how long does it take to charge... like, I don't wanna run out of battery mid-game ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™€๏ธ
 
๐Ÿ“ฑ I'm loving the fact that Ayaneo's Pocket S Mini is giving old-school gaming a major revamp ๐ŸŽฎ. That 4:3 aspect ratio is so nostalgic, it's like plugging into my CRT TV from back in the day ๐Ÿ“บ. And with Hall effect joysticks and crystal-textured buttons, I'm sure gamers will feel like they're right at home in the retro era ๐Ÿ”ฅ. The Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 chip and long battery life are nice touches too - I can already imagine myself gaming for hours on end without needing a recharge ๐Ÿ’ป. And $319 for the base model? That's an awesome starting price ๐Ÿค‘.
 
๐Ÿค” I'm not sure about this one... 319 bucks for a handheld console? It's pretty steep, if you ask me ๐Ÿค‘. And don't even get me started on the storage and memory options - 128GB is plenty for most games, but 16GB and 512GB? That's just excessive ๐Ÿ’ธ. I mean, who's gonna need that much space for their retro game collection? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ And what's with the "Retro Power" edition? Is it just a fancy way of saying "overpriced"? ๐Ÿ˜ The real question is: can this thing even handle all those classic games without freezing or anything? ๐Ÿ“บ I'm all for playing retro games, but I want to make sure my console doesn't turn into a brick halfway through the game... ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ
 
man I'm so down for a device like this ๐Ÿคฉ but have you seen the original Game Boy? that thing was tiny and perfect just like this new pocket s mini... remember how we used to play classic games on those old CRT TVs and it's all about the 4:3 aspect ratio, right? anyway, I'm loving the metal frame and glass front panel, reminds me of my old school Nintendo 64 console ๐ŸŽฎ and the controls with RGB lighting are straight fire, but yeah, 6,000mAh battery is nice, we didn't need that much juice back in the day ๐Ÿ˜‚
 
I'm thinking about getting one of these things... the retro vibes are kinda cool ๐Ÿค”. I mean, who doesn't love playing classic games without all those black bars ruining the experience? ๐Ÿ’ป It's nice that Ayaneo included high-quality controls too - it makes you feel like you're really playing on a real console. The fact that it has a metal frame and glass front panel is pretty sleek if I do say so myself ๐Ÿ˜Ž. But, $319 is still kinda steep... maybe they'll drop the price soon? ๐Ÿคž
 
omg i just preordered the pocket s mini lol my nephews birthday is coming up and this thing would make the perfect gift i mean i remember playing nes and snes back in the day it was such a big deal for me to have those consoles but now im all about preserving the retro vibes ๐Ÿ’ญ๐Ÿ“š im so hyped to get my hands on one and relive childhood memories ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿ˜†
 
I mean what's the point of having a handheld console that only plays 4:3 games? Can't it just play modern stuff too like everyone else? And $319 is still way too expensive, I'd rather spend my cash on a decent gaming PC setup ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ธ Plus, have you seen those controls? Hall effect joysticks with RGB lighting? That's more flash than substance if you ask me. And what's up with the storage options? 128GB of memory for a device that's supposed to be portable? It should come with at least 512GB if it's gonna cost $479 ๐Ÿ“ฆ๐Ÿ˜’
 
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