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Socket Releases Version 0.8.0, Adding Dual-Screen Support and Better Performance
If you’ve been following the Android handheld scene, you know that a good launcher is the difference between a seamless gaming session and a frustrating tech headache. Well, Socket just dropped version 0.8.0, and it’s bringing some serious heavy lifting to the table.
The headline feature? Dual-screen support. If you’re rocking a device like the Ayn Thor, the bottom screen now acts as your command center, showing app info and shortcuts while your game runs on the top. It’s a massive quality-of-life upgrade that makes these devices feel much more cohesive.
But it’s not just about the bells and whistles; it’s about the muscle, too. The developer has optimized the backend so significantly that even lower-powered hardware—like the KONKR Pocket Advance—is now hitting a stable 60 FPS.
Here’s a quick look at what else is new:
- A custom on-screen keyboard: Fully navigable via d-pad or stick.
- Better organization: Sort your library by most played, recently added, or even hit a “random game” button for that nostalgia trip.
- Bug fixes galore: From fixing swapped controller layouts to stopping RetroArch from freezing, the stability is looking much sharper.
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