Powkiddy X18 - Make Dope Music with Drum Pad Machine

Powkiddy X18 Handheld Games Console 2-Player Video Game Machine 5.5-Inch WiFi

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Lol. By now, you guys probably would have get it. Yes, Powkiddy X18 is a pretty cool Android portable gaming console. I really like the form factor, which is like a mini laptop. And also, it's almost the same as my New Nintendo 3DS XL. Only, I can do much more with the X18.

The problem with the NN3DS XL is that it doesn't have social media. It doesn't have an open O.S. like Android. You can practically do anything with Android. Part of the reason, I got the X18 is because I can install Ubuntu 20 via Termux (Andronix). An app that lets you use the Linux terminal.



Powkiddy X18 Handheld Games Console 2-Player Video Game Machine 5.5-Inch WiFi

Frankly, I was waiting for my Android tablet laptop to arrive but somehow it got lost during the delivery. Luckily, I got a refund. So, I look around, and when I found out that this Powkiddy X18 and GPD XD Plus can also be used for other things besides gaming, I was intrigued.

I thought these devices were only for playing Android and retro games. It also comes with an integrated controller. But, it's not as powerful as your mobile phone. It only uses the MTK8163 CPU. It is good enough for some gaming and usual everyday stuff like checking emails, social media, and youtube.



GPD XD Plus [Official distributor, Latest HW & Most Stable Update] Foldable Handheld Game Consoles 5" Touchscreen, Android 7.0 Fast Mediatek MT8176 Hexa-core 2.1GHz CPU, 4GB RAM/32GB ROM

I found out that you can use Bluetooth to add an external controller or OTG cable to link via cable. You can also link to your monitor or TV via the mini HDMI port. Pretty useful, as you can then use it as an Android computer. It's using Android 7.0 but still powerful enough for basic computing.

I really like the small compact and portable folding form. You can open it up and let it sit on the table. Bluetooth your keyboard and mouse and voila a mini-computer setup. For simple tasks, you don't need to lug around a Windows laptop anymore. 



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As an android device, you can download many games and apps on it. I decided to try downloading a drum pad machine app and see how good it'll be. Obviously, it's more on using the touchscreen and it's not that awkward to use. Even with the small 5.5" screen.

The sound coming out of it is not that bad. But, it'll be better if you put it on a table so the sound will be more prominent. You can use a cable to link to your favorite speaker but I link it up to my Harmon Kardon Bluetooth speaker. Which is easy to pair and connect.



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I'm not a professional DJ or musician but I can see them using this type of Android device for their gigs. In fact, anybody can use it for anything. The small form factor is definitely a plus. A lot of mobile gamers have two phones, one for gaming and the other one for communication.

The powkiddy X18 and GPD XD Plus also has an integrated controller, which is a plus for gaming. Especially those FPS shooter games. Of course, you can also play other games like RPG if they have controller support. If not, you can use the remap buttons app which is already included.

I think I'm glad that I didn't get the tablet as the X18 pretty much good enough for my entertainment, gaming, and general usage. The small and compact form factor, the portability, the Android O.S., and able to play with Linux via the terminal are definitely a plus.

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P.S. GPD XD Plus [Official distributor, Latest HW & Most Stable Update] Foldable Handheld Game Consoles 5" Touchscreen, Android 7.0 Fast Mediatek MT8176 Hexa-core 2.1GHz CPU, 4GB RAM/32GB ROM