Anbernic RG Rotate Retro Handheld Console Launches May 11
Features a unique 1:1 swivel display and affordable pricing starting at $88.
Quick Look
- Anbernic's RG Rotate retro handheld console, featuring a 1:1 swivel display, launches May 11.
- It runs Android 12, has a Unisoc T618 CPU, 3GB RAM, and supports PS1, N64, and GameCube games.
- Prices start at $88 for the black model and $108 for the silver model, with early bird discounts available.
AI-generated summary
Anbernic's unique retro handheld console, the RG Rotate, will be available to order beginning on May 11. The portable machine includes a 1:1 swivel display that reminds me of an old-school T-Mobile Sidekick.
The specs are decent, so this machine should be powerful enough to run PS1, Nintendo 64 and maybe even some GameCube games, in addition to titles from older consoles. It features a Unisoc Tiger T618 octa-core CPU, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
It runs on Android 12 and also boasts a fairly large battery and a USB-C port for charging and data transfers. There's a gamepad, four traditional buttons and interchangeable shoulder buttons. The swiveling display ensures it can handle games with different aspect ratios.
The pricing is where this thing shines, especially in today's market. There are two versions of the RG Rotate. The black one includes a plastic shell with a metal front, and starts at just $88. The silver model features a complete metal body and starts at $108. Anbernic will knock off a few dollars as an early bird discount during the first few days of availability, which brings the prices down to $83 and $100.
