Microsoft's own Xbox handheld is "essentially cancelled"
The next-gen Xbox is still in the works
Portable gaming articles
PlayStation handheld leak suggests PS5 game support via low-power mode, upscaling, and extra cache
Sony is reportedly planning a "low-power" mode for the PlayStation 5
AMD unveils Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and Z2 A chips powering Xbox gaming handhelds
The Z2 Extreme packs a 50 TOPS NPU for on-device AI processing
Microsoft pauses work on Xbox handheld to focus on third-party Windows gaming devices
The project is not canceled, though
SteamOS outperforms Windows on the Lenovo Legion Go S in both speed and battery life
Windows was holding back Lenovo's gaming handheld
What just happened? Lenovo showcased two versions of its Legion Go S gaming handheld last January at CES 2025. While the Windows model launched in February, the SteamOS version has only just started shipping (with nearly identical hardware specs). Benchmarks released by popular YouTuber Dave Lee suggest that the latter is noticeably faster and more battery-efficient than the Windows version.
Zotac's new OLED handheld gaming PC runs a Linux-based OS
A new Manjaro OS fork powered by AMD's Radeon 890M iGPU
First look at Asus ROG Ally 2 and Microsoft's Project Kennan handheld
The rumored portable Xbox could launch as soon as this month
Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 handheld may be less powerful than the PS5
Featuring a 3nm SoC that draws 15W
Rarely used microSD Express cards sell out in Japan after Switch 2 unveiling
Nintendo Switch 2 requires microSD Express, which only SanDisk and Lexar currently offer
Bottom line: The SD Express standard for memory cards initially debuted in 2018 but has seen virtually no use because most devices don't meet its bandwidth specifications. The Nintendo Switch 2 might be the first widely available product that requires microSD Express, and its unveiling has already sparked a substantial sales spike for the format.
Every first-party Nintendo Switch 2 game will cost $70 or $80 – even the old ones
Nintendo cites upgrades, inflation, and tariffs as reasons for the higher prices
Nintendo Switch 2 is official with 7.9" 120fps VRR display, 4K at 60fps when docked
Launches June 5 at $450
Finally: This morning's Switch 2 exclusive Nintendo Direct finally answered all the burning questions about the device, including key specs, price, and release date. As expected, many of the rumors regarding the handheld were validated, but let's make it official.
Microsoft's next-gen gaming strategy: A handheld, a PC-like Xbox, or both?
Project Keenan and conflicting reports on Microsoft's handheld plans
Intel wants to take on AMD in the handheld gaming PC market, preps Panther Lake chips
Roadmap includes Arrow Lake, Lunar Lake, and Panther Lake
The iconic Nokia N97 gets resurrected as a retro-inspired gaming handheld
The N97 lives again, but with D-pads instead of a keyboard
Nintendo Switch 2 officially announced, with more details set for April 2
Launch expected in May or June
Pocket Power: The Game Boy's Legendary Journey
The Nintendo Game Boy revolutionized handheld gaming, captivating generations with its simplicity, portability, and iconic games like Tetris and Pokémon, leaving a legacy spanning decades.
SteamOS is coming to third-party handhelds, starting with the Lenovo Legion Go S
Lenovo's handheld running SteamOS could cost $100 less than the Windows variant
Nintendo Switch 2 alleged motherboard leaks, patent confirms DLSS upscaling-like tech
An official reveal is expected as soon as this month
Lenovo could unveil the first third-party SteamOS device at CES
Microsoft will also be in attendance
Nintendo Switch 2 case could be a true teaser of the new handheld's design and dimensions
A larger form factor and new dimensions for the Switch 2, according to Dbrand
YouTuber creates DIY ultrawide handheld gaming PC from broken laptop parts
Built from a cannibalized 2-in-1 laptop
Tencent unveils 11" gaming handheld with glasses-free 3D, Intel Core Ultra 7 258V CPU
You might never be able to buy it, though
Sony is developing a PS5 handheld device to compete with Nintendo's Switch
It may also be competing with Microsoft's future handheld
Nintendo confirms Switch 2 is coming soon, backwards compatibility is in
The new console will arrive sometime before April 2025
Three new Lenovo Legion Go handhelds might utilize AMD's Ryzen Z2 next year
EEC listings emerge soon after AMD Ryzen Z2 leaks