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I just bought a new Android 14 tablet with a wired keyboard, and it's pretty good. However, I later discovered that it's not Android OS 14 but Oreo 8.1. Someone told me that in one of my comment sections, but I didn't believe it initially, as my device says Android 14.

When I went online to check which Android OS was on the device, it stated that it was an Oreo 8.1. I was a little mad, as I thought it was the latest OS. The specs were pretty impressive, with large storage and RAM. Also, it's only around $100+ with free gifts!

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Another commented that I should ask for a refund. I rarely ask for a refund because they won't give you a refund and always give excuses. The good news is that, even with an Oreo 8.1 version, it runs smoothly and does whatever I want.

The bad news is that some of the apps and games on the playstore are not playing or usable. Doesn't matter, cause all those latest bloated games and apps with in-app purchases or ads are nuisance. I ended up deleting them all. However, there are some I really wanted to run like Termux.

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For just $100 I got an affordable mini laptop with Android OS. It can play retro games and I like playing around with old systems like the C64, Apple IIe, or MS-DOS. I love learning simple coding with basics. There aren't any good free apps for Linux terminals or Python on Android.

Those available suck. They're full of ads or don't actually work as the real thing. I end up just playing with the retro emulators. YouTube and other social media run smoothly on Chrome. I prefer using them to the apps cause they're slow and erratic behavior.

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Using the Android Oreo 8.1 OS is pretty limited. Some apps and games don't play and act exasperatingly weird. You can try side installs but those websites that host them have many ads. It's better I guess as it stops you from going crazy and just install everything.

It's funny cause we don't have the self-control to stop ourselves from installing everything and anything we don't need or use. I have many apps and games on my phone that I haven't used for years. That's why I don't mind using the Oreo OS version.

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Once, I stop installing apps and games that give me problems on the device, I have a blast using it. I usually use it in the morning drinking coffee and breakfast. I have a laptop but because the tablet is light, small, and always on it fits nicely with my daily morning routine. 

I only need my laptop or computer when I need to do heavy workloads like video editing. I used my phones too but, then I needed to charge them. That's when a tablet with bigger-sized screens is useful for social media consumption. Enjoy the simple things in life!

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my kodak pixpro fz55 photos and videos sample #kodak #kodakpixpro #fz55

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I made a video showing some videos and photo samples using the Kodak Pixpro FZ55. I must say, I'm impressed with the photos and video quality. They have an artsy nostalgic vibe to them. Though I did edit some of them. So far, I'm happy with my purchase.

I'm thinking of going out and taking more videos and photos with it, but as you can see from my latest video here, it's been raining a lot these past few weeks. As I've said, this camera is small and almost like a toy. I guess, it's the inside that counts.

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The buttons are small but not really a big deal. You can put it inside your pocket and it's not heavy. If you're considering buying it for your kids, it's a good budget present. It's easy to use and fun to play with. That's why I bought it, for the heck of it.

I've seen some sample pictures and they're pretty good. Well, if you're good at photography, it doesn't matter what camera you have, right? However, I have problems taking photos and videos as my hands are too shaky. There's an anti-shaky mode that I like to use.

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Recently, I've been into taking videos and trying to look cinematic. I'm not sure if I have achieved that look. Anyway, I love taking videos with the FZ55 too. Yes, it's shaky when handheld but you can always use a gimble or a stand.

The quality of the video during taking and uploading is not bad. So far, I've only put everything on auto and haven't tried the scene mode. You can choose the manual mode too. You can adjust the ISO, Shutter speed, and Aperture. Oh, the mic is basic but pretty good too.

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I'm not sure if you can see the change during manual adjustments. I tried setting the ISO too high and when I took the picture it was dark. It didn't show while I was adjusting. When you're used to high-end cameras, this camera seems outdated. 

Well, before I bought this camera, I did my research and all I was interested in was the kind of pictures I could get with it. I also know how shaky the camera is. That's what makes people like it, I guess. I'm sure the price is a factor too. 

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I'm wondering if Kodak planning to improve on the FZ55. Of course, within budgets. If you want a much better camera, you'll have to be willing to pay the price. Maybe, do an increment improvement but still maintain the low pricing. 

Sometimes, the pricing of certain parts will go down. My recent purchase of my new Android tablet is an example. Better parts that have gone down in pricing and use an old 8.1 Android OS. It's still good enough for Netflix, YouTube, social media, and Android games. 

