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AYN Delays Odin 3 ‘Ultra’ Pre-Orders, Offers Alternative Solutions
https://retrohandhelds.gg/ayn-delays-odin-3-ultra-pre-orders-offers-alternative-solutions/
Looks like the Odin 3 Ultra’s big debut got a little… memory-locked.
AYN just dropped the news: due to skyrocketing RAM prices and a global chip shortage, your pre-ordered Odin 3 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) won’t ship until mid-January. Oof. No surprise, really—when memory costs spike like a TikTok trend, even the coolest handhelds get stuck in limbo.
But here’s where AYN gets bonus points: they didn’t ghost anyone. Instead, they offered two solid moves:
- Swap to Odin 3 Max and get it shipped before Christmas (they’ll refund the price差).
- Keep your Ultra order and wait patiently. No extra steps—just chill.
Meanwhile, the Base, Pro, and Max models are still available to pre-order. So if you’re itching for a new handheld now, there’s still time to jump in—without the 24GB hype.
It’s not ideal, but it’s transparent. And in a world full of silent cancellations? That’s kind of a win.
Pro tip: If you’re not in a rush for 24GB, the Max is basically the Ultra’s chill cousin—with all the power and none of the wait.