Gameboy Advance SP

The Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP, released in 2003, refined the original GBA’s clamshell design with a sleek, flip‑open form factor that folds flat for easy pocketing and protects the screen when closed. It kept the same 32‑bit ARM processor and 2.9‑inch TFT display, but added a front‑lit backlight that could be toggled between low and high brightness, extending play in dim environments. Powered by a rechargeable lithium‑ion battery, the SP offered up to 10 hours of continuous gaming—roughly double the battery life of its predecessor—while remaining fully compatible with the entire GBA, Game Boy and Game Boy Color library. Its improved audio, built‑in link cable port, and optional “Wireless Adapter” for multiplayer added to its appeal, making the SP a popular upgrade for fans seeking a more portable, durable handheld.