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Bought it on Ali Express for 55usd, it can be found now for around 45.

It has capacitive sticks, but one came square and the other circular. I couldnt find Gripure webpage to download a software to configure the controller.

Capacitive sticks are super responsive and precise, but each stick coming with different circularity is weird.

R2L2 are pretty good, face buttons and R1L1 are ok but nothing special.

The dpad is bad, feels stiff and mushy at the same time. Biggest issue imo.

And the controller is rather small, if you have big hands avoid it like a plague.

If you have small hands or want to gift someone like that, then it is an ok-ish purchase. But there is the Mobapad Chitu 2 that can be found sub 30 and has a great reputation.

TL;DR: For gamers who are looking for a cost-effective wireless controller with quiet buttons, the EasySMX X05 Pro is an excellent option

Hey everyone. I recently bought the EasySMX X05 Pro from PixelPlay’s Shopee store. Its SRP is listed at around $35, but PixelPlay is selling it for only ₱1,155 (lower price due to regional pricing most likely). After applying discount vouchers, I was able to get it for around ₱950.

Long story short, the X05 Pro has become my new favorite controller. As someone who is quite particular about how loud a controller is, the X05 Pro’s quiet buttons are something I really appreciate. It uses a D-pad that is similar in design to the one found in the Series X/S controller, but only A LOT quieter. What I love about its D-pad is that its tactile enough without being obnoxiously loud. As for its face and shoulder buttons, they are a bit quieter than the ones found in the GameSir Super Nova, which, I might add, were already quiet enough. The X05 Pro …

Just got from Ali for around 30usd using coins and coupons, the msrp is around 50. And holy sheet, the hype is real.

The frictionless analog rings feels amazing, it is really hard to explain until you try it. The disc dpad is very fast and smooth, also comes with a traditional cross dpad.

The ergos feel pretty good, I was afraid they would be too small, but nope. They arent large either, seems to be close to an universal sweet spot as they could get.

The controversial aspect is the R2L2 being straight digital buttons, no analogic gradual press. I prefer them that way, but I know some people prefer analogic buttons for racing games and such.

The fact that this controller feels this good being so affordable that blow my mind. It feels much better than many 80+ dollars controllers.

Being this good and affordable makes it a great gift.

I don’t know if you’re aware, but apparently Flydigi released a new batch of the Vader 5 Pro.

The tension ring system now looks like the Vader 5S, and I must admit it’s better than the smooth “buggy” linear rotation of the old version. No more tension change during gameplay session !

The new batch dates from March 2026, and the old one from December 2025. You can tell by the packaging; they included a sticker to help locate the paddles 🤣

For your information, I bought the international version on AliExpress, but I didn’t notice any difference in the paddle system (I stick with my cabinet door bumpers).

I initially bought this controller as a backup, but in the end, I prefer this model just for the tension ring 👍

Picked up two Bellroy backpacks at a local thrift shop. Got the Transit Backpack 28L for $13, and the Via Workpack for $8. I have been wanting to buy a nice travel bag for so long, but due to budgeting, I never could justify it.

Did some culling of the herd and donated a lot of my unused, this is what I am left with currently. If anyone sees something they need DM me I obviously only use some of it.

I’ve been lurking this subreddit a few weeks and now my first post.

First time visiting Japan and this was one item I was looking to get. I was originally going to get the smaller version but it seemed a bit small in person for my needs so I got the larger one. This is the 3 way convertible briefcase.

Greetings, it’s Alfred from Nomads Nation again! Hot off the heels of the recent Travel Pack 4 (aka City Pack Pro 2 Max), we have the new Aer City Pack Pro 2 20L (more like a City Pack Pro 2S?).

I used this backpack for everyday carry for around 2 weeks in Hong Kong, here to share some of my thoughts with you. 

(Should be noted; Aer did send us the bag to test out, but my opinions are my own)

What’s different: 

Side quick access pocket 👍

This replaces one water bottle pocket (the other one remains with the design on the CPP2 24L, not the TP4) on the left side when you are wearing the bag. I find this an excellent addition for urban life, it is a perfect spot for access cards and keys, which easily fits my pouch for these items (Alpaka zip pouch).

What sets it apart from other quick access pockets, in my opinion, is the location which enables it to be accessed without ever taking off the bag. Most other quick access pockets still require taking off one shoulder strap and swinging …

Looking forward to using this thing for work, before this I tested the Pro Pack & the Able Carry Daily Plus. But I’m hoping this can be almost perfect for commuting into the city via train.

Week one of 3 months sabbatical with 3 kids (10/7/5) with carryon only*. Took them from NZ to Paris via Singapore by myself (husband joined us in Paris). Honestly, was very doable as everyone is now directable and continent, so for those with younger kids, have faith, it gets vastly better. Kathmandu Litehaul 38L bags x 3, youngest too little so just a school backpack for him.

Decathlon (Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 10 L Hiking Backpack) daypack for daily exploring.

Highly recommend Bounce app (free) for worldwide luggage storage locations. We dropped off our carryon bags in central Singapore and explored hawker stalls, satay St, waterfront and Supergrove trees carefree.

Now in Paris and again using Bounce to store luggage for Easter London trip.

*husband brought 1 suitcase for ski clothing as hoping to ski in France

I’m leaving for Bolivia later this month for around 17 days.

The main challenge of this trip is the sheer variety of climates I’ll be in: Andean mountains, tropical forest, salt desert and sand dunes. Daytime temperatures are expected to be between 2°C and 34°C (35°F to 93°F), but temperature feel can range between just below freezing up to 41°C (106°F). I’ve planned lots of hiking and time in nature, but no alpine (andean?) climbing.

 Clothing:

• Tops
  • Tencel t-shirts x2
  • Modal blouses x3
  • Ultra fine merino wool cardigan (Uniqlo, can double as a base layer)
• Bottoms
  • Hiking pants
  • Hiking shorts
  • Merino wool base layer (Decathlon)
• Other:
  • Merino wool socks x3 (Smartwool)
  • Underwear x7
  • Merino wool neck gaiter
  • Modal pajama set
  • Swimwear
  • Gloves (UL Naturehike)
• Shoes
  • Waterproof hiking trainers (Decathlon MH500)
  • Flip-flops
• Outerwear:
  • Fleece (Decathlon MH120)
  • Rain jacket (Mountain Hardwear Stretch Ozonic)
  • Down jacket (Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown Light)
  • Sun hoodie

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