Custom ROMs in 2026 — still a thing? — follow-up

Handheld PCs turned my commute into actual gaming time instead of doom-scrolling.

After years of flagships I switched to a midrange phone and honestly barely notice the difference.

Curious what everyone else here thinks about it.

Would love to hear how you all handle this.

Handheld PCs turned my commute into actual gaming time instead of doom-scrolling.

The handheld I picked has replaced my console entirely.

Lighting comment is painfully accurate.

Midrange + faster upgrade cycle is the best value play, agreed.

Custom ROMs gave my old phone three extra years of life.