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my new blue iphone 13 256gb #iPhone #iPhone13 #samsung

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I was looking to buy a second phone and decided to get the latest iPhone 13. My nephews and nieces have been using the iPhone 12, and I wasn't impressed with it. I still hate the notch, so I stuck with my Samsung Note 10+.

Since I wanted a second phone for cycling that I could use Google Maps on, I decided, what the heck, I might as well get a rather good phone that I can also use daily. Although I hate the notch, I was curious how good the latest iPhone is with the latest A15 bionic chips.

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My last iPhone was the iPhone 8. I've loved the iPhone since the first day Steve Jobs announced it. When Apple didn't want to get rid of the notch, I decided to get back to Samsung. One of the things I like about the iPhone is that it has a good camera and the app iMovie.

I love using the iMovie and even though, I have a Samsung phone, I'll rather use the iPad camera and edit it using what else, iMovie. On Android phones, the only video editing software I like is Quik. It's free, easy to edit, and has no stupid watermarks.

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I have been using my new iPhone 13 as my main phone for a week now and I like it. I still prefer the notch to go away, but other than that, I have no problem checking out Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media.

Of course, I also love to play some of my favorite games on it. For now, I just prefer using touch control. If you have been following my blog, you'll know I hate playing games with touch control. Nowadays, you can play some games with an Xbox One S controller.

Play FPS or RPG mobile games with an Xbox One S controller!

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As you can see, playing mobile games can be more fun using a controller. We are all used to playing our favorite FPS, RPG, and other games with a controller. We can even play with our eyes closed. You can't do that with touch games. 

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I don't like putting or using widgets on my phone's screen. Preferably, my main page is clean with only a few apps. For my iPhone though, I let it slide. I check out some widgets and don't see the point as my app icons are already easily accessible.

When you slide to the left, you can put all the widgets that you want for a quick glance. I seldom check them out and again, what's the point? Others might like it though. I discovered that I can play with the Alpine Linux terminal with the ISH and Python3IDE app on my iPhone 13! 

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Apple iPhone 13 Design Still Sucks With Stupid Notch

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Anyway, I still hate the same Apple iPhone design with the stupid notch. Apparently, apple's fans still buy it even though, in their heart they hate it. Before you bash me thinking, I'm an Android or Samsung fan, I've owned iPhone 3G to my last iPhone 8. I switched to Samsung (again) when I saw the iPhone X. It's kinda irony because Apple makes me switch.



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In the early days, I hated Android OS. When I couldn't get the iPhone 4, I decided to get the S3, or was it S4? I can't remember. I like the iPhone 7 and 8 and practically use them for making and editing my videos for my youtube channel. It's when I decided to switch to S10+ from my Razer gaming phone that I chose to get the iPad.

I like iMovie and GarageBand. I've been using it for decades. I'm still using it now because I like recording using my iPad pro 10.5 inches. I'm looking for upgrades to the latest iPad. I've talked about how I wish they have an iPad mini with better camera specs. And, now they improved it, especially with the new M3 chips.



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I've been wanting to get the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold phone since the first iteration. It's a damn cool concept. Especially, if you're like me a blogger and a Youtuber. You can use it like any other phone when it's closed but if you want a bigger screen, you just unfold it and voila, a tablet. If I can get this phone, I won't need an iPad anymore.

I'll be able to take videos and pictures and for a better view for editing, just unfold it. Sync my Bluetooth keyboard and mouse and it'll be like a mini laptop. What's with Samsung Dex available. I love Samsung Dex. It's much better to use it when you want to use it as a pc or laptop. Now, you don't need to bring along a separate laptop for work or for play.

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Okay, I know, I've been talking more about Samsung phones than the iPhone. It's simply because Apple has really disappointed me. I once thought I'll never use another brand but here I am, talking about my favorite new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. I really applaud Samsung for being brave and even though the first Z Fold had many complaints, they actually listen and improved on it!

Meanwhile, Apple is still sticking to being safe and only did increments updates on their products. Granted, they have new faster chips and super-powerful phones and iPad but the design department is really disappointing. I took a look at my niece's iPhone 12 pro max and I'm like there's nothing that'll make me buy this. By the way, take a look at my vid comparison of the Note 10+ and iPhone 12 here.



