One thing I didn’t mention around build quality is it does seem the hinges crack fairly easily for some people. I don’t have this issue but figured it’s worth mentioning. Is this a problem you’ve run into too? Thanks for watching!
I just got my Retroid Pocket 3+ about a week ago and I'm absolutely obsessed with it. I got it mostly for N64 and Dreamcast. I actually avoided the Flip specifically because of the thumbsticks and because I have larger hands so I have 0 regrets with getting the 3+.
I had the Pocket Flip for about two weeks before it died on me and I had to send it back for refund. It just wouldn't power on anymore. So now I'm using my Pocket 3+ that I bought before the Flip. I enjoyed the form factor of the Flip more but at least the 3+ works with no issues. Maybe one day I'll try the Flip again.
I’m going down a path of all of the iterations of 3DS, probably / hopefully for a video! What model of 3DS did you use when you found it not ergonomic? I think the 2DS is my contender for worst ergonomics 😂
@@ScatteredBrain the original form factor ( i have the Zelda special edition). the 3ds xl was better but still not super great. The switch however is perfect.
Shame you didn't mention the hinge cracking issues. I've seen tons of reports of the hinges cracking on this device, but I haven't seen any reviewer discussing these issues.
I personally had one of the sports red flips and with light use the hinge cracked on me, luckily retroid had pretty good customer service and they refunded me my flip
I did fail to mention that - I’ll pin it as something to look out for or keep in mind! I have seen people mention this on Reddit. Thanks for watching! 😊
I'm having a tough time getting excited about the 2S due to the small screen. The aspect ratio, resolution and size don't fit the chipset. The T610 is well-capable of 3x PSP and widescreen hacks/cheats/ patches up through some GameCube and PS2.
@wingsfromheaven8788 @SDSakuragi I think this is one of the few times a retro emulation handheld maker is releasing a new product that isn’t meant to replace the entirety of the existing lineup. The 2S (at least I don’t think without getting my review out there) isn’t meant to be replace a pocket 3+ or instead of a flip, but a different device to consider. The flip is still a unique form factor. But we’ll see! Thanks for watching! 😊
😂 yea. Ergonomic… this device is not… plus add in making sure I’m holding it at an angle good for the camera, but even off-camera I really disliked playing games on the flip! Thanks for watching! 😊
That’s what’s great about the emulation handheld community. There’s TONS of these things so we CAN be picky and we CAN expect better. But this is just my opinion. I’m not telling anyone how to think or feel. Thanks for watching!
One thing I didn’t mention around build quality is it does seem the hinges crack fairly easily for some people.
I don’t have this issue but figured it’s worth mentioning.
Is this a problem you’ve run into too?
Thanks for watching!
I just got my Retroid Pocket 3+ about a week ago and I'm absolutely obsessed with it. I got it mostly for N64 and Dreamcast. I actually avoided the Flip specifically because of the thumbsticks and because I have larger hands so I have 0 regrets with getting the 3+.
I had the Pocket Flip for about two weeks before it died on me and I had to send it back for refund. It just wouldn't power on anymore. So now I'm using my Pocket 3+ that I bought before the Flip. I enjoyed the form factor of the Flip more but at least the 3+ works with no issues. Maybe one day I'll try the Flip again.
Oh wow that’s too bad but glad to hear working with Retroid’s support team was receptive to giving you a refund!
I had the same ergonomic complaints about the 3ds. I never really WANTED to play it and It made my hand hurt after a while.
I’m going down a path of all of the iterations of 3DS, probably / hopefully for a video! What model of 3DS did you use when you found it not ergonomic? I think the 2DS is my contender for worst ergonomics 😂
@@ScatteredBrain the original form factor ( i have the Zelda special edition). the 3ds xl was better but still not super great. The switch however is perfect.
Shame you didn't mention the hinge cracking issues. I've seen tons of reports of the hinges cracking on this device, but I haven't seen any reviewer discussing these issues.
I personally had one of the sports red flips and with light use the hinge cracked on me, luckily retroid had pretty good customer service and they refunded me my flip
I did fail to mention that - I’ll pin it as something to look out for or keep in mind! I have seen people mention this on Reddit.
Thanks for watching! 😊
I think the excitement has already moved on to the Retroid Pocket 2S at this point. Similar emulation performance at a $99 price point.
I’ve got mine on pre order! Will have a video for it pretty much as soon as I get it!
@@ScatteredBrain I pre ordered the clear black 4GB. Not sure if the extra RAM is worth it but the extra storage seemed like a reasonable upgrade.
I'm having a tough time getting excited about the 2S due to the small screen. The aspect ratio, resolution and size don't fit the chipset. The T610 is well-capable of 3x PSP and widescreen hacks/cheats/ patches up through some GameCube and PS2.
@wingsfromheaven8788 @SDSakuragi I think this is one of the few times a retro emulation handheld maker is releasing a new product that isn’t meant to replace the entirety of the existing lineup. The 2S (at least I don’t think without getting my review out there) isn’t meant to be replace a pocket 3+ or instead of a flip, but a different device to consider. The flip is still a unique form factor. But we’ll see!
Thanks for watching! 😊
The tensed up way you hold the device, I can totally imagine you getting cramped hands. Not to knock you, but it looks weird.
😂 yea. Ergonomic… this device is not… plus add in making sure I’m holding it at an angle good for the camera, but even off-camera I really disliked playing games on the flip!
Thanks for watching! 😊
@scatter brain, did you know the newest update allows you to set the M bottons to back or home??
7:05 - YES! 😀
@@ScatteredBrain it's a real game changer! I love my watermelon 🍉
Oh shit a limited edition sports red flip. Hinge crack incoming!
No need to worry, I will barely be using the Flip…. It’ll remain in that dumb case 😂
Thanks for watching!
Game Pass streaming app for Nintendo Switch would be dope 💟
It would make the flip a Switch Lite Mini 😂
I have no idea how I got here but I like what I see.
Got more videos on the way! Thanks for dropping by! 😊
I don't think everyone if flipping out over this handheld especially with the 2S coming out. Perhaps this video is a few months too late.
It was a fun title. The flip flips, but it’s a flop to me 😂
@@ScatteredBrainlol
Frankly I think all retroid are junk
What’s your top tier emulation handheld? I’m curious, since Retroid seems to have really made waves in the community!
I disagree with just about everything you said. You seem to picky
That’s what’s great about the emulation handheld community. There’s TONS of these things so we CAN be picky and we CAN expect better. But this is just my opinion. I’m not telling anyone how to think or feel.
Thanks for watching!