Anbernic has released Linux firmware version 1.1 for its RG DS dual-screen handheld. The update adds Vulkan support to improve PSP emulation, upgrades the included NDS emulator to version 1.0.2, and lets users turn off the unused display when playing single-screen games. via retrohandhelds.gg
AYN has shared another preview of its upcoming Odin 3 Portal handheld, this time demonstrating gameplay performance. The preview also highlights further quality-of-life hardware refinements ahead of the device's release. via retrohandhelds.gg
Retroid has announced that its Pocket 6, Nova and Duo handhelds will gain Linux support. The company is known for its Android-based retro handhelds, and this move extends their software options beyond Android. via retrododo.com
Stanislav Parhomovich, creator of the MegaSwitch HD mod for Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, has released a similar HDMI mod for the Super Nintendo/Super Famicom called SuperSwitch HD. It works with non-1CHIP SNES units and outputs at 1080p, priced at $150 for the board. via retrorgb.com
AYN has released its first teaser trailer for the Odin 3 Portal handheld, following last week's announcement. The video confirms the device uses a Dragonwing Q8 processor and a 9,000mAh battery, both upgrades over the Odin 2 Portal, along with redesigned handgrips, larger thumbsticks and an anti-fingerprint coating. via timeextension.com
FunnyPlaying, maker of the FPGA-powered miniature Game Boy-style FPGB Mini handheld that plays original Game Boy cartridges, is set to release a new batch this week. The company has indicated there is bad news tied to this drop, following its previous release just weeks earlier. via retrododo.com
Veins of Iron, a Wolfenstein 3D-style first-person shooter for the Super Nintendo, has launched a Kickstarter campaign. The horror-themed game, inspired by 90s shooters and titles like Resident Evil, is designed to run on real hardware via a custom cartridge with a modern co-processor. via timeextension.com
Christian 'xeno74' Zigotzky has compiled Linux kernel 7.3.0 for AmigaOne X1000 and e5500 based machines, including X5000/20, X5000/40, Mirari, and QEMU VMs. The build includes improved I/O performance, AMD Zen 6 preparations, and fixes for DRM, FireWire, SCSI, sound, PCI, networking and IOMMU, along with a final 7.3.0 kernel for virtual pSeries machines. via amiga-news.de
AYN has released a new promotional video for its upcoming Odin 3 Portal handheld, revealing most of the device's details just a week after its initial announcement. The handheld shares a similar design to the existing Odin 2 Portal. via retrohandhelds.gg
AYANEO has sent backers and pre-order customers an updated shipping timeline for its handheld lineup. The Pocket Micro 2, originally due this month, is now expected to ship in early November because of delayed build components. via timeextension.com
Taki Udon, founder of RetroRemake, has posted a new clip of the FPGA SP handheld focused on its user interface options, including screen scaling. The device is a clamshell handheld styled after the Game Boy Advance SP that uses FPGA hardware to play original GBA cartridges. via timeextension.com
Modder "Bo Made It" is developing InkBoy, open-source software intended to let Game Boy games run on E-paper/E-Ink displays. The software exploits the waveform-based nature of E-reader screens, rapidly charging and discharging black and white pixels to mimic the Game Boy's original LCD animation. via timeextension.com
