DSpi Turns A Raspberry Pi Into A DIY DS

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DSpi Turns A Raspberry Pi Into A DIY DS

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Meet DSpi: the Raspberry Pi-powered DIY DS that’s basically a love letter to Nintendo’s dual-screen genius—except it’s built by a nerd, for nerds.

Borpendy didn’t just slap a Pi CM5 into a DS-shaped case. They engineered a full-blown handheld with dual 800×480 IPS screens, dedicated audio amps, a TI DAC for pristine headphones, and even an Xbox-style controller microcontroller. Yes, it’s overkill. And yes, that’s the point.

This isn’t just a one-off mod—it’s the first brick in a modular ecosystem. Future plans? A bigger 7-inch dual-screen beast, a controller-sized PC with HDMI output, and even a cyberdeck laptop. All on the same CM5 platform. Think of it as LEGO for handheld junkies.

Right now, it’s experimental—firmware’s rough, UX is a work in progress. But all the 3D prints, schematics, and code? Open on GitHub. No need to wait for Anbernic to drop a “DS Lite 2.0.” If you’ve got a printer, some patience, and a soft spot for NDS games on the go… you’ve got your next project.

It’s not a Switch. It’s better. It’s yours.

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