The Ayaneo Pocket Vert handheld is now up for grabs on Indiegogo, giving retro gaming fans a chance to lock in discounted prices before shipping kicks off in February 2026. This vertical-style Android device has already smashed its crowdfunding goal, and it’s now attracting backers with its sleek design and upgraded internals.
Ayaneo Pocket Vert campaign already surpasses its funding target
Ayaneo launched the Pocket Vert campaign with a goal of $50,000, but it didn’t take long to blow past that. As of now, the project has raised over $59,000 from more than 160 backers, and there’s still over a month left before the campaign wraps up on February 4, 2026.
The early bird pricing gives buyers a decent deal compared to the upcoming retail tags. Here’s a breakdown:
- Base model (8GB RAM, 128GB storage) – $269 early bird / $339 retail
- Upgraded model (12GB RAM, 256GB storage) – $349 early bird / $419 retail
- Lava Red edition (same specs as above) – $369 early bird / $439 retail
Buyers can choose between Moon White, Midnight Black, and Lava Red depending on the version they select.
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Ayaneo Pocket Vert brings premium specs in a retro form
The vertical design may nod to the past, but inside, the Pocket Vert packs serious hardware. It runs on a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The 3.5-inch LTPS LCD pushes a crisp 1440 × 1600 resolution at 60Hz.
It also includes:
- A 6,000mAh battery
- MicroSD card slot
- USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C
- Headphone jack
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2
- Android 14 out of the box
- Fingerprint reader and cooling fan
The control layout includes traditional buttons plus a unique touchpad beneath the D-Pad that acts as a virtual analog stick.
Ayaneo Pocket Vert accessories now live with discounted options
Alongside the handheld, Ayaneo’s offering a few extras at early bird rates:
- Tempered glass screen protector – $7.11
- Protective carrying case – $11.61
- Cleaning cloth – $3.51
- Leather bag with strap – $33.21
These accessories round out the package for collectors or those looking to travel with the handheld safely.
This isn’t just a nostalgia grab, it’s a serious handheld
Ayaneo isn’t phoning it in with the Pocket Vert. The hardware, Android 14 base, and thoughtful design tweaks give it enough muscle to handle modern gaming without losing its old-school charm. With over a month left on the clock, the campaign still has room to grow and fast clicks may pay off before prices rise.
