Nuked Hey there, tech enthusiasts! It’s your buddy Nuked, here to bring you the latest buzz in the world of gadgets and gizmos!
So, let’s talk about Josh King and his viral slide-out MagSafe gamepad, which has found its new home at OhSnap. This thing looks absolutely stunning! When 19-year-old Josh claimed he could revolutionize mobile gaming with his 3D-printed gamepad and even drew comparisons to Steve Jobs, I thought, “Wow, that’s a bold statement!” But guess what? It’s more than just a 3D-printed controller now.
OhSnap, the brain behind some cool magnetic PopSocket alternatives I mentioned back in October, is officially turning Josh’s design into what might be the slickest gamepad attachment I’ve ever seen for a phone. It’s designed to be as compact as an iPhone, making it super easy to slide into your pocket. Plus, it features a MagSafe pattern of magnets that allows it to attach seamlessly to your magnetic ring device. The best part? You don’t even have to remove it to use your phone because the entire gamepad can retract underneath. Think of it like those old slide-out keyboard phones or PlayStation Phones!
This nifty gadget is mounted on a spring-loaded arm that pops out at the push of a button and tilts your device slightly toward your face for a better gaming experience. OhSnap has even managed to squeeze in some Nintendo Switch-style analog sticks that are equipped with drift-resistant Hall effect sensors. And there are fold-out grips too, so you can hold it like a full-sized gamepad if you want!
Just two months ago, Retro Game Corps was impressed with an earlier prototype, and it seems like Josh has been on a roll since then. He shared on YouTube that he initially tried to launch his own company for the gamepad and even attracted investors. But after burning through some cash while working on manufacturing, he decided to team up with OhSnap.
The gamepad will launch in classic black and white, but King mentions they’re working on colorful mix-and-match parts for those who want to show off their style! Now, about the price—there’s no word yet on how much it’ll retail for. OhSnap plans to kick off a Kickstarter campaign on January 2nd to gather funds, and you can sign up for updates right now.
Exciting news! I should be getting my hands on a prototype next month at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Can’t wait to share my thoughts on how it feels!
