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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