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Did you know that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 comes with a new special stylus pen? I love using the stylus pen on my Note 10+. That's why I sold my S10+ for the Note. If you open up your Z Fold 3, you can use the stylus pen on the new screen. Use it to write, draw, and when editing pictures or videos. I don't know why Samsung doesn't market the Z Fold 3 for vloggers or YouTubers.

Well, if you don't care for all that, you can just get the iPhone 13. But, it's not available yet. I might promo it on my blog here if they're selling it. Drop by again on my blog or do a search on products that you might be interested in. Once again, I appreciate the support of buying products via my Amazon links. If I earned enough, I want to get the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. Haha!

No matter what, these mobile phones have definitely become on par with laptops and Pc. Not necessarily on triple-A gaming. You can now work just by using your mobile phone. No more having to lugs around heavy laptops like the old days. Although, the laptops today have definitely getting slimmer and lighter. Have a look inside my HP AMD Ryzen laptop here.

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What's better than having a phone that can change into a tablet?

Use it as a normal phone and when you want a bigger screen, just unfold it. Sync with your Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, now you have an android pc setup. Check and reply to emails. Do video conferencing with family or colleagues.

As a Youtuber or vlogger, editing your videos with a bigger screen will be much better than even on a big 6.7-inch screen-size phone. Of course, it'll be better to be able to sync to a monitor via Samsung dex or a dex pad. In a social media world, all these ecosystems do help!

And, I haven't even talked about the gaming capability for gamers!

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Nintendo Switch lite - How similar is SmileBASIC4 to Python?

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I like dabbling with Python since the day, I bought myself a Raspberry pi 3. I was interested in building my own smart car robot and they use python to control it. The good thing is that there are many tutorials online that you can easily follow.

Frankly, I had always wanted to learn to code but didn't get the chance to. When I first heard of the Raspberry pi, I didn't really think much about it. But when I saw that you can create your own smart robot, I decided to get one. That's how I discovered Python and found out how easy it is to learn.



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One of the problems for me is that I don't have the discipline to keep learning. It's not as if I have to take a test for it. But, I like to try out new things and see if I can make them work. It's that eureka feeling that got me excited.

My favorite portable gaming console is the Nintendo Switch lite. When I discovered that I can learn to code and create my own games with SmileBASIC4 and FUZE4, I was really excited and bought both of them. I got more excited when I discovered that smilebasic and python are so much alike.



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If you have the Nintendo Switch, you can link to your TV for a bigger screen. It'll be much better for a full coding setup. You can't do that with the Switch lite. So, most of the time, I just try out code on my bed before going to sleep. But, I can still use a mouse and keyboard if I want to.

You can actually game with a mouse and keyboard on the Nintendo Switch but you need a console adapter. With that adapter, you can connect a mouse and keyboard and play like on a computer. This is the same kind of adapter that's also compatible with your Xbox and PS4.



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I wonder if someone in Nintendo had actually read my blog. Because I have talked about using my Nintendo Switch to control my raspberry pi 3 smart car before. And, now, they've come out with this? I'm also hoping that there will be a Mario Drone or something like that. You hear it here first!

Now, that will be really cool. Playing Mario or Luigi or Princess drone racing. Would be fun to be able to take videos while you're flying. Of course, you need a good camera, which the Switch doesn't have. I don't know why there is a camera on the 3DS but no camera on the switch?



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I actually didn't know or did I? That smilebasic for the 3DS was already available back then. I was wondering if the software is available so that I can use it on my phone with an emulator. Lo and behold! Now, I can use smilebasic 3ds on my phone. Check out my video demo here.

What I like about python is that you can use it practically anywhere. I have a version of it on my phone so that, I can try code whenever I've got an idea. Or if I've learned something new and want to try it out. That's what so great about the smartphone today. It's a powerful mini-computer inside your pocket!



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That's why, if I have the money and it's becoming cheaper, I want to get the Samsung Z Fold 2 or future Z Fold 3? I want to open it up halfway and use it as a laptop. Open it up fully and you can use it as a tablet. This is pretty much the future of mobile phone laptops.

What more do you need when you can practically do everything with a mobile phone? You can play games, check emails, social media, take pictures or videos, edit them and upload them on youtube to share with the world or just with your colleagues.

I want Samsung or Microsoft to expand on this idea and create the perfect blend of mobile phone laptops. They need to improve and think of new innovations for a mobile phone that can be close and use as a phone or open up and use as a laptop or tablet.

