This week on NPC: AYANEO's $70 Pocket Air Mini handheld, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Sony's Pulse Elevate speakers, and the powerful GPD Win 5 with external battery. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 youtu.be/finOT5pgz3s

Reuploaded version of today’s episode fixing an audio issue with the video version. New video URL: youtu.be/byAI7rtk0Gw

NPC is out and this week, we have multi-pairing for the DualSense controller, a new Anbernic device a look at the Steam Deck Folio, the cardboard Virtual Boy, Vision Pro gaming, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 youtu.be/ei_xQont0OQ

🎮 GENKI x 8BitDo PocketPro Wireless Controller on sale on Amazon A great collaboration has become one of John's favorite controllers - Hall effect joysticks, rumble, and gyro, plus Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, SteamOS, and more compatibility Affiliate link

On NPC XL for Patreon members, @johnvoorhees.macstories.net and @bb.wavelengths.online are considering downsizing their handheld collections and thinking about what should go and how to find them good homes. 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/too-ma... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/too-ma...

It's time for NPC! Today, @bb.wavelengths.online and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net dig into the Lenovo Legion Go and share thoughts on the Ayn Odin 3. Plus, Brendon got the killswitch case for the Switch 2. It's a packed one: 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgXW...

Today @macstories.net debuted an interview podcast by @jonathan.macstories.net who gets to know guest through their tech obsessions. Plus, @comfortzone.macstories.net has a new subscriber-only bonus called Cozy Zone with more of what you love but cozier. Details: www.macstories.net/news/introdu...

🎮 GameSir G8 Plus Bluetooth Game Controller is on sale on Amazon A versatile controller that works with Switch iPhone, ipad, and Android devices and one of John's favorites Affiliate link

NPC is back from break with an all-new episode packed with the latest handheld news from Gamescom. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNHt... … and for Patreon subscribers, we have many thoughts about the upcoming Ayn Thor: www.patreon.com/c/NextPortab...

🎮 Samsung's 1TB Pro Plus microSD card is on sale on Amazon. John here: as someone who's always on a hunt for good deals from reputable microSD makers, this one is worth checking out. Affiliate link:

👾 Tomtoc's Slim Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case is on sale for a limited time on Amazon: amzn.to/47F7nGy (affiliate link) @johnvoorhees.macstories.net liked this case so much, he accidentally bought a second one. 🤦‍♂️

Every summer, we take a little time off before the busy review season. That means @viticci and I are taking some time off from our podcasts and pausing @club newsletters for two weeks. Here's when everything will be back: MacStories Weekly: Aug. 29 AppStories: Sept. 1 NPC: Sept. 2 Unwind: Sept. 5

👾 The Miyoo Flip, one of the @npc.macstories.net gang's favorite handhelds is on sale on Amazon: amzn.to/41rCfqn (affiliate link) More about the Flip on NPC here: 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 youtu.be/HxM0O3j95gc?...

It is time for NPC: Next Portable Console! This week, @bb.wavelengths.online and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net cover Nintendo's pricing changes, the latest on Retroid's second screen, TrinketOS, Manic EMU for iOS, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=WS-s...

NPC is out with a very special AYANEO extravaganza, plus lots of other handheld news and thoughts on what's next for portable gaming. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fSJ...

Surprise! We published NPC XL early because today's episode is all about the Nintendo Partner Showcase Direct that aired earlier today plus an update on Switch 2 accessories. Patreon members can get the episode here: 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/ninten... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/ninten...

NPC is out! This week, @bb.wavelengths.online and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net cover ONEXSUGAR's bizarre, but fascinating dual-screen handheld, beta updates from Sony, more thoughts on the MagicX Zero 40 from John, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JA5...

On AppStories+ today: @bb.wavelengths.online joined me to build a list of the games that have defined the iPhone as a mobile gaming platform. appstories.plus In the main show, we talk about the new Games app and our favorite videogame companion apps and media trackers. appstories.net/episodes/447

This week on NPC: John comes to us from 1998, 8BitDo's new Pro 3 controller, Thunderbolt 5, MagicX Zero 40 first impressions. Plus, the gang each bring a handheld they haven't used in a while back to the show. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGj1...

NPC XL subscribers: Don’t miss the latest link roundup from @viticci.macstories.net for your weekend reading. This edition is full of weird and wonderful handheld news. www.patreon.com/posts/link-o...

Today for NPC XL subscribers, @viticci.macstories.net has a big roundup of recent handheld news links. You can find it on the NPC XL Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/posts/link-o...

NPC is out! This week, dbrand’s do-over, @viticci.macstories.net is deep into Switch 2 Dock experiments and cables, Windows handhelds have a steep hill to climb, Retroid's 2nd screen accessory, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=JS_b...

On the latest NPC: Next Portable Console @viticci investigates the mysteries surrounding the Switch 2 Dock and made some interesting discoveries, plus the latest rumors and news from the handheld gaming world. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PiO...

NPC is out! This week, @bb.wavelengths.online and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net cover Hori’s webcam woes, a creative new Game Boy Camera app for iOS, and dbrand’s Killswitch case troubles for the Switch 2. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/y... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZtR...

Happy NPC Day! This week, pricing and penguins collide with the RG Slide, more on the Nintendo Pro Controller, a Starship eGPU from AYANEO, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBF...

