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The Dreamcast memory card had its own screen

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Long before smartphones were a thing, Sega decided your memory card needed its own tiny screen. You could unplug the visual memory unit, shove it in your pocket, and feed a digital pet while ignoring your actual responsibilities at work or school.

The Dreamcast memory card had its own screen
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