Once they have that, it'll be way cool to use Visual Studio, the Android version.

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Why Aren't There Any 2 in 1 Windows 10 Gaming Tablet PC?

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Yes, today, I'm going to talk about the 2 in 1 Windows 10 tablet pc again. Not, specifically my tablet pc. The thing is, I'm practically enjoying using this type of laptop. Being able to use it like any other laptop but, later on at night undocking it from the keyboard and using it as a tablet.

I have an Acer 2 in 1 laptop. But, I can't un-dock it. If I want to use it as a tablet, I can just fold it. The problem is, with the keyboard, it's pretty heavy. I end up not using it in tablet form. That's why I really like my new tablet pc.



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I'm wondering why there aren't any Windows 10 gaming tablet pc in the market right now. I'm not a computer or design engineer but hasn't the technology today got slimmer yet? The other day, when I opened my HP AMD Ryzen laptop, I was pretty surprised by how thin the motherboard is.

I also opened up my tablet pc to see if I can upgrade the ram. And, it has the same small design motherboard with integrated ram and ROMs. I guess, the key to making your laptop or tablet slim and light is to integrate everything. Lucky for me, I can upgrade my HP laptop ram.



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Apple is already doing it with their M1 Chip iPad. It's becoming so much powerful, that I can use it to take videos, pictures, edit them, put some background music that I created via the Garage Band app and upload it to my youtube channel. All done in a single day.

Back in the days, I can't do that on my old Pentium pc. I usually use the 2MP webcam camera to take videos and edit them with Microsoft free video editor. Sometimes, my pc will hang while loading. The worst part is when you're halfway done and it crashes. No wonder, old gens pc user got rage issues. Lol!



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Last year, I followed my niece to buy the Apple watch. I got the chance to check out their latest iPhones and laptop with M1 chips. I still hate the notch but besides that, they actually look good. Even with the old design. I was pretty amazed at the slim and light laptop. Never mind, how smooth everything is.

Microsoft Surface Pro isn't that bad either. I actually thought of buying it. But, I don't have the money to get one right now. That's why I went for the cheap, no brand Windows 10 tablet pc. You can actually play some games on it but not to the level of a real gaming laptop.



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I'm not really a hardcore pc gamer but, if I can go for the highest specs, I'll get the best that's available right now. I like the idea of a gaming tablet pc that you can play the latest games and also for winding down before you go to sleep.

Would be nice to un-dock my gaming tablet pc and use it as a tablet. Just for watching youtube or listening to music. Preferably, below the 10-inch touchscreen size. Being light and slim would make it easy for me to hold in one hand while lying on my back, which I usually do.

I like that it's also a full Windows 10 instead of those Android tablet versions Youtube app where you can't even comment or reply to them. I've set up my on-screen keyboard to be used with just my right thumb. Pretty nifty. Yes, I'm loving my tablet PC, only wishing it has high-end gaming laptop specs.

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Hey Apple Where Is My iPad Mini With M1 Chip And Better Camera?

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If you have been reading my blog post, you know I like mini laptops or tablets. My latest favorite mini Android gaming console is the Powkiddy X18. You can get the GPD XD Plus which have better specs here on Amazon. Its portability is what I like most.

Since the X18 is using Android O.S, besides gaming, I can also use it as a mini-tablet. I can surf the net, watch youtube videos, checking emails, etc. In fact, it actually reminds me of my New Nintendo 3DS XL. Only, better. Although, I wish it has a camera for making video calls on it.



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• 7.9-inch Retina Display with True Tone and wide Color A12 
• Bionic chip 
• Touch ID fingerprint sensor 
• 8MP back camera, 7MP FaceTime HD front camera 
• Stereo speakers

Apple has already announced its new iPad with M1 chips. They have also improved the camera. This is definitely great because I've been using my iPad Pro 10.5 inch to take videos, pictures, and create background music for my youtube channel.

One reason, I like using the iPad is because of the FREE iMovie and GarageBand apps that come with it. No other company that I know of that actually offers those essential apps. I'll be sticking with Apple products for some time yet.



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It's kinda weird that Apple hasn't updated their 2019 version of the iPad mini. All the other iPads now have the M1 chips. So, what happened to the iPad mini? Imagine an iPad mini with the power of the M1 chips and a better camera. 