On NPC XL for our Patreon subscribers, @viticci.macstories.net and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net on how the Switch 2 performed on longl flights. Then, John has details about Apple's upcoming Games app for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/on-go-... 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/on-go-...

It's time for NPC! This week, @bb.wavelengths.online got his Switch 2 and has thoughts. Plus, another week of curious handheld rumors and announcements. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=DE1N...

NPC XL is out for Patreon subscribers. This week, @bb.wavelengths.online returns to the show to get his questions answered, while John and Federico have more thoughts after spending a full day with Nintendo's latest handheld. 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/brendo... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/brendo...

A very special NPC is out. Today we drop our next episode early to share our impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2. @viticci.macstories.net and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net cover the hardware, setup, accessories, games, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 youtu.be/NxC9qGcPaC4

The Switch 2 is around the corner, but there’s weirdness in the air. Check out this week's episode of NPC for what Anbernic and others have in the pipeline. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_Hg...

Also out today NPC XL for Patreon members. This week, @johnvoorhees.macstories.net shares what adding NVIDIA GeForce Now to the Steam Deck is like and @viticci.macstories.net has plans for streaming from his gaming PC. 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/is-gef... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/is-gef...

NPC is out, and as we approach the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, it's time to take stock of weird handhelds that have started to emerge from the likes of Anbernic and others. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_Hg...

NPC is out, and this week, @viticci.macstories.net drops a big surprise on @johnvoorhees.macstories.net, plus news from Computex, new handhelds make an appearance, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Knm...

NPC is out! This week, we have a ton of Switch 2 news, plus a look at two rumored handhelds that are setting the stage for what 2025 is shaping up to be. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=tun1...

In addition to NPC XL, a weekly members-only version of NPC with extra content, available through Patreon for $5/month, NPC members get @viticci.macstories.net's Link Outtakes posts packed with links and commentary. Link Outtakes, Edition #4 is out this week here: www.patreon.com/posts/link-o...

Nintendo Sues Genki, ROG Ally 2 Leaks, and Backbone Pro Debuts | NPC | Episode 32 is out! This week on NPC: Nintendo's lawsuit updates, Backbone's new controller, the Anbernic RG34XXSP announcement, and dual ASUS leaks. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7Bm...

StikDebug is an iOS/iPadOS app that enables JIT on your iPhone, allowing emulators like Dolphin to run smoothly. It's been on the App Store for a week. Let's hope it stays. Episode: 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOfC... App: apps.apple.com/us/app/stikd...

This week on NPC XL for Patreon members, @viticci.macstories.net, @bb.wavelengths.online, and @johnvoorhees.macstories.net compare notes on how they balance work, family, and their love of videogames. 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/gaming... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/gaming...

NPC is out! We cover tons of handheld news from good and bad tariff updates to Anbernic and Ayaneo devices and updates on the Switch 2. Plus, we check in on our love for the Retroid Pocket Flip 2. Join us for the the fun: 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOfC...

We have a little bonus on the YouTube channel today. @bb.wavelengths.online shared his thoughts on the Miyoo Flip, which has been a regular on-the-go companion for four months. Watch here and check out the podcast too. youtu.be/HxM0O3j95gc

NPC and NPC XL are out! NPC, Ep. 30: Midnight Chaos: Switch 2 Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Supply 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=td0y... NPC XL, Ep. 9: Brendon’s Flip 2 Hands-On and Game Streaming 🎧 www.patreon.com/posts/brendo... 📺 www.patreon.com/posts/brendo...

Scam ports of popular games have been making their way onto the App Store for years. If Apple wants to become a valued partner to game developers and publishers, they should step up efforts to filter this stuff out before it hits App Store charts. www.macstories.net/linked/how-d...

Switch 2 pre-order ✅

It's time for another episode of NPC: Next Portable Console! This week, @johnvoorhees.macstories.net and @viticci.macstories.net share news about Mario Kart World, Playdate Season 2, news from Epilogue, and more. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TFV...

One of the NPC XL Patreon perks is an Outtakes Link roundup that @viticci.macstories.net posts periodically. Today, issue #3 is out here: www.patreon.com/posts/link-o.... If you're not a part of our Patreon community yet, you can use that link to join in the fun.

We have a new way to leave feedback for the hosts of MacStories podcasts. Just pick a show and leave your feedback, using this form: forms.gle/BLN5ZSFTWo8j... Your feedback will be automatically sent to the hosts of the show you choose. You can find all our shows at www.macstories.net/podcasts/.

Welcome Tour for Switch 2 should have been a pack-in game, but it looks surprisingly fun. More on NPC this week. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HG3J...

This week on NPC, we cover all the tidbits discovered about the Switch 2 since it's big reveal, along with its marketing and PR fumbles. Then we turn to the Retroid Pocket 2 Flip. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HG3J...

On the latest @npc.macstories.net, @viticci.macstories.net promises a very special GameBoy-themed Switch 2 stream of Mario Kart World. 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=03wS...

Podcast Rewind: Our Favorite Utilities and the Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware Story https://www.macstories.net/news/podcast-rewind-our-favorite-utilities-and-the-nintendo-switch-2-hardware-story/