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TL;DR
- The ongoing RAM shortage has compelled AYANEO to pull the plug on its most promising device earlier than usual.
- Although the KONKR Pocket FIT 8 Elite is now shipping, AYANEO cautions about limited stocks.
- After the current run, and probably one more in the near future, AYANEO will discontinue the Fit 8 Elite.
- The development may be disappointing for enthusiasts because the handheld offered great specs at a really tempting price.
Now, while production has finally begun, the company has some bitter news to share regarding the Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered handheld.
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Following the several-month delay that AYANEO faced, it has finally started shipping the Pocket FIT 8 Elite. In a recent Indiegogo post, the brand has also said it is prioritizing shipments now, regardless of the configuration. It will ship out batches of specific SKUs as soon as they are produced.
AYANEO has further added that the Pocket FIT 8 Elite has finally entered mass production and will fulfill all the pre-orders. Although the handheld is currently not listed for purchase on AYANEO’s website, it promises to bring it back soon. The company claims to have reserved some stock to produce the Pocket FIT 8 Elite and plans to relist on the website soon.
While the announcement is assuring for those who have pre-ordered the console, the next restock may be the final for the Pocket FIT 8 Elite. AYANEO notes that rising component prices will significantly increase product costs.
After this upcoming restock, Pocket FIT 8Elite will very likely be the final production batch, and it will be available while supplies last, with no current plans for further restocking.
Meanwhile, the company has reiterated that those who pre-ordered the FIT 8 Elite but have yet to receive it are eligible for a $15 compensation. If they haven’t yet, they can write to service@ayaneo.com to claim their payout.
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