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Sheesh, we get it. You're not the target audience
I asked why someone should buy one of these things instead of using what you already have, and every reason given was poorly thought out and was unable to explain or justify the purchase.
Seems like the target audience are idiots with spare cash, who are impressed by glowing analogue sticks and poor functionality.
A d-pad with tactile buttons, a non-android (or iOS) system that takes micro sd cards are pretty good reasons. And the functionality is very good. Not sure why you assume it isn't.
What console controller doesn't have that? Plus they tend to fit your hands. This thing looks like a portable hand cramp.
In what way does andriod or iOS limit your ability to run emulators? Micro SD cards are nice, but total over kill for some N64/Dreamcast roms.
Maybe for PSP games but only if you wanted all of them all the time, and that totals over 1.4 TB of storage, an SD card that can store all that is anywhere from double to 5 times the price of this handheld... What a great feature!
Do you slip it into your pocket next to your phone?
Its functionality is fine, but your phone can do everything this thing can do and more for free since you already own it. The best argument people can make is about the controls which is such an easy problem to solve and often can be done with devices you already have; This $100 thing is an overly niche gimmick.
I am able to install lean, custom linux based OS onto the device which I much prefer to either android or iOS - it fully boots in 5 seconds, there is no bloat to speak of. I had a 256GB card which I have now put to use in this device - it holds PSX, N64, Dreamcast, SNES, GBA, GB and MAME games. More than enough to keep me entertained on any road trip. And it didn't cost me $100, I paid $50, an almost insignificant outlay.
Ok so you ignored half of what I said in my previous comment, just going to assume you are admitting you have no real argument when it comes to these points. But moving on..
So does an app.
Not PS2/Xbox/GameCube era consoles/games... Why not?
Not including the cost of the sd card right. Meanwhile a phone you already own has $0 outlay and does more.
You are not the judge as to what is or what is not a "real argument".
An appmay boot up in 5 seconds but android devices and iOS do not. I go from power off to gaming in 5 seconds.
But look who is talking about ignoring previously made points... I repeat, I like to keep my phone off when at my leisure and I prefer not the drain the battery for frivolous activities, especially when traveling.
It plays the systems that I want, hence why I purchased it. You are under no obligation to do so. I'm still not sure why this device and others like it have you so agitated.
If you ignore half of what I say, I can only assume your points.
True. But if your argument for buying this thing is that it turns on faster than a phone, id say that's a stupid reason to spend money. Especially when most people keep theirs on 99% of the time they own it.
I actually addressed your point earlier, you should read what I write rather than skimming it, I said that both a phone and a controller have better battery life than this thing (which only has 2 to 7 hours of battery in one charge). Carrying a charger or a battery pack is a cheaper and a lot more practical.
What is the point of buying a device with the functionality of a modern phone if you don't want to use it? it's such an easy problem to solve and instead you turn to buying/carrying superfluous devices. If you just wanted a phone with incredible battery life and no functionality, buy a 3310... It's cheaper too.
I asked why people are buying these things when your phone can do it all and more for free, and so far your answers are pretty dumb. It's a fair question and reasons such as, 'I like keeping my phone off instead of using it, despite the fact that my phone can out perform this device in everyway'; is such a bad argument. You are worried about it running out when you're travelling so you turn it off; that will ensure you won't miss any emergency calls or messages!
Oh, so I am agitated now, don't project your feelings onto me, you're upset because I am making good points. Personally I couldn't give a shit about these things, but calling you an idiot for buying one is very entertaining.
Sheesh, we get it. You're not the target audience.