Recent #Handheld Gaming news in the semiconductor industry

about 1 month ago

➀ Lenovo canceled some Legion Go 2 pre-orders and delayed others due to overwhelming demand, citing inability to ship "in a timely manner";

➁ Affected customers received 10% discount coupons, but shipments for remaining orders were pushed to November 2025;

➂ The handheld faces competition from Asus ROG Ally 2 and MSI's Claw 8, while recalling past shortages like PS5 and GPU crisis.

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about 2 months ago

➀ A Chinese DIY enthusiast showcased a custom 32:9 ultra-wide PC gaming handheld powered by AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme, demonstrating smooth 60fps gameplay in racing titles like Asphalt Legends and SnowRunner;

➁ The device uses a rare 32:9 Asus ProArt portable display (1,920 x 550 pixels) capped at 60Hz, with estimated high costs due to premium components;

➂ While innovative, commercial alternatives like OneXPlayer X1 Air with 11-inch 16:10 screen and Intel Ultra 200V chips gain attention for balancing portability and performance.

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2 months ago

➀ The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally are scheduled to launch on October 16, 2025, in many parts of the world.

➁ The handhelds will be available in multiple countries including the US, Australia, and China.

➂ The ROG Ally series will also be available in other markets like Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Thailand, with the Xbox Ally launching in China early next year.

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2 months ago

➀ Asus and Microsoft’s co-branded ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds will launch globally on October 16, featuring AMD's Ryzen Z2 processors and upgradeable SSDs.

➁ The devices run a customized Windows 11 with Xbox-friendly controls but lack native Xbox game support, focusing solely on PC titles.

➂ Pricing remains unannounced, with European leaks hinting at €599–€899 ranges, while Asus prepares playable demos at Gamescom including Gears of War: Reloaded and Final Fantasy VII: Remake Intergrade.

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4 months ago

➀ OneXPlayer unveils the OneXSugar, a dual-screen Android handheld with a unique rotary mechanism that transforms into a Switch-like or 3DS-like device;

➁ Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chip, it supports ray tracing and Wi-Fi 7, targeting emulation of classic consoles;

➂ The device debuted on Indiegogo for crowdfