10-15-2005, 09:35 AM | #1 | |
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Gamepark GP2X Linux handheld
Not too long ago, we introduced the Gamepark GP2X to readers. It doesn't seem to have gotten much press, but I think it's definitely worth another look. In a way it's almost too good to be true, but there there is some coverage out there, so it appears to be legit, and simply in need of some marketing buzz.
A recent post at Engadget give a nice quick view of the Gamepark GP2x-F100 is "Linux-powered, 3.5-inch QVGA LCD, SD slot, USB 2.0, 64MB flash, 32MB RAM, plays back MPEG, MPEG-4, Dvix, XviD, WMV, MP3, OGG, and WMA)" You can always count on Engadget for great gadget coverage, but shame on them for not pointing out that it also looks like a great e-book reader! The official site seems to make it easy to get in touch with them, whether you are just interested or whether you want to buy a wholesale lot of devices. A very interesting summary page helps us understand what it's all about, and which tells us (pardon the formatting... it looks much better if you take the jump to the full article) Quote:
For more information, the official site also points us to the following resources... Centre of the community, massive GP2X and GP32 message boards Covers all underground handheld news, often first with reports Underground coding and mainstream news site, covers all formats Massive GP2X and GP32 scene site in Spanish A good summary of a unique handheld A new page for the GP2X console, with information on the system background One more site I want to add is myGP2X which I add with many thanks to Richard, who sent us a note to tell us about his site. Without his heads-up, I might never have taken this second look at such an impressive Linux device. Now I'm quite eager to hear lots more about this pathbreaking handheld which is doing its part to usher in the Linux in your pocket revolution. As you know, I don't usually spend the time to gather this much information on many topics. If I do, I think it's either pretty amazing or pretty important. This little device could be both if people catch on to it. The lack of press seems pretty amazing to me given the Linux approach, TV out and an amazing price/features ratio. And, think about it, even the novelty of e-book reading on your TV! Hopefully this post will help raise awareness. If you have one of these devices or are an interested follower, be sure to keep us abreast of news to help us keep an eye on Gamepark devices! |
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10-15-2005, 01:06 PM | #2 |
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Only what not i see is the screen res :|
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It would have been interesting to also have a "premium" VGA version out there, but those sort of devices will come in time. |
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10-16-2005, 08:11 AM | #4 |
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If i was sure that it could handle my emulator needs, and that it was sold in Portugal, i wouldn't hesitate to give it a try
Chrono trigger anyone (snes), sonic’s, metal gear's (msx) How about Chrono Cross (can it handle psx games)? No n64 because of the controls :| Definitely buy it instead of the psp if i can use the linux emus on it :| Wonder also how the sound is like... Have my dream device for ebooks, next a gaming device |
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I know this thread is old but just got the GP2X and it is fantastic having great fun playing all of my old games
going to get a couple of books on to see what its like, but wont really use that feature as I have a 505 for that. |
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