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You Can Pre-order Anbernic’s Weird ‘Health Tracking’ Controller
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If you thought gamepads were just sticks and buttons, think again—Anbernic’s just dropped a controller that can read your pulse.
The RG G01, the company’s second handset after the late‑2024 P01, is now open for pre‑order. At $39.99 (or $35.99 if you lock one in before Feb 10) it feels more “premium” than its sibling, thanks to a 2.5D curved IPS screen and dual heart‑rate sensors that can even trigger an alarm.
Why the hype? Besides the eye‑catching display, the G01 packs a 6‑axis gyroscope, programmable macro keys, rapid‑fire toggles, and a “Purple Kirin” electro‑inductive joystick for buttery precision. Its twin asymmetric pendulum motors promise next‑level haptic feedback—think subtle rumble that actually feels like you’re in the game.
A quick heads‑up: Chinese New Year is looming, so orders from the China warehouse may lag behind schedule (roughly Feb 9–25).
Bottom line: If you want a controller that tracks your heart rate as closely as it tracks your high scores, now’s the time to snag one—just be patient for delivery.