Soulja Boy sells consoles again and Retroid claims he resold the Pocket Flip as his own

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Soulja Boy has resumed selling consoles under the SouljaGame now with SouljaGame Flip which, in the pictures and specifications, looks almost identical to the Retroid Pocket Flip 2. A Retroid states that it did not authorize the rebranding and that the design is protected by US patent. Below is a summary of the similarities, the manufacturer's response and the legal risks, with reference to the press coverage of the case (more details at https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/soulja-boy-is-selling-video-game-consoles-again-and-hes-already-being-accused-of-ripping-off-an-existing-handheld-he-does-not-have-permission-to-rebrand-our-products-and-sell-them-as-his-own/).

Soulja Boy resells consoles that the original manufacturer says it didn't authorize

The rapper has once again launched a portable console under the SouljaGame brand, but manufacturers claim that the device is a rebranded third-party product. Retroid claims to have no licensing agreement and says it holds patent rights in the United States, which puts the offer at risk of legal challenges (see original story: https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/soulja-boy-is-selling-video-game-consoles-again-and-hes-already-being-accused-of-ripping-off-an-existing-handheld-he-does-not-have-permission-to-rebrand-our-products-and-sell-them-as-his-own/).

The product and the similarities

The SouljaGame Flip displays photos and specifications that are practically identical to those of the Retroid Pocket Flip 2. Among the features that have been pointed out for both are:

• 5.5-inch 1080p AMOLED screen

• SD865 processor

• 8 GB RAM

• Very similar physical design in the official images

The artist's console was initially announced for around US$400, then reduced to around US$200, in line with the price of Retroid's similar device.

Response from the original manufacturer

Retroid stated that it was unaware of the rebranding of its product and that there is no license to sell it under another brand. The company emphasizes that it holds US patents on the model and considers the SouljaGame offer to be an unauthorized reissue of its device. For full coverage of the case, see: https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/soulja-boy-is-selling-video-game-consoles-again-and-hes-already-being-accused-of-ripping-off-an-existing-handheld-he-does-not-have-permission-to-rebrand-our-products-and-sell-them-as-his-own/.

History and legal risks

This is not the first time that Soulja Boy has marketed consoles under his own label; in 2018 he sold Chinese-made devices under the SouljaGame brand and faced criticism and legal threats. Intellectual property experts warn that rebranding and selling products without authorization can result in actions for trademark, patent and copyright infringement, withdrawal from the market and legal costs.

Reception and prospects

Previous criticism of SouljaGame devices focused on quality and support. Now, with Retroid's public opposition and possible patent infringements, the future of sales depends on negotiation between the parties or legal disputes. Consumers should exercise caution: check origin, guarantees and support before buying.

Conclusion

The relaunch of the SouljaGame Flip shows strong signs of similarity to the Retroid Pocket Flip 2. The manufacturer claims not to have authorized the rebranding and claims to have a patent in the US, which could lead to legal challenges. For those following the case, it's worth following updates from the press and the parties involved (related story: https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/soulja-boy-is-selling-video-game-consoles-again-and-hes-already-being-accused-of-ripping-off-an-existing-handheld-he-does-not-have-permission-to-rebrand-our-products-and-sell-them-as-his-own/).

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