For one thing, it won't be awkwardly big when I'm using it to take videos and pictures. I can easily put it on a stand or hold it with one hand which I usually do sometimes. It'll also be great to be used with a smart or Apple magic keyboard.



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I really like the design of the Apple Magic Keyboard which now comes with a touchpad. They certainly took their time to allow us to use a mouse on the iPad. Now, it looks like a laptop. It's the flexibility to use it as you like. That's what the customer wants. The freedom of choice. 

The magic keyboard will fit nicely with the new iPad mini. I always use a keyboard when I'm editing my videos. Which is definitely much better than typing on the touchscreen. If I don't need it, I just use my iPad as a tablet. Flexibility, my friend.

Anyway, hope Apple is actually working on an iPad mini with the M1 chips. It'll be the most powerful mini-tablet out there. Right now, there actually isn't any. I have a 7-inch Android tablet which I don't use because the battery sucks and it's kinda slow. I can't use it for my work.

Like I've said, as a Youtuber, a portable iPad mini with an M1 chip with a better camera would be great for my usage.

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Changing T800 SmartWatch Faces With Super Band app

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I've been testing out my new T800 SmartWatch and I'm pretty impressed. Although it's a cheap watch, I like the Whatsapp notifications feature. Which I actually bought it for. I can also make calls directly from the watch itself. And, the sound is actually not that bad.

The reason I bought a smartwatch is that I keep missing out on messages and calls. With a SmartWatch, any message or calls will vibrate the watch on my hands. For this watch, I can't read the whole message or give a quick reply. Which is kinda a bummer.



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I'm not a fitness or health freak. So, I don't really care for those sensors. Although, I like the ability to measure my high blood pressure. I was told I was borderline, so I'm keeping an eye on it. I was surprised the sensor actually works.

That means I don't really have to buy an expensive SmartWatch to get updates on my health. I'm also surprised how long the battery could last. Of course, it depends on your usage. So far, the battery is still full even after a couple of days. Frankly, I thought they'll only last half a day.



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Before I bought this watch, I wasn't really into the smartwatch. I thought it'll be a hassle to constantly charge your watch and what really can you do with such a small device face? Well, after using it for almost a week, I'm sold!

Like, I've said, I like the notifications feature. I also like the ability to change the watch face with background pictures of my own. I help changed my mom's smartwatch face with her own pics. She's also testing out the watch. So far, I haven't heard any complaints besides the volume of the voice calls. 



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I really like the idea of a smartwatch that's also your phone. But, the design really has to be much cooler. It shouldn't look too bulky, have nice bands and the screen has to be 'acceptable'. Not too small or too big either. 

I can't make video calls with my current smartwatch but that might be more common in the future. The difference between the smartwatch and the err..smartphone is that you wear your smartwatch on your wrist. It's more easily accessible than your phone.



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A smartwatch is great for doing a simple and quick task like checking your notifications, reading and replying to short messages, and even making or answering calls. If you have video calls capability with Whatsapp, it'll be more convenient.

If you're in a waiting line, you don't have to take out your phone to play some quick games or do some reading. All done with a smartwatch that's already on your wrist. Another reason that I wasn't into the smartwatch at first is the pricing. I was interested in the Apple watch but it's too damn expensive.

I also thought that the smartwatch was only for fitness nuts. But, now after owning one, I realized how useful a smartwatch is. As useful and important as a smartphone. One day, we might not even need a smartphone as we can already do everything with a smartwatch that's already on our wrist.

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Controlling my STS-PI RASPBERRY PI ROBOT WITH POWKIDDY X18! #powkiddyx18 #raspberrypirobotcar

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A couple of blog posts ago, I wanted to try if I could control my STS-Pi, a Raspberry Pi robot with the Powkiddy X18 integrated controller. I decided to dust off my R3 and make it happen. I have to research some of the things that I've forgotten.

My 16GB MicroSD cards with Recallbox and Raspbian OS wouldn't work. I haven't played with them for a while and I'm not sure why they won't work anymore. I had to re-format one of the cards that has a Kano OS.

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I love Kano OS. It's actually for kids to learn about computers and coding. I decided to re-download and install the old version of Raspbian-stretch because I need to use the Raspi-config to turn on my Raspberry Pi camera.

I'm using the same Raspberry Pi 3 that used to learn to make everything work. I didn't want the hassle of having to learn anything new now. If I can get the things that used to work and just try to use the Powkiddy X18 remap buttons, I'll then be able to control my sts-pi robot with the integrated controller.

