Mike Chi has just revealed details about the upcoming RetroTINK 4K. I’ve personally been testing this product for months and am so excited to finally be able to discuss it publicly, however there’s one thing I need to clarify before we continue: This should be considered the “Sony BVM” of scalers. You don’t need a BVM. […]
Krikzz has just released a firmware update for the RGB Blaster that should help compatibility with some devices. DO NOT UPDATE if your RGB Blaster is currently working well!!! This update doesn’t add any new features and is only meant to help compatibility with devices like the RetroTINK 2x SCART and RAD2x. Updating is as […]
Mike Chi has just added a new mode to the RetroTINK 5x, that tells your TV to enable HDR mode. While this isn’t converting a retro game signal to HDR, it allows for increased brightness on your TV…which means using the amazing CRT scanline emulation recently added, you can have a look that’s more true […]
Wobbling Pixels has just released an excellent video showing how to get the most performance out of your SNES – and that includes both 1-CHIP and earlier models – using the RetroTINK 5x and it’s latest firmware. There’s also tips on CRT filters and info for composite and S-Video users in both NTSC and PAL regions. […]
Wobbling Pixels has just released a video detailing how to get the most out of your N64 when connected to a RetroTINK 5x. As always, we need to stress that NONE OF THIS IS NECESSARY!! The only thing “required” to use your consoles with a RetroTINK product is plugging it in. That said, if you’d […]
Wobbling Pixels has shared recommended RetroTINK-5X Pro settings for use with the PlayStation 2. This video demonstrates both NTSC and PAL signals across a variety of game output options and RetroTINK enhancements, including widescreen, scanlines, CRT simulation, pre-deinterlacing, and smoothing filters. Watch the video above to see what settings make PlayStation 2 classics like Gran […]
Developer Ryan Mullen has just created a Python script that will allow you to update your RetroTINK devices on all operating systems, including Mac and Linux – Two OS’s that were previously unsupported for TINK updates! The video above walks you through doing it on a Mac and the video below shows you both how […]
Mike Chi has just released the fifth batch of RetroTINK 5x’s and – I can’t believe I’m actually typing this – Even in the midst of a global part shortage, he was able to get quite a bit this time…and they’re STILL in stock!!! Above is a deep-dive video showcasing all the launch day features; […]
Mike Chi has announced that the fourth batch of RetroTINK 5x’s will go on sale exactly 12 hours from now, at a time that’s meant to be more convenient for people in timezone’s outside the US. Here’s a purchase link, as well as a link to a time zone converter, with a few examples below: […]
On my own blog, I’ve noted that the Pioneer LaserActive is one of the toughest nuts for upscalers to crack. It combines a game library consisting of fast-paced FMV crosshair shooters and quick-time event games like Triad Stone all in 240p, with a need for high-quality 480i deinterlacing for its use as a LaserDisc […]
