Ayaneo is launching the Pocket Play soon

Erl Burtanog December 12, 2025 · 1 min read

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Ayaneo is stepping into the smartphone world with a bold throwback. Its upcoming Pocket Play brings back the nostalgic vibe of the 2011 Xperia Play, thanks to a sleek slide-out gaming controller. While Ayaneo hasn’t revealed specs or pricing yet, the device already looks polished and premium based on early images.

Once the controller slides out, you’ll find a D-pad, ABXY buttons, and two touchpads acting as joysticks, great for modern mobile games. It also includes L1/L2 and R1/R2 shoulder buttons, dual rear cameras, stereo speakers, and a USB-C port for everyday use. The Pocket Play comes in black and white and is expected to run on Android. Ayaneo currently lists it as “coming soon” on its Kickstarter page.

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a Communication Arts Graduate, has entered the tech industry, unfamiliar with the whatnots and far from what he loves, fashion and entertainment. With Erldian’s dexterity and diligence, he’s been performing well and enjoying the world he’s currently in. Aside from tech, Erl has been doing fashion content and making a name as a fashion creator/aspiring stylist. He has always dreamt of being a lawyer and journalist/field reporter.

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