Onion v4.3 is Here! Miyoo Mini (Plus) Showcase and Guide
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- čas přidán 18. 05. 2024
- There is a new stable release of Onion OS v4.3, so let's take a look at its new features and how it fixes some issues with the Miyoo Mini v4.
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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
01:18 setup and installation
03:09 new feature showcase
07:51 Pico-8 and Nintendo DS
09:54 Miyoo Mini v4 update
16:02 Miyoo Mini vs Miyoo Mini Plus
19:31 summary and conclusion
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#MiyooMini #emulation #retrohandheld - Hry
Every time I see a miyoo mini video, I ask myself if I wanna watch it. Then I click the link to say ”yeah man, I wanna do it”
OnionOS is literally the only reason that I haven't switched from MMP to a more powerful handheld like some of the Anbernic stuff.
i had anbernic 35xx and switched to miyoo mini plus because of the OS
Same ^^
Bro just get something with android on it and your good, like the retroid pocket 2s
@@turnbasedtoddy7664 everybody has android on his mobile phone, there is no need to put all devices on android, ONION OS i the best for miyoo
when I fractured my shoulder (I takes ages to heal, 3 months + 6 months rehab). My gaming primarily consisted of single handed jrpg emulation on the miyoo mini. It was such an awesome device for during that period in life :)
Damn man what happened is everything good now?
Hope you are well. I have similar stories, but with fractured right hand, it is very hard to play anything unless it can be played with 1 hand on my minor hand and miyoo mini size is really perfect, i even bought 2 so if one dies, i can swap the microsd and put on another while the other was charging. It helped me make it through hard times and i still cherish it till today.
hope your doing better i injured my left shoulder in a car accident in 2019 and its never been right since some days are harder than others
Did you play lunar sss or eternal blue? Those are my favs. Suikoden 2 ff7-9, star ocean ss are also great blasts from the past?
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Same bro, but a spine injury lol, my activity log is around 260hrs so far hahah
I love my MM+ so much, it's such a great small handheld to complement my Odin 2. I'm so grateful to the Onion team for consistently adding so many great improvements!
Exactly what I've done, I have an Odin 2, but I wanted something smaller for my work commute and general waiting when out and about.
An updated pixel video would definitely be cool. Appreciate everything you do man.
I agree! I'm thinking about getting one myself, and a updated video would be really helpful!
Just received my first Miyoo Mini+. Great to see DS & Pico8 on it now
you mean you can play Ds games on it?
Not one bit on information from this video is relevant to me or my device, yet I'm here because i cant help but appreciate the amount of effort you put into your videos, the guides in particular. Keep doing you :D
The PWM frequency adjustment actually helps a ton with the buzzing sound you can hear when not at full brightness! I was super happy they added this.
Do you get rid of the sound by making the value lower or higher than default?
@@Shadowfury22if you can’t hear the difference why even change the setting
Lower helped with mine
@@Shadowfury22
I’m all in for an updated Pixel vid, and I was on the beta 4.3 release for a while and glad to see this got a stable release. MM+ is my favorite retro handheld device hands down.
Saw your previous review of the v4 after I bought it from the official Ali express store and was disappointed. VERY happy to have the whiplash of finding out everything has been fixed! Lucked out on that one!
Same but 2 weeks later ! You enjoying your miyoo? Mine I'll arrive in a couple days I think.
Now I'm thinking, if my GF likes it I might get 2 miyoo mini plus for us both to play together.
@@OMGitsZenius loving it! I have the plus and the v4 mini and alternate which I play! I mainly leave the plus at home and I take the mini with me everywhere
Yes Russ great video as always! I too have been using the GKD Pixel more than my miyoo mini's but could really do with another video as I would like the new cores on miniui thanks buddy
It's amazing that this device has hit the 2nd anniversery and it still got these updates. Big respect to anyone who is involved in the Onion project.
I'm so happy they fixed the colours on the V4, I ordered one a few weeks ago. It's still shipping, but it's very good to know that there wouldn't be any compromises to the screen
I have the Miyoo Mini v2 since launch. It's running OnionOS 4.2. For me it's the perfect one handed Pokémon machine! The small screen can be a problem without glasses... I am about half a century old.
Gonna install OnionOS 4.3 on the mini now. Seems like a very good upgrade, especially for the yellow filter.
