ZAMAN

Golden-Age Retro Emulation up to PS2, Gamecube era

By Kawn Electro — Saudi Independent Hardware Engineering Lab Join the Waitlist!

Why ZAMAN?

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Economic Modularity

Why buy an entire new device every generation? Keep the high quality screen, controller (Wing) and dock (Nest) you buy and upgrade just the core.

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Meaningful Fun

Keep doomscrolling at bay with this dedicated device that respects your time instead of hijacking it. Enjoy a console experience with a tailored OS that boots directly into your games in seconds.

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Open Ecosystem

ZAMAN fully embraces open-source operating systems and emulation frontends. You have complete control to tinker and tweak your ultimate retro experience without corporate software restrictions.

ZAMAN

Modular Switch‑like retro console (Coming Soon end of 2026)

Zaman Logo

Zaman is a hybrid gaming console designed for longevity, repairability, and cost-effective upgrades. The system is made of three parts: Core, Wing, and Nest.

Core module

Core

The swappable brain — Efficient Processor, RAM, storage, and wireless. Upgradable across generations

Wing module

Wing

The handheld body — featuring a high refresh rate, 6” display, large battery, and hall-effect controls

Nest module

Nest

The desktop/console body — Docking station with enough connectivity and advanced cooling that unlocks full processor performance.

Core Module — Top & Bottom

Core top view Core bottom view

Preliminary Specs

ZAMAN Core

Processor Rockchip RK3588S (8-Core 64-bit ARM CPU: up to 2.4GHz)
Graphics ARM Mali-G610 GPU (Built-in 3D GPU)
Memory 8GB to 16GB Fast LPDDR4x/LPDDR5
Storage 128GB to 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
Cooling Solid-state active cooling, whisper-quiet operation (sub-20 dBA)
Wireless Wi‑Fi 6E and Bluetooth
Connectivity Durable, high-speed connector for a future-proofed interface (PCIe Gen 4 speeds)

ZAMAN Wing

Display 6” OLED display, 120Hz
Battery 6000mAh battery
Controls Hall effect thumbsticks (zero stick drift), quiet face buttons, and HD haptics
Ergonomics Adult-sized grips for hours of comfortable, cramp-free play

ZAMAN Nest

Advanced Cooling Additional cooling to unlock the full TDP of the processor
I/O
  • 1x USB-C (Full-featured)
  • 2x USB 3.0 Type‑A
  • 2x USB 2.0 Type‑A
  • 1x HDMI
  • 1x DisplayPort
  • 1x 1Gbit Ethernet
  • 1x 3.5mm AUX
  • 1x extra M.2 SSD slot

Stay Tuned!

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About Kawn Electro

Kawn Electro is a solo engineering lab dedicated to modular, repairable, and long-lasting hardware. Every design decision prioritises longevity and interoperability. We reject planned obsolescence in favour of devices that users can upgrade, repair, and reconfigure over time.

Based in Saudi Arabia, the lab is committed to open-ecosystem design principles. Whether developing consumer electronics or smart home devices, the goal remains the same: hardware that respects its owner's intelligence and investment.

Modularity is not a feature — it's a philosophy.

Kawn Electro
Kadhem, founder of Kawn-Electro

The Founder

Kadhem is a hardware engineer and a tech enthusiast with a passion for modular, repair‑friendly electronics. His work spans embedded systems, smart home gadgets, and industrial devices. Always driven by the belief that great hardware should grow with its user, not be replaced.

With a professional certificate in PCB design (CPCD by PCEA) and a hands‑on approach to prototyping, Kadhem brings both professional experience and maker creativity to every project at Kawn Electro.

Get in Touch

Based in Saudi Arabia.

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