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Designer Lao Zhang Teases New Yoo Y1 Horizontal Android Handheld

Owen Carter 2 min read

Designer Lao Zhang teases the new Yoo Y1 horizontal Android handheld, featuring a 4.5-inch 3:2 display, Hall Effect triggers, and a 6000mAh battery.

Designer Lao Zhang Teases New Yoo Y1 Horizontal Android Handheld
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Designer Lao Zhang has teased a new horizontal Android handheld device from the vendor Yoo. The project, currently identified as the Yoo Y1, appears to be nearing completion based on recent footage shared by the creator. Lao Zhang is known for his previous work on the GKD Pixel and LG Wing handhelds, lending credibility to the new announcement.

New horizontal Android handheld device from vendor Yoo nearing completion

The device features a 4.5-inch display with a 3:2 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1620 x 1080. It includes dual analogue sticks, stacked shoulder buttons, Hall Effect triggers, and TMR joysticks for control. The build consists of a metal middle frame and a minimal glass front panel.

Yoo Y1 horizontal Android handheld with 4.5-inch 3:2 display and metal frame

Powering the device is a 6000mAh battery. The processor details remain unconfirmed at this stage. The name Yoo Y1 itself may not be final, according to the source material. The device is targeted at the China market.

The handheld gaming sector continues to expand with new entrants offering varied form factors. The 3:2 display ratio distinguishes the Yoo Y1 from many competitors that favor wider screens. The inclusion of Hall Effect triggers and TMR joysticks suggests a focus on precision and durability for gaming enthusiasts.

Yoo Y1 handheld featuring Hall Effect triggers, TMR joysticks, and dual analogue sticks

Lao Zhang has not confirmed the launch window for the Yoo Y1. Processor specifications and final naming conventions remain unclear. No official pricing or release date has been announced by the vendor.

Source: RetroHandhelds

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