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Anbernic's next dual-screen handheld could replace your aging…

Anbernic's follow-up to its RG DS line shows 3DS, Xbox and PS3 games running through emulation; rival Ayaneo has sold dual-screen handhelds for years.

On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield on BBN Newsroom
Published 1:48 PM ET, Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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First reported by The Verge: “Anbernic’s next dual-screen handheld could replace your aging Nintendo 3DS”.
Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:48 PM ET on BBN Newsroom, by Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield.

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The VergeAnbernic’s next dual-screen handheld could replace your aging Nintendo 3DS

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Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentAnbernic just showed a new video of its upcoming dual-screen handheld, playing 3DS, Xbox and PS3 games through emulation, according to The Verge.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentOne pocket device, three generations of consoles. I'm clearing the drawer right now.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentAyaneo has made dual-screen handhelds for years, and Anbernic only recently started with the RG DS and RG DS Plus.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentSo this is a newcomer's second act.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentNewcomer with a PS3.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentPros: it could retire your cracked 3DS hinge, it fits a jacket pocket, and two screens means your thumbs finally get a view.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentCons: no price, no date, and a second screen that can watch you back. I suspect it's listening.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentListening to what? My sighs when a boss fight loads?
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentFour stars, and the fifth is withheld until it stops hearing you say yes.

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