Linux.com: GP2X: It's All Fun and Games

"The GP2X is an open, Linux-based handheld games console manufactured by Game Park Holdings of South Korea. It has a typical handheld control layout, a good quality backlit screen, built-in stereo speakers, headphone socket, and several connectivity and expansion options. My son is completely taken with the device, and it has won me over too. At £125 (or $190), you're not going to find a less expensive handheld device that can be expanded into a full-blown computer.

"To make the GP2X usable, you really need to pop in an SD card, as the onboard memory is only 64M. We purchased a 4GB card, which slots in the top. The unit takes standard AA batteries; we bought a pair of NiMH 2500mAh batteries to use. Under heavy usage, the manufacturers claim about five hours on one charge, but AA batteries are cheap, so carrying a spare set is no problem..."

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