Chen San Yuan: The Self‑Made Pocket‑Dimension Arranger
From 11‑phone Bike to 64‑Phone Fusion
When you think of a mobile constellation, you might picture an alien mothership, but for Taiwanese Pokémon GO legend Chen San Yuan, it’s right on his handlebars. A few months after our last glimpse of his 52‑phone setup, Chen has added another dozen devices, turning his bicycle into a peacock’s tail made of screens.
Back to the Basics: Why the Phones?
- 2018: first viral moment—Chen was spotted hunting Pokémon with 11 phones mounted on his bike.
- 2019: followers speculate he is obsessed with catching rare Pokémon and avoids battles or raids to keep the grind pure.
- Now: 64 smartphones glittering like feathers—maybe he’s trying to lure the elusive ones into his grasp.
Chen’s Own Words (The 2018 Interview)
“I only play to capture and upgrade the rare species. Raids and battles are not my jam,” Chen admits. It’s hard to know if his motivation has evolved. Yet, just as a peacock spreads its tail to attract a mate, Chen’s flamboyant tech show might be doing the same for Pokémon.
Speculation: Is the Phone Parade Going to Keep Growing?
We’re rooting for Chen to keep climbing that leaderboard. If he’s ever going to outshine even a spruced‑up rooster, we’ll definitely keep an eye on the number of phones on his bike.
Good Luck, Grandpa of the Glowing Gear!
We wish Chen all the best on his Pokémon GO odyssey—may his shiny rig bring him the very best catches yet. And if you spot a new model, just don’t forget to smile at that extra glowing light‑up tail.
— Written originally for Geek Culture.
