This Tiny Handheld Has Big Potential

The MagicX Mini Zero 28 is the latest micro handheld on the block, and like with many early releases, it has a lot of potential - it has solid hardware and some big improvements over its predecessor, and a surprisingly functional version of Android. But is it enough to separate it from others within an increasingly saturated space? Buy one here (non-affiliate): https://shop.magicx.team/products/magicx-mini-28 Stuff mentioned in the video: 3D-printed sticks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SlugsWorkshop3D Genki MoonBase: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/moonbase-240w-gan-power-7-in-1-supercharger/x/18018320#/ Rii keyboard: https://amzn.to/42Qxyrk USB-C OTG adapter: https://amzn.to/42XzSgx Fancy USB-C cable with wattage: https://amzn.to/4gElNYz ES-DE guide: https://youtu.be/X-bVwlMwobE It's also worth noting that MinUI is already working on this device! https://github.com/shauninman/MinUI/releases This was a review unit sent to me by the manufacturer. All opinions are my own, they did not see this review ahead of time, and no money was exchanged in any way. Ways to support this channel: RGC merch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/retro-game-corps?ref_id=35456 YT channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZQiN0o7f36H7PaW4fVhFw/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/retrogamecorps Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/retrogamecorps 00:00 introduction 01:07 specs and pricing 03:22 unboxing and impressions 06:05 vs MagicX XU Mini M 06:48 size comparisons 08:24 the controls 13:57 charging port shenanigans 17:26 audio and screen 18:53 Android without touchscreen 24:34 my Android customizations 29:52 Android vs Linux 33:26 performance testing 37:49 summary (likes and dislikes) 40:35 conclusion Find me on Discord! https://discord.gg/retrohandhelds Theme song written by Jim Gray of Our Ghosts: https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com/track/my-first-day-at-the-retro-game-corps More music here: https://www.patreon.com/ourghosts/posts Keyboard shown in my videos: https://bit.ly/RGCnuphy ^^ use code "RGC10" for 10% off your order Note that this description may contain affiliate links. By clicking on an affiliate link and buying something, I may earn a small commission of the sale at no extra cost to you. You can read more about that here: https://retrogamecorps.com/about/ This video is for entertainment and educational purposes only. #emulation #retrohandheld #Androidgaming