Linux-powered handheld gaming gadget due Nov. 30
Oct 20, 2005 — by LinuxDevices Staff — from the LinuxDevices Archive — 2 views
Several online stores are accepting pre-orders for an inexpensive handheld Linux gaming device expected to ship Nov. 30. The Gamepark Holdings GP2X-F100 features dual ARM9 processors, USB 2.0, a 3.5-inch color LCD, support for both native and emulated games, and a Linux SDK (software development kit).
(Click for larger view of Gamepark Holdings GP2X)
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and wrist-straps (Click to enlarge) |
The GP2X was originally known as the GPX2, until a trademark dispute with a printer company led to the name being changed, according to sources. Additionally, the device was originally announced in late July by Korean device vendor Gamepark, maker of the popular GP32 handheld gaming device. The device now appears to be owned by Gamepark Holdings, apparently a spin-off.
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or a 220V AC adapter (Click to enlarge) |
The GP2X can play music and videos, as well as native and emulated games. Video- and audio-out ports allow it to be used with TVs and stereos. It's powered by a pair of AA batteries or an AC adapter.
The case design has changed slightly since our earlier coverage of the GPX2, but the technical specifications and claimed features seem to have remained the same; read our complete Device Profile of the GPX2 for more details.
Don't loose that unusual TV-out cable!
A Korean-language preview is available at MiniVain.com; Lik-Sang has published an English translation of the article here. Additionally, Gamepark Holdings has published a video of prototypes of the device in action. It is available in high or medium resolution.
Lots more detail, and photos, are here:
Availability
Websites accepting online orders include Lik-Sang and Play-Asia.com. The device is currently priced at $180 at both. Lik-Sang says it expects to take shipment of its first batch of GP2X's on November 30.
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