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I installed the Pimoroni software via the terminal. The web control didn't work when I tried to show it on my video, it suddenly stopped working. So, I just went straight to using SCRATCH. Using scratch to control my sts-pi motor is much easier.

Visit this site for more info on the STS-PI robot if you also have the Explorer Hat. For control using SCRATCH, go to this blog. Download the link for the scratch template and add the scratch code to the template. This way, you can control the motor and also take pictures at the same time. Pretty nifty.

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Powkiddy X18 remap buttons work by just putting it to the scratch code. I also tried using the on-screen keyboard but, if you open the remap button, the keyboard will go away. I discovered that I can just use the remap button when I select the on-screen mouse available with the Raspbian OS. 

When you use the on-screen mouse, the arrow keys and several other useful keyboard keys are at the bottom of the screen. I tried putting the remap buttons on those keys and it finally works. So, now, I can control the motors with the integrated controller. Voila!

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The Powkiddy X18 is really becoming my jack-of-all-trades device. I really like it. If I had known, it was not just for Android or retro gaming, I might have bought it much earlier. Maybe I wasn't ready for it.

When you're my age, you suddenly realize things seem to be happening for a reason and at the right time. I noticed it when my father died a couple of months before the virus was reported. He has diabetes and it would be pretty hard to see him during or if he dies during the pandemic.

I got fired from my job before the pandemic. No problem staying at home throughout the earlier days. I took the opportunity to blog and do YouTube videos. I want to thank those who bought stuff via my Amazon links as it helps.

I love tech and games!

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(Article updated: 9 October 2024)

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Play Command Line linux games with Powkiddy X18 controller

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Like I've said before, one of the reasons I like the Powdiddy X18 or GPD XD Plus is because you can install the Termux app on it. Termux is a Linux terminal app for Android devices. It's not a full Linux O.S. but in spite of that, you can do quite a lot with it.

I'm no Linux expert but if you have used Linux distros, you basically know what it's all about. Now, you can already use WSL aka Windows Subsystem for Linux on a Microsoft Windows 10 pc. Termux is like the WSL of Android devices. In fact, with Andronix, I can even install Ubuntu 20 on my Powkiddy X18. Cool!



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As with any Linux terminal, you can install stuff. Of course, I'm interested in games. So, I like to check out games that can be played on the terminal. One of the few games I like is ninvaders and nsnake. Which you can install by typing sudo apt install ninvaders or nsnake.

Once, installed, you can play by typing the name of the game on the terminal. Pretty nifty. The games are pretty basic and there's no music or sound effect. But, it's still fun to play. Especially, now that I found out, I can play with the integrated controller of the Powkiddy X18.



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I prefer to install Ubuntu 20 and use it instead of Termux because I wanted the latest python 3. Which is also included. So, how cool is that to be able to code and mess around with Python on a portable gaming device such as the X18 and XD Plus?

In any case, I'm actually surprised that I can play this old command-line Linux game with a controller. The stupid thing is that not all Android games can be played with a controller. That's why I like playing retro games. They come with controller support and best of all you can play them offline without ads.



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I really like the portability of these devices that also allows me to use them like a computer any time and anywhere. Yes, there are laptops but to me, the smaller they are, the better. Of course, best of all for gamers is that they also come with an integrated keyboard or controller.

For small devices like this, I think an Android O.S. is good enough. They don't need lots of power like Microsoft Windows. Of course, the more powerful the CPU and GPU the better. Right now, you'll have a problem playing PUBG or COD mobile on the powkiddy X18.



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For average users, Android is already good enough. You can surf the net, watch youtube, check emails, listen to music, and much more. And, you can even use it for school or work. Why do you need an expensive high-end Windows 10 laptop for all that?

For the budget-conscious, Android devices fit theirs needs. Unless, of course, if you want to play the latest triple-A games. You can't compare simple command-line Linux games to games like Cyberpunk 2077. But, I'll still love, if I can play that game on the go on a portable game device.

Maybe, I can play PC games by streaming them to my Powkiddy X18 or the GPD XD Plus. But, I prefer if I can install it directly to the portable game console, like the Nintendo Switch. Well, I can already play Crysis on it. Although, I still can't use it as a normal PC, yet.

One thing for sure, I'm going to look out for more fun Linux stuff to do on my Powkiddy X18 after this post. 

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