TinyNES Review – A Super Niche NES Console

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TinyNES is a niche NES clone that uses original CPU and PPU chips from the NES/Famicom.
It combines original hardware with a modern open-source design for cleaner video and audio, but only outputs composite video.
The CPU and PPU chips are socketed and can be swapped, and the device supports clone processors since originals are no longer manufactured.
There is no HDMI or RGB option by default, though the main board supports RGB PPU variants (rare) and a future solderless RGB add-on module may be available.
The device targets purists who want real hardware without emulation, FPGA, or video signal quirks, despite a real NES being cheaper.

MiSTer FPGA is an open-source project that recreates classic computers, consoles, and arcade machines on modern hardware.
It enables software and game images to run as on original hardware while supporting peripherals like mice, keyboards, and game controllers.
The system uses the DE10-Nano FPGA board and outputs to TV/monitor via HDMI, with expandability through add-on boards such as USB hub, SDRAM, and I/O boards.

The SB mini II is a homebrew clone of the Apple II Plus, utilizing modern components.
It uses SRAM instead of DRAM for simplified memory management and a VGA card for sharper video output.
A Raspberry Pi Pico handles USB keyboard input and reset signals, with CMOS logic replacing original TTL.

The Chuwi MiniBook X N150 fills a gap in the market for small form factor laptops (12” or under).
Design resembles a MacBook with metallic aluminum shell, minimal USB-C ports, and sturdy hinges.
Hardware includes Intel N150 CPU (4 cores up to 3.6GHz), 10” 1920x1200 display, 12GB RAM, 512GB SSD.

The M5 CardputerZero is a portable Linux device designed for coding, hacking, and creative projects.
It offers features like CLI tools, SSH access, on-device AI, and support for Python, Git, and Vim.
The device includes a built-in store for apps and community firmware, enabling easy project uploads and switching without a PC.

Pine64 launched PineVoice, a $50 smart speaker with RISC-V chip and open-source software.
Hardware includes Bouffalo Lab BL606P SoC with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Zigbee, dual mics, speaker, and local wake word detection.
Factory firmware uses Alibaba's YoC platform and Wyoming Satellite protocol for Linux-based Home Assistant, though Wyoming is deprecated.

MiSTer FPGA is an open-source project that recreates classic computers, consoles, and arcade machines on modern hardware.
It enables software and game images to run as on original hardware while supporting peripherals like mice, keyboards, and game controllers.
The system uses the DE10-Nano FPGA board and outputs to TV/monitor via HDMI, with expandability through add-on boards such as USB hub, SDRAM, and I/O boards.

The SB mini II is a homebrew clone of the Apple II Plus, utilizing modern components.
It uses SRAM instead of DRAM for simplified memory management and a VGA card for sharper video output.
A Raspberry Pi Pico handles USB keyboard input and reset signals, with CMOS logic replacing original TTL.

The Chuwi MiniBook X N150 fills a gap in the market for small form factor laptops (12” or under).
Design resembles a MacBook with metallic aluminum shell, minimal USB-C ports, and sturdy hinges.
Hardware includes Intel N150 CPU (4 cores up to 3.6GHz), 10” 1920x1200 display, 12GB RAM, 512GB SSD.

The M5 CardputerZero is a portable Linux device designed for coding, hacking, and creative projects.
It offers features like CLI tools, SSH access, on-device AI, and support for Python, Git, and Vim.
The device includes a built-in store for apps and community firmware, enabling easy project uploads and switching without a PC.

Pine64 launched PineVoice, a $50 smart speaker with RISC-V chip and open-source software.
Hardware includes Bouffalo Lab BL606P SoC with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Zigbee, dual mics, speaker, and local wake word detection.
Factory firmware uses Alibaba's YoC platform and Wyoming Satellite protocol for Linux-based Home Assistant, though Wyoming is deprecated.

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