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Writing about a gaming device... you would be thinking that I must be quite the gamer. However, the reality is quite the contrary. Being a car guy through and through, even the games that I play are predominantly driving or racing ones. That said, there are other games that I've enjoyed from young - from the Pokemon titles on Gameboy Color and Gameboy Advance to the RPG games on Playstation 2 (PS2) and rhythm games such as DJ Max on the Playstation Portable (PSP), these were the games that kept me occupied during my childhood and teenage years. And it is why I ended up buying the device you see here - the Retroid Pocket 3+! So, what is the Retroid Pocket 3+? It is an android-powered handheld console that is relatively affordable, and is made predominantly for running emulators. You see, software developers and retro game aficionados quickly realised that the powerful Android mobile devices could be made to run emulator software, which would allow you to emulate retro console games. In the past, you would require a proper gaming PC to run Playstation 2 games. However, mobile hardware has became powerful enough to do so these days. But there still presents a serious issue - your powerful smartphone does not have physical buttons and analog sticks for an enjoyable gaming experience. And this is where the a device such as the Retroid Pocket 3+ comes in - it looks like a smaller Nintendo Switch lite, and it has all the buttons you'll need for retro gaming. While it's hardware isn't able to run all Playstation 2 games smoothly, it is still able to handle quite a fair bit. And the best part is that it isn't prohibitively expensive! Being an Android device means that it will run many native Android applications and games, such as the Grand Theft Auto 3/Vice City/San Andreas trilogy (these were originally PS2 games!). Of course, you can also run apps such as Youtube and other media players (sadly Netflix isn't supported), which means that it'll double up as a media player as well. But you don't really buy one of these to play Android games, it really is in its element when you are a fan of retro games. Want to play Pokemon? You'll be glad to know that Gameboy Color and Gameboy Advance emulation are easily achievable by almost any hardware these days. In fact, the Retroid Pocket 3+ will even run some Nintendo 3DS games! The most amazing thing about retro game emulation is the fact that I can now play my favourite home-console title on the go. Youngsters these days probably wouldn't be able to understand it as they are well too familiar with the capabilities of the smart devices in recent times. But in the early 2000s, where the PS2 was the most advanced console in the market, we had to set up the console, connect it to the TV, and play these games with wired controllers. But now, I can play my favourite PS2 JRPG game on the go. I don't even have to be made to play till I find a save point (RPG gamers would understand...) - the emulator comes with a save-state function that allow you to start the game from the exact point as and when you want to. With these functions, you can really enjoy the flexibility - drove 5 out of 10 laps in Gran Turismo and you feel like taking a break? Sure, just create a save-state, and pick it up again when you want to. It's kind of funny how I chanced upon this device - I was actually contemplating the repair of my old PSP for nostalgia sake, then I read about how such devices can not only emulate the PSP smoothly at upscaled resolution, resulting in sharper images, but also capable of much more. I've since gotten the Retroid Pocket 3+ and never looked back. The portability of the device also made it an excellent travel buddy. Being so easy to pick up and just start gaming, I've spent countless hours on it since the day I received it. My only gripe is that the Retroid Pocket 3+ could be a little more powerful, as it has some trouble running quite a fair bit of PS2 titles among others. That said, the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro packing almost twice the performance of the 3+ was recently announced, and I am contemplating getting it.... Are you also into gaming or retro gaming? Feel free to share your thoughts and recommendations! If you aren't familiar with retro gaming, but would like to get something after reading this post of mine, feel free to comment as well, I would be happy to share what I know with you! - Zhi Xuan

My Dyson just spoilt... dunno what wrong... and dun wanto spend another 300 bucks on another dyson... Needs to be handheld and be powerful enough, dun need to be as strong as Dyson but something decent. was looking at a Black n Decker Flex, anyone has one of these? Or does anyone have a good one to recommend? Don't want those lousy cheapo china $10-$20 plug into cigg lighter type, used to have one of those, use a few times picha liao... and no power at all...

I do not have access to a 240v power outlet when polishing my car. I am thinking of getting a polisher/buffer that runs off the car cigarette lighter. Has anyone got experience with this? Any recommended model/brand? TIA.

I was cruising on ECP about 12am at night and saw a TP beside his bike holding a handheld like camera facing oncoming traffic. Never knew there was a speed camera which is able to cap speed on oncoming traffic. Is this some sort of new toy or am I just behind time lol

Hi, was thinking of getting a cordless handheld vaccum cleaner for my home... Saw 2 models from Bosch (BBMOVE2) & Electrolux (Ergorapido). I had checked & tested the weight, mobility & suction power.. they are pretty descent.. But not sure how is cordless vaccum cleaner in terms of the battery lifespan, battery holding life, durability etc... If anyone has or is using it, please do share with me... Need your review.. Thanks alot!! link as below: http://www.bosch-home.com/sg/products/smal...l?source=browse http://www.electrolux.com.sg/node38.aspx?p...263,16398,34932

We love technology, but there are times when the smart-pants science types help the bad guys even more than the good guys. The latest example is called the Electronic Key Impressioner (EKI), and it makes the job of a locksmith (or Memphis Raines) a lot easier than it has ever been before. The scanner is a small hand-held device (pictured, above) with a scanning tip that electronically maps the inside of car locks. The device can then be attached to a computer via a USB device where lock mapping software accesses a list of updated key codes. While the EKI system sounds pretty easy to use, there are still some drawbacks. First of all, the device presently only works with Fords, though the creators hope to expand the amount of vehicles with which the EKI can work in the near future. The system also only works with traditional keys

Hi, Someone knew I had a Casio Submarine handheld game and asked me to sell it to him but I dont know what are the current selling price for it now. I checked ebay and it range from US$36 to RM149. Anyone familiar with the current market prices for one of this??? Mine is in pristine condition and comes with box, manual and receipt from the then CostPlus Scotts. It cost me S$39.00 in 1992. See pics to believe its condition. The battery connector pins are still in shiny condition. Thanks in advance.

There is such a thing in the market right? I'm usually too lazy to polish so thinking of getting one of these.. how much is it and does it really do the job with minimal effort?

Before NES, before Playstation... there were game and watch and casio gamewatch How many of you guys still own these classic handheld games... western bar tomy missle strike tomy blackrider game and watch parachute game and watch octopus game and watch donkey kong coleco Pac Man

Anyone used this before, can share some feedback ? http://www.blackanddecker.com/ProductGuide...?ProductID=5469

just got my hand on a Makita handheld polisher, just want to know if any bros here use it with Klasse before??? i also understand that there's different kind of foam pads for the different steps in polishing, any advice as to what and where to get them? any feedback would be greatly appreciated!

Today went to tangs and bought the Arion handheld DAB digital radio for $299...connect it to my car speakers through my preamp and the music which came out was crystal clear macham CD quality...except multi-storey carpark no reception....the best part is they have additional stations which normal FM don't have...like cruise, club play,JapKorPop, Chinese evergreens and planet bollywood plus your normal class 95 etc...I'm never gonna use my headunit FM ever again... for those interested here's the link http://www.smartradio.sg/

anyone tried using the handheld polisher machine or stuff before? is it useful and easy to use? what's the cost like and do we apply the resin on that polisher?