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- video.gamerstavern.online Anbernic RG405M Performance Regression with version 1.5.1. of GammaOS
GammaOS version 1.5.1. has some real improvements over version 1.3.3. The ability to change performance modes with the touch-screen, rather than a button combination, being one of them. However, wh...
GammaOS version 1.5.1. has some real improvements over version 1.3.3. The ability to change performance modes with the touch-screen, rather than a button combination, being one of them. However, when playing higher-end consoles, there is a notable performance regression. In this video, that can be seen with both GameCube and PlayStation 2.
If you want to stick with consoles up to the PlayStation or Nintendo 64, the upgrade to version 1.5.1. is a no-brainer. For higher-end consoles, you may want to stick with version 1.3.3. and put up with a few inconveniences.
Performance mode was used in all tests. Dolphin 5.0-21395 was used for GameCube and NetherSX2 was used for PS2.
Have you experienced this performance regression?
I've also made a bug report over at https://github.com/TheGammaSqueeze/GammaOS/issues/169
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Anbernic RG35XXSP Impressions: They Nailed It -- Retro Game Corps
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"The clamshell RG35XXSP is Anbernic's latest handheld, and their first with this form factor..."
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GammaOS is available for RK3566 Anbernic devices: RG353P / RG353V / RG353M / RG ARC-D
github.com GitHub - TheGammaSqueeze/GammaOS-RK3566: LineageOS based firmware for Anbernic Rockchip RK3566 devicesLineageOS based firmware for Anbernic Rockchip RK3566 devices - TheGammaSqueeze/GammaOS-RK3566
It's been available since December.
Has anyone used it on one of these devices? How do you rate it?
Are you planning to try it?
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Anbernic Is Working On Another 1:1 Screen Handheld - Time Extension
"We've already seen the likes of the Analogue Pocket, RG Nano and Powkiddy RGB30, and now Anbernic is adding another system to the list in the form of the recently teased RG Cube..."
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RG35XXSP Is Official & "Available Soon" According To ANBERNIC -- Retro Dodo
retrododo.com RG35XXSP Is Official & "Available Soon" According To ANBERNICThe rumoured RG35XXSP form ANBERNIC is official, and they have informed us that it will be available soon which excites us!
"The rumoured RG35XXSP form ANBERNIC is official, and they have informed us that it will be available soon..."
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MinUI CFW Released for the Anbernic RG28XX (Install Guide) -- Retro Handhelds
retrohandhelds.gg MinUI CFW Released for the Anbernic RG28XX (Install Guide) - Retro HandheldsThe RG28XX just released and there is already CFW out for it! MinUI has already gotten support rolling for the brand-new horizontal device from Anbernic,
"The RG28XX just released and there is already CFW out for it! MinUI has already gotten support rolling for the brand-new horizontal device from Anbernic..."
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ANBERNIC RG28XX Portable Retro Handheld Demonstration
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From Anbernic's YouTube channel:
"Introduction: RG28XX, a retro, exquisite and compact handheld device, offers a unique gaming experience in four stunning colors..."
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Upcoming ANBERNIC RG35XX SP Clamshell Handheld "Leaked"--retrododo
retrododo.com Upcoming ANBERNIC RG35XX SP Clamshell Handheld "Leaked"A new video has leaked showing what has been described as the RG35XX SP, a clamshell retro handheld emulator that's coming soon.
"A new video has leaked showing what has been described as the RG35XX SP, a clamshell retro handheld emulator that's coming soon..."
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ANBERNIC 2024 NEW Version RG35XX official promo
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"Color: Gray/ Transparent white/ Transparent purple/Transparent black Screen: 3.5-inch IPS full viewing angle, OCA full lamination/ 640\*480 CPU: H700 quad-cor..."
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THE Best Handheld of 2024 (Anbernic RG556 Review) - Joey's Retro Handhelds
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"In this video, we're going to review the Anbernic RG556 and talk about why it might just be the best handheld of 2024..."
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Unable to Insert TF2 into RG353V
Wife and I just received our handhelds and I’m having a terrible time inserting the second card back into the device.
Curious if anyone has any pointers.
Thanks in advance.
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ANBERNIC RG35XX Plus Review - Retro Dodo
retrododo.com ANBERNIC RG35XX Plus Review - A Near Flawless $65 HandheldWe review the new ANBERNIC RG35XX Plus, an affordable retro handheld that can emulate Dreamcast games and more!
