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R36S Retro Game Emulation Handheld Console

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Cutesliving via Ali Express has R36S Retro Game Emulation Handheld Console on sale listed below. Shipping is free (delivery in 15-20 days).

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Available (select color on product page):
  • White $26.80
  • Translucent Black $26.83
  • Translucent Purple $26.82
  • Red $26.84
Specs:
  • 640x480 Screen Resolution
  • Portable and Pocket-Sized
  • 64GB Games Storage
  • Open Source Linux System allows for customization and modification of existing games.
  • 3.5 Inch IPS Screen
  • 3200mAh Battery

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  • About this Offer:
    • Offer is valid through June 24, 2024 or while supplies lasts.
    • This beats a recent Frontpage deal.
    • Check out this video review.
    • Refer to the original post & forum comments for additional details & discussion. -StrawMan86

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Cutesliving via Ali Express has R36S Retro Game Emulation Handheld Console on sale listed below. Shipping is free (delivery in 15-20 days).

Thanks to Deal Editor RevOne for sharing this deal.

Available (select color on product page):
  • White $26.80
  • Translucent Black $26.83
  • Translucent Purple $26.82
  • Red $26.84
Specs:
  • 640x480 Screen Resolution
  • Portable and Pocket-Sized
  • 64GB Games Storage
  • Open Source Linux System allows for customization and modification of existing games.
  • 3.5 Inch IPS Screen
  • 3200mAh Battery

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Offer:
    • Offer is valid through June 24, 2024 or while supplies lasts.
    • This beats a recent Frontpage deal.
    • Check out this video review.
    • Refer to the original post & forum comments for additional details & discussion. -StrawMan86

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The XU10 [aliexpress.us] is also on sale (for those interested).

Purple $30 or $26 w/ extra $4 off $29+ code USSS04
White $30.10 or $26.10 w/ extra $4 off $29+ code USSS04
Gray $29.98 or $25.98 w/ extra $4 off $29+ code USSS04

Features:

3.5" 640x480 IPS display
Rockchip RK3326S chipset
1GB DDR4 RAM
Dual joysticks
3000mAh removable battery
Two USB-C ports
Two microSD card slots (w/ 1x 64GB card included)
3.5mm headphone jack
Linux operating system
No WiFi / Bluetooth
Review [youtu.be]
Strongly recommend replacing the stock firmware this ships with, with ROCKNIX [rocknix.org], formerly known as JELOS (if you're comfortable w/ flashing custom firmware to a new microSD card using your PC).
The RK3326/RK3326S in these two handhelds are weaker than the H700 in the RG35XX H Generally speaking, you can expect better overall performance with the H700; most notably when it comes to Dreamcast, N64, Nintendo DS (esp. 3D titles), PSP, and Saturn emulation.
Yes, for the price, this thing rocks for those systems, ps1 most Dreamcast and many psp games.

Use your map and compass to find the appropriate build of ark os and then search out 'tiny best set' for the treasure ye seek ☠️

also check out Portmaster if you wanna play GTA 3 and GTA VC

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The XU10 [aliexpress.us] is also on sale (for those interested).
  • Purple $30 or $26 w/ extra $4 off $29+ code USSS04
  • White $30.10 or $26.10 w/ extra $4 off $29+ code USSS04
  • Gray $29.98 or $25.98 w/ extra $4 off $29+ code USSS04
Features:
  • 3.5" 640x480 IPS display
  • Rockchip RK3326S chipset
  • 1GB DDR4 RAM
  • Dual joysticks
  • 3000mAh removable battery
  • Two USB-C ports
  • Two microSD card slots (w/ 1x 64GB card included)
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Linux operating system
  • No WiFi / Bluetooth
  • Review [youtu.be]
Strongly recommend replacing the stock firmware this ships with, with ROCKNIX [rocknix.org], formerly known as JELOS (if you're comfortable w/ flashing custom firmware to a new microSD card using your PC).
Last edited by RevOne July 1, 2024 at 09:24 AM.
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Coupon code is not restricted to new or eligible users. It's generally available to use.
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Quote from VioletTent657 :
Coupon code is not restricted to new or eligible users. It's generally available to use.
Thanks for confirming Smilie Repped
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Quote from RevOne :
The XU10 [aliexpress.us] is also on sale (for those interested).
  • Gray $29.98
  • White $30.10
  • Purple $30.10

Can try using the $4 off $29+ coupon (USSS04) on this item.

