Some gamers may still have the PlayStation 1 lying around and still use it, after all, this console ushered in a whole era. You can also make something else out of the device – for example a handheld console.
PlayStation: Tinkerer gives old console new shine
A modder named YveltalGriffin has his old console transformed into an impressive handheld and even gave her a cute name “PS Hanami”. He lovingly describes the console as “an old-school portable device with lots of hot glue” and probably made a few gamers smile.
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The small handheld console contains a lot of technology with a built-in battery, PS1 motherboard and other accessories. YveltalGriffin reveals that he had to “fold” the motherboard and rewire it. He also wanted the device Don't compromise on audio and video quality. That's why, according to his own statement, he uses powerful stereo speakers and a home-made video converter for the PS Hanami, which converts the PS1's video signal to 480p.
He has one on his handheld for the finishing touches DualShock controller integration added to increase the fun of the game with the rumble function. However, he did without analog sticks.
According to YveltalGriffin, the whole thing was a four-week project for him; a few problems and limitations However, it still exists. On the one hand, according to the inventor, there is no volume control and the power button would turn off the console if you bump into it. Furthermore, PS Hanami does not have a heat sink, which is why the device “gets nice and warm after a while”.
We were disappointed with Sony's handheld alternative:
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