"We review the new ANBERNIC RG35XX Plus, an affordable retro handheld that can emulate Dreamcast games and more!"
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Anbernic RG ARC In-Depth Review
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"The new Anbernic RG ARC-D and ARC-S handhelds are inspired by the Sega Saturn and Genesis controllers..."
- retrododo.com ANBERNIC Reveals NEW RG-ARC, A SEGA Inspired Retro Handheld
Anbernic has just dropped the first official look at their upcoming Sega inspired handheld, the RG-ARC. Let's take a look!
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Anbernic RG405V In-Depth Review
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"The Anbernic RG405V is a new vertical handheld designed for comfort, and features a 4" display and decent performance up to GameCube and PS2. In this video ..."
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I've been testing Metroid Prime on the Anbernic RG405M (GammaOS), running on various versions of Dolphin
Note: using the PAL ROM.
I would say that the official Dolphin has the best outright performance. Unfortunately, it doesn't display the menus properly, and it doesn't show the map at all.
The only version of Dolphin that would display the map for me was MMJR 11505.
Here are the settings I changed from default:
General -> Sync on skip idle
: disabledGeneral -> Audio stretching
: enabledGraphics -> Graphics API
: VulkanGraphics -> Shader mode
: asynchronous (skip drawing)Graphics -> Aspect ratio
: Force 4:3Hacks -> Skip EFB access from CPU
: enabledHacks -> GPU texture decoding
: enabledHacks -> Immediately present XFB
: enabled
Other Dolphin versions tested:
- MMJR2
- MMJR3
- Retroid Pocket 3+
Overall, the game is quite playable with MMJR 11505. It does stutter sometimes, and there are some graphical glitches, but I got to the point where I forgot I was testing and started to play the game - that's always a good sign. I tested up to defeating the first boss.
Have you had any success in getting the map to display with other versions? Do you recommend any other settings?
EDITED to add another note.
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If you have an Anbernic RG405M or RG505, running GammaOS, many guides for the Retroid Pocket 3+ or flip will be relevant
Why, specifically, when you're running GammaOS? Because GammaOS uses the GPU drivers from the Retroid Pocket 3+.
Compatibility lists, such as this one, are also relevant.
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The Anbernic RG405V is a Thicc Boy™
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"Here are my initial impressions of the new Anbernic RG405V, a vertically-oriented handheld that is almost comically large and comfy...
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Anbernic RG35XX Custom Firmware Guide
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"The Anbernic RG35XX has several different OS options, and in this video we'll go over each of them and their advantages/disadvantages."
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Anbernic RG405V: Official Unboxing
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"The RG405V, as the first vertical version Android handheld, is equipped with Unisoc Tiger T618 8-core 64-bit processor, 4-inch IPS touch screen, and 640 \* 480..."
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Rules for the community
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This is a place for us to help each with great advice and friendly chat. You should feel safe to ask a question, even if you think it might be a silly one.
We can disagree while being respectful. We can make a point without condescension.
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The Ultimate Miyoo Mini ARCADE guide (Onion OS) (on Reddit) is a good example of the right balance.
The purpose of this rule is to protect the long-term viability of kbin, Lemmy, and this community.
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GarlicOS failure
I fired up the Anbernic RG35XX this morning and it worked fine for a bit and then started flashing and games would launch and then immediately quit. The whole screen was flashing / blinking. I tried the stock OS on the original SD card and it worked fine. I ended up doing a fresh install of GarlicOS on a new SD card and that was fine, so I guess my original install hosed itself somehow. Anyone else have issues like that?
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The Anbernic RG35XX Now Ships With GarlicOS Community Made Custom Firmware
retrododo.com The Anbernic RG35XX Now Ships With Community Made Custom FirmwareThe Anbernic RG35XX pocket and budget friendly handheld is now going to be shipping with a community made custom firmware, Garlic OS.
"The Anbernic RG35XX pocket and budget friendly handheld is now going to be shipping with a community made custom firmware, Garlic OS."
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GammaOS Makes the RG405M (and RG505) So Much Better
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"GammaOS is a new custom Android operating system for the Anbernic RG405M and RG505 devices. It improves performance, battery life, controls, and even the di..."