Features:
  • 3.5" 640x480 IPS display
  • Rockchip RK3326S chipset
  • 1GB DDR4 RAM
  • Dual joysticks
  • 3000mAh removable battery
  • Two USB-C ports
  • Two microSD card slots (w/ 1x 64GB card included)
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Linux operating system
  • No WiFi / Bluetooth
  • Review [youtu.be]
Strongly recommend replacing the stock firmware this ships with, with ROCKNIX [rocknix.org], formerly known as JELOS (if you're comfortable w/ flashing custom firmware to a new microSD card using your PC).
This thing looks great, n41 to replace my rg35xx, thx.
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Quote from Krakn3Dfx :
This thing looks great, n41 to replace my rg35xx, thx.
Awesome, glad it could help someone out Smilie I definitely recommend using the ROCKNIX custom firmware on the XU10, if you feel comfortable with the process. I wasn't a fan of the stock firmware (bit too locked down for my taste; which is good for kids so they don't accidentally muck up the settings, but not if you're someone who likes access to customizing your settings).
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Been wanting to play some NES SNES N64 games. This fit the bill if I'm fine sailing the high seas?
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Quote from RevOne :
Awesome, glad it could help someone out I definitely recommend using the ROCKNIX custom firmware on the XU10, if you feel comfortable with the process. I wasn't a fan of the stock firmware (bit too locked down for my taste; which is good for kids so they don't accidentally muck up the settings, but not if you're someone who likes access to customizing your settings).
For sure yeah, bookmarked the site to do it when this arrives, thanks again.

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Quote from Danimal86 :
Been wanting to play some NES SNES N64 games. This fit the bill if I'm fine sailing the high seas?
Yes, for the price, this thing rocks for those systems, ps1 most Dreamcast and many psp games.

Use your map and compass to find the appropriate build of ark os and then search out 'tiny best set' for the treasure ye seek ☠️

also check out Portmaster if you wanna play GTA 3 and GTA VC
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The reviews on Aliexpress on that XU10 says great unit but cards were corrupted and didn't work. So I would expect to have to update to another OS in order to get it working.

Otherwise the reviewers love it.
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Can't say no to these cheap emulators. I. For 1
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How powerful is this compared to Anbernic 35XX H?
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Quote from Ambutaco :
How powerful is this compared to Anbernic 35XX H?
The RK3326/RK3326S in these two handhelds are weaker than the H700 in the RG35XX H Smilie Generally speaking, you can expect better overall performance with the H700; most notably when it comes to Dreamcast, N64, Nintendo DS (esp. 3D titles), PSP, and Saturn emulation.
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Quote from RevOne :
Awesome, glad it could help someone out I definitely recommend using the ROCKNIX custom firmware on the XU10, if you feel comfortable with the process. I wasn't a fan of the stock firmware (bit too locked down for my taste; which is good for kids so they don't accidentally muck up the settings, but not if you're someone who likes access to customizing your settings).
I don't see the XU10 listed on the ROCKNIX GitHub under the platform/devices. Since the XU10 shares the basic same chip as the R35S, do i just download that firmware?
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Quote from RevOne :
The RK3226/RK3326S in these two handhelds are weaker than the H700 in the RG35XX H Generally speaking, you can expect better overall performance with the H700; most notably when it comes to Dreamcast, N64, Nintendo DS (esp. 3D titles), PSP, and Saturn emulation.
Thank you for the reply. I will wait for Anbernic deals then!

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Quote from asjshenry :
I don't see the XU10 listed on the ROCKNIX GitHub under the platform/devices. Since the XU10 shares the basic same chip as the R35S, do i just download that firmware?
That's correct Smilie On this page [github.com], you'll find the (MagicX) XU10 is listed as the last device for the 1st download package where the RG315P/M/V, RG36S, etc. are listed. Screenshot below.


I would say hold on to the original microSD card it came with and put it aside for safe keeping. Flash ROCKNIX to a different (name brand) microSD card.
As a bonus tip, if you happen to have a USB-A female to USB-C male adapter (example [amazon.com]) and a USB WiFi adapter (example [amazon.com]), you can plug those two (connected together) into the USB-C port marked OTG on the XU10 and download future ROCKNIX updates over-the-air; rather than have to take out and (re)flash the card again using your PC every time they put out a new update. Those types of adapters can be found for less btw; just using those as examples.
Last edited by RevOne June 17, 2024 at 01:10 PM.

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