Retro handheld gaming consoles have rapidly diversified in size and form in recent years. The clamshell experience of the Game Boy Advance SP remains a strong reference, offering a pocket-friendly design that protects the screen.
Miyu has unveiled the Miyu Mini Flip, which emulates these memories in a modern emulation device. The company explained that it has improved the hinge structure to enhance durability. When closed, the device is a square measuring 2.68 inches on each side and approximately 0.79 inches thick. It emphasizes portability by boasting a volume similar to that of a deck of cards.
When unfolded, a 2.8-inch IPS display appears at the top with a resolution of 750×560. The screen ratio is 4:3, focusing on matching the aspect ratio of classic consoles. The marketing tagline is "3x Pixel Perfect," emphasizing integer scaling on some models. The bezels are thin to ensure a wide field of view even on a small screen.
The control panel features a cross pad and ABXY buttons, with the Select, Start, and Menu keys centered around them. The rear edge features the L and L2, and R and R2 shoulder buttons, providing extended control while maintaining portability. The power and volume buttons are located on the side, along with a front-facing speaker and TF card slot. Charging and data connectivity are via a USB-C port.
The device runs Linux, with a 1.2GHz Cortex-A7 processor and 128MB of RAM. Equipped with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and a 3.7V, 2500mAh battery, it aims to power the NES, SNES, GBA, and PS1 generations. The retail package includes a 64GB microSD card and a USB-C cable.
Rather than competing with larger devices for performance, the Miyu Mini Flip seems aimed at short, niche moments like commutes and travel. Its foldable form factor, combined with its toy-like color palette, clearly promotes the use case of pocket-sized retro gaming.