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RG35XX Port of AM2R Koriki Beta 0.7.1 (Another Metroid 2 Remake)
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"Ported to RG35XX by Johnny on FlameIf. If you like this port of AM2R, consider to support developer here: https://ko-fi.com/johnnyonflame Download latest Koriki..."
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Installed Hall Effect sticks in my 353v. also installed betterbuttons L/R1/2 buttons previously
Have you done any customizing on your Anbernic handhelds?
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Which syllable gets the emphasis in the name "Anbernic"?
Sometimes I put the emphasis on the first syllable - "ANbernic".
Sometimes on the second - "anBERnic".
There may not be a correct answer, but I'm curious about the consensus. How do you say it?
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The Anbernic naming scheme explained - what "RG353VS" actually means
An Anbernic model name breaks down into the following sections:
|Range|Screen-size|Generation|Orientation/material (optional)|Suffix (optional)| |:---:|:---------:|:--------:|:-----------------------------:|:---------------:| | RG | 35 | 3 | V | S |
Range
Always RG for us. "Retro Gaming".
Screen-size
In this example, we have a 3.5 inch screen.
Other examples:
- "28" - 2.8 inch screen
- "50" - 5.0 inch screen
Generation
Generally refers to the chipset used.
0 was the first generation (RG350, RG280V) with the Ingenic JZ4770 chipset. 1 was the second generation (RG351P/M/V) with the Rockchip RK3326 chipset. 2 I don't remember any devices released with this generation name 3 is the fourth (?) generation (RG353P/M/V, RG503) with the Rockchip RK3566 4 I don't remember any devices released with this generation name 5 is the sixth (?) generation (RG405M, RG505) with the Unisoc Tiger T618
As to what happened to generation names 2 and 4, they may have been used for products that were developed internally but never made it to market, or they may just not have liked the names. Are they unlucky numbers?
Orientation/material
In our example, "V" means Vertical.
When a device has a horizontal orientation, this letter (if it's included) denotes the material:
P: Plastic M: Metal
Suffix
In our example, the "S" indicates this device does not run Android but, rather, only Linux. Perhaps it stands for "Simple" or "Special".
Another example is "P", as used in RG351MP. Here, it stands for "Professional".
Examples which break the rules
RG35XX
"RG35" tells us that it's a 3.5 inch retro-gaming device.
I interpret "XX" as meaning "this device doesn't fit our naming scheme". To assign a generation would have been tricky, because it's not a "successor" to previous devices. They could have used "V" to denote the fact that it's a vertical device, but "RG35XV" doesn't look right.
RG Nano
"We give up! Let's just give it a cool name."
Are there any other rule-breaking examples that I've missed?
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What's everyone playing?
I recently played through the 2D Metroids and had a great time.
This was my first time replaying Super Metroid in a few years. After Zero Mission and AM2R (I played the remakes), I was surprised at just how floaty everything is in Super Metroid. Jump, wait a while, land, shoot... I love the atmosphere and exploration of Super but the slow movement took a bit of getting used to.
What are you playing? Have you found games to feel a little different than you remember?
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Koriki for RG35XX Beta 0.8 has been released.
Per developer acmeplus, Beta version 0.8 of Koriki for the RG35XX is now available. You can read about the changes in this latest version and find the download link posted here.
Koriki is a still in development custom firmware that combines the SimpleMenu front end with a fork of the GPU enabled firmware from Batocera (in fact, it has replaced a cancelled port of Batocera to the RG35XX). While the RG35XX ships with a Quad-core PowerVR SGX544MP GPU onboard, it is disabled in the original firmware, and thus in Garlic OS. Seeing it enabled should give the 35XX a bit more juice.
A more in depth article on Koriki is available at Retro Handheld Guides.
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GammaOS custom firmware for Anbernic RG405M
github.com GitHub - TheGammaSqueeze/GammaOS: LineageOS based firmware for Anbernic Unisoc T618 devicesLineageOS based firmware for Anbernic Unisoc T618 devices - GitHub - TheGammaSqueeze/GammaOS: LineageOS based firmware for Anbernic Unisoc T618 devices
GammaOS is based on #LineageOS 19.1 ( #Android 12 ). It provides a de-bloated and performance optimized experience for users who are looking to get the best out of their #Anbernic #RG405M.
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It's So Small! Anbernic RG Nano Review from Retro Game Corps
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The new Anbernic RG Nano is a FunKey S clone with a fancy metal shell and a great screen. Let's dive into this little guy and see if it's something you'd lo...