I don't like emulating DS. It feels off, even on my Steam Deck. I have a DS Lite, but a couple of weeks ago I bought a pristine DSi XL for my handheld collection. What a great machine that is!
I own several devices now, but my MM+ will always be a favorite. It's very pocket able, has a great library of systems and games to play, and the software experience is simply the best of any handheld I've tried.
Great to hear about these changes. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for these straight-forward videos. I'm not a tech-savvy person, so I was kind of intimidated by the handheld emulator world, but your channel has been extremely helpful for me! I can't put my MM+ down, now!
Between this video and your other plus video I actually picked up one of these and it was on my doorstep today. I think I’m gonna enjoy the plus version.
This guide is right on time. My MM+ just came in yesterday 😄
Loving my MM+. Your videos have been really helpful for me as someone new to emulators, thanks dude. You have a new sub.
Thank you for this clear update summary. I really appreciate you posting this. 🤘
I love how the miyoo onion is developing!!❤🎉🎉
rocking the v2 miyoo mini for the longest time, wifi for updating seems like a luxury for that device.
OMG this reason alone makes miyoo mini OG obsolete
Awesome video, Russ! Maybe I missed these two things but if it helps anyone I'll post them here.
1. Integer scaling GBA basically fills out the entire V4 screen and its super sharp. Even though its a small screen it makes a great difference imo. Hold menu+start to select the scaling you prefer.
2. The PWM settings is also there to lower the humming from the speaker. Lower number = quieter speaker.
Hope this helps!
Menu+start for the scaling no ?
@@RowRowFightThePowaa Lol yes. Typo.
Thing I don't regret buying: the Miyoo Mini. It only keeps getting better. 😎
I dont even have this device, yet i still happily tapped on this video when the notification arrived 😅
Fr. His videos are fun to watch. Nice way to kill time.
Same 😂
I just think it's interesting personally 😅
I binged these videos while waiting for mine to arrive as well😊
Same 🎉😂
Thanks for sharing the update video. I went ahead and updated to 4.3 on my yellow miyoo mini while watching this and I can say yeah they definitely fixed the color and the sharpness of the screen. I use the onion desktop tool on my pc and it takes care of the downloading and upgrading to the card and then when done just insert the card to the miyoo mini, connect the USB C cable and let it do its thing.
I just bought one of these and I'm very excited for it to arrive. Thought it looked super cool and couldn't resist buying one.
Kinda crazy that this system just got even better! Great vid!
Did my OTA update for my Miyoo Mini Plus once I saw this video in my feed. Easy as pie, and good results 👍🏽
Ordered the Miyoo Mini Plus yesterday. So this video will come in handy!
I'm assuming u love it by now...I replaced some roms on mine..tossed tekken 3 on it... plays it flawlessly
@illygotbeats yes I love it and it's even better with Onion OS on it.
I actually ordered this just recently. Currently waiting on it to show up Friday and I have the SD card prepared already for it.
Newer purchased MM+ work fine with C to C chargers and larger then 5w chargers. It's been tested and doesn't pull anymore then the 5w it needs. I charge mine with a C-C 65w charger for the last few months. I also experimented with a variety of other chargers. No issues noted and does not get hotter compared to a 5w.
Love the MMP, such a phenomenal device paired with OnionOS.
Excellent update video! I'd love a new Pixel update as well since it sounds like you've really gotten it dialed in now
Thanks for this video and the follow up on the Mini v4.
It’s funny this video popped up because I just installed the last beta build for v4.3 only a couple of days ago. I’ve had the original Miyoo Mini for a good while now and I just got a Plus model last week. Both devices are awesome little handhelds, but because of the bigger screen and overall size, the Plus definitely wins in the comfort category for me.
Best intro music in the game - Big shoutout Jim Gray!
I'm amazed how great the community support is in these little devices. Great video!
Russ, my MMP bought like 6 months ago works with usb-c to usb-c. Thank you for the video!
I love watching videos on these neato emulator devices. You and Wulf Den are the best ones.
I was going mad trying to figure out how to change the screen layout when using Drastic, thank you Russ!
I'm covered with my two Miyoo mini+ models and one Miyoo mini v2. But it's good to know that the mini v4 is now viable. Good to recommend for people who truly want a simple, very small solution.
Perfect timing, I just received a grey + and I love everything about it, looks and feels great, beautiful screen and great feeling buttons 💞 (I much prefer the buttons to my RG351M).
