On July 31, AYANEO CEO Arthur brought an exciting live streaming sharing session to players, where the real machine of KONKR's brand-new retro handheld masterpiece, the KONKR Pocket Advance, was officially unveiled. As a sub-brand of AYANEO dedicated to creating high-value handheld gaming products, KONKR has always been committed to allowing more players to enjoy the fun of handheld gaming in a more relaxed and purer way. As the latest product, the KONKR Pocket Advance rekindles the spark of the golden age of handheld consoles, serving as a perfect response to the expectations and passions of nostalgic players.

KONKR Pocket Advance, with the core concept of "Totem in Your Palm, Full Awakening," pays tribute to the most iconic horizontal handheld consoles of the golden age by REMAKE the classics, allowing the classic totems that once carried the youthful memories of countless players to return in a new form in the new era.For many players, those timeless classic handheld consoles have never been just gaming devices. The familiar silhouettes, unique button layouts, and exceptional control experiences together form the most precious memories of the golden age of gaming for a generation of players. Even after all these years, these classics still hold an irreplaceable charm.

For this reason, KONKR brand hopes to reinterpret the classic experience through the concept of REMAKE. The KONKR Pocket Advance is not a simple replica of the past, but rather, while preserving the essence of the classic spirit, it integrates modern product concepts and manufacturing techniques to breathe new life into retro aesthetics. In the name of Advance, it brings retro revival, allowing players to return to that era intertwined with pixels and passion, and rekindle the undying love for handheld gaming.

In terms of exterior design, KONKR Pocket Advance continues the classic horizontal handheld aesthetics, reshaping the iconic handheld silhouette of the golden age. The body is crafted with a classic retro design philosophy, featuring naturally smooth overall lines, and a inwardly curved body structure that fits the natural grip of both hands; the rounded edges have been carefully polished, not only restoring the classic visual language but also providing a softer and more comfortable palm feel. Combined with a fine anti-slip texture design, KONKR Pocket Advance achieves a balance between retro sentiment and modern holding comfort.

To deliver a purer retro handheld experience, KONKR Pocket Advance features a lightweight and portable design, with dimensions of 151.3mm × 82.4mm × 22mm and a weight of approximately 224g, making it easy to slip into a pocket, allowing players to start their retro gaming journey anytime, anywhere.

In terms of color options, KONKR Pocket Advance offers two classic-inspired colorways. Navy Blue, with its elegant and pure classic blue tone, awakens the familiar visual memories of the pixel era; while Coral Orange, through its vibrant warm color style, unleashes more passion and energy within the classic silhouette. The rich color expressions cater to players' needs for personalized styles.

In terms of display, KONKR Pocket Advance is equipped with a 3.5-inch 3:2 high-definition LCD screen, continuing the familiar visual proportions of classic horizontal handhelds. The screen features a 960 × 640 resolution, accurately restoring the details of retro game graphics through 4x point-to-point display technology, allowing classic pixel-era images to shine with new vitality under modern display technology. The delicate display effect brought by the high pixel density also makes the retro gaming experience clearer and more vibrant.

For retro players, the control experience has always been the soul of a handheld console. KONKR Pocket Advance continues the classic horizontal control layout, combining visual design with ergonomic experience, making the handheld an extension of the hands. The classic D-pad and ABXY buttons are made of high-quality conductive rubber material, meticulously tuned to deliver clear and precise tactile feedback. Additionally, the KONKR Pocket Advance is equipped with large L1/R1 shoulder buttons that fit the fingertips, as well as separate L2/R2 shoulder buttons, allowing players to enjoy a more comfortable and natural control experience across various game genres. The combination of classic control logic and new upgrades further enhances the overall handling feel.

In addition to retro design and control experience, the KONKR Pocket Advance also caters to players' needs for expandability. It features a USB 2.0 Type-C port, supporting data transfer and PD fast charging; a MicroSD card slot for convenient expansion of more retro game content; and support for Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0, delivering stable wireless connectivity. The classic 3.5mm headphone jack and retro volume adjustment wheel also make a formal return. The rich set of features allows players to once again immerse themselves in the immersive experience of the golden age.

As a brand under AYANEO, the KONKR Pocket Advance also enjoys the support of AYANEO's self-developed Android software ecosystem. Through AYASpace retro game management software, AYAHome self-developed desktop Launcher, and AYASetting handheld settings management center, players can enjoy a more complete software-hardware integrated gaming experience.

From the classic appearance to the golden handheld size; from the high-definition retro screen to the fully-featured control experience; from the rich interface configuration to the support of AYANEO's self-developed software ecosystem, the KONKR Pocket Advance reinterprets the classics with the REMAKE philosophy, bringing the romance of the golden age of handhelds back into the hands of players.

Classics are never forgotten; they only return in new ways. The KONKR Pocket Advance REMAKEs the classics and awakens the passion in your palm. We also look forward to the official launch of this new product.

Whether it's the REMAKE masterpiece paying homage to the classics or the beloved retro mini handheld, AYANEO & KONKR always bring players purer and more sentimental handheld gaming choices. This is a new golden age of handheld gaming, and more excitement is yet to come—stay tuned!