Just updated mine! Thanks Russ!
I finally picked one up and I am blown away. Wasn't aware of the V4, went to check if they had any, but all sold out...
I want a “yeah man, I wanna do it” shirt please!
I love my Miyoo mini and have yet to put on a custom firmware, I just use it to play Pokemon Pinball on my walk to the office while having breakfast so it's been pretty nice to go into making the office returns a little better to manage :)
I have a Plus and a V4 and am very happy with both and honestly I kinda switch between them as my daily driver depending on how I’m feeling that day and what kind of experience I want. It’s nice to know that Onion Os everything sorted on the software end for the screen and that Miyoo is actually keeping up with the V4 stock. At this point it really seems the only difference is just the size and it’s pretty cool.
Yes PLEASE new video for the GKD Pixel :D
Great news the mini v4 is more available, I gave up on finding one. Ordered already
100% want to see an updated review of the GKD Pixel. Bought a MM+ off your recommendation and have always fancied the Pixel. I've definitely got the mini retro collecting bug!
Thanks for this video, had no clue 4.3 hit stable release, yay. Can't wait to tryout some DS games. Great Video as always, I think im married to the Mini plus :)
My co-worker jokingly kisses his, mwha mwah hello baby haha.
@@bennyboypolo Haha
We own two Pluses and one original Miyoo Mini. Ironically, our 18 year old son prefers the original Mini. I think for me it’s a vision preference, as my eyesight gets worse the older I get and that tiny screen just doesn’t cut it.
Nice update video!
The plus is definitely where it’s at for us middle aged folks. I can’t believe I just realized my own age. NOOOOOOOO!!!!
@@kennethfriedl3428 that made me laugh! I still think I’m a cool Gen X’er, but then I have to admit how old I am to myself!
Great guide and review. Having owned both, I can pretty much agree with everything said here. Maybe on thing to add: the adhesive used in the V4 seems to be stronger than on the older ones, so screen popping shouldn't be an issue anymore. Anyways keep it up!
Yeah man, I like this review/guide.
Miyoo and onion have been a great experience so far.
The charging fix is such a huge underrated update, my miyoo mini+ has been messed up since the day I got it because at the time I didn't know that plugging it into my phone charger would borderline brick the device and I said I would never buy another until it was fixed, glad to see that has been done
What charger should one use?
Ooo I love this update! I think the remote feature of controlling your miyoo mini plus on your computer or seeing the screen on your computer is perfect for people who want to stream their retro gameplay! In my own opinion lol since I was on the fence of getting this or the powkiddy rgb30 so I can try to stream my handheld gameplay!
I just ordered one have the plus because the mini want available thanks for this video
Love my miyoo mini plus. The new update has been pretty good. Playing a lot of native pico 8 on it and only a few games here and there havent been able to run at all. It doesnt look as amazing on playing on an rgb30 but still very enjoyable.
Thanks for another great video and your continued coverage of Onion releases!
You mentioned potentially making a video about the tweaks that are possible with the GKD Pixel and MinUI. I would be very interested in a video on that topic because the limited features of MinUI are the main thing holding me back from pulling the trigger on a GKD Pixel.
(I am also curious to what extent Pico 8 is playable on the Pixel with MinUI. I can see on the MinUI site that Pico 8 emulation is supported but no native support?)
Could you please do a new video on the GKD? I just ordered one yesterday and would love to hear an informative set up with Menui.
Thanks in advance!
really waiting for the miyoo flip. was hoping to resell my mini v3 to pay for it but if they stay in stock then i may need to rethink that a bit haha. i think i have some old firmware so i definitely need to update it and this video was very helpful
A refresh video on the GKD Pixel is absolutely wanted! Please do.
Thanks for all the wonderful content you produce!!
I bought an RGB30 almost a month ago and i think i might return it for one of these. Its not the most comfortable to hold for me and the 3ds i bought was stolen upon delivery. DS and GBA games are my big thing so i dont think ill miss the analog sticks either. Thanks for the update Russ
I got the miyoo mini at launch, but sold it because I have large hands and it was super uncomfortable! The miyoo mini+ brought me back ❤
Would love an updated video on the GKD Pixel! I'm still holding off on it just to see how the software experience is looking like. But hardware-wise is the one I'm mostly likely to buy.
Very cool video. Expecting the Pixel update!
Awesome as every guide that you shared with the community man!
Am I wrong or your menu color is different from the standard ?
I’ve search how to change it but had no success.
Thanks for everything you do!! the onion devs treat us good!!!
Love your videos man!
I bought a Miyoo Mini v1 to complement my Steam Deck. The Deck is for home gaming sessions, and the Miyoo Mini is for outside.
Pocketability was a crucial argument for me. It's a very good companion. The v1 adds hot-swappable batteries. I bought three more to be able to play all day!
So, I have both the MM and the MM+. I use the MM+ to update Onion OS and quick swap the SD card between the two devices. The themes for both devices stay separate as well which is really neat! Just make sure that you update the firmware for both devices before you start swapping the SD card like I do. I keep the MM in my bag and the MM+ at home, then swap when needed :D
Absolutely do the updated vid!
Man I love your intro music
""We're not gonna hit no, we're gonna hit yes!"
Favorite new RGC quote :D
P.S.: I love your studio space with the greenery, great wave of Kanagawa, and so on. It's always just so refreshing to look at! Helps my inner OCD chill out.
These things are so very, very cool. If I hadn't injured my thumb with too much d-padding, I'd be all over it. The PWM adjustment is cool too, and while I'm glad to see a screen running at 800 Hz instead of 100, either one is still pretty slow. I make LED lights, and I normally run them at around 20 kHz to ensure it won't be visible or audible.
CZcams: new Retro Game Corps guide!
Me: Yeah, man, I wanna do it.
VNC thing is super useful since I gave my Miyoo to my little brother and sometimes he finds ways to break everything there so helping this way could be nice
Ah that’s a nice idea!
Had to send to my husband, he loves his MM+ and uses OnionOS, so I’m excited to see if he updates!
I just got mine so I’m trying to learn as much as I can before I play it.
The VNC inclusion is a hoot!
I think I've decided that this is the handheld I want to get.
I have big hands but, I love my V4 Mini. Just got it last week but, have been wanting one for months. I do enjoy my Mini Plus a lot but, only going to be using it for updating the V4 OS and for platformers like Megaman and Mario just because the bigger size is better for them. Going to save all of my Pokemon playthroughs for the Mini V4 and gonna start exploring Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy.
A use case for the remote play over VNC is if you want to be able to sometimes play games on a larger screen without having to deal with transferring save files.
That VNC feature might be a cool way to
Get screen capture from the miyoo mini
Hey Russ, your channel is amazing and a piller of retro systems.
Can you please do a video on how to set up an Anbernic Arc from scratch with two fresh empty SD cards (32 GB Fat 32)
Couldn't understand any of the online guides
Would love to see an update on the Pixel! Had some concerns but sounds like you solved them.
Great vid, thanks!
great vid, thx loads! :-)
Batocera on the RG35XX+ just got a major update. You should make a showcase about that too :)
glad the mini v4 is usable now, that original review was scathing.
i originally wanted a mini but at the time only the plus was available so i went for that.
on one hand i do want a mini because the plus is slightly too big to just always have around you, but on the other hand, the plus is definitely more comfortable looking and im not sure it's worth the cost/effort of buying a mini v4, selling the plus just for a little size decrease that might potentially make it too uncomfortable to actually use
1st world problems I guess
I appreciate all the work and attention to detail that goes into the channel. I've seen many of them and have a question: why is xbox360 not mentioned among the lists of consoles that a handheld can run? The list usually runs up to ps2 or ps3, then current generation games. Is the hardware still too recent for a handheld to make it affordable? Do emulators not run xbox games?
I would love an updated GKD Pixel video. There just aren't a lot of videos showcasing it and it's abilities and since i got it I've loved having it with me.
The ability to play the MM+ from your PC sounds like something that would be extremely useful when you are developing apps for the MM. You develop and build the thing, then move it through ssh and finally test from the very same PC.
I have both mini and mini +. I can confirm that sd swap works between them.
I recently got a v4 after having a plus for the last 7 months. I agree about the comfort for most games. But for some reason for me I actually prefer the V4 mini when playing Tetris. For some reason it's way more comfortable on that system vs the plus.
Great video as always! Now I don't have to make a video on this and can just send people here lol.
Yes GKD Pixel. Been waiting for that device to get better software to replace my RG Nano.
Please make an updated gkd pixel video. Appreciate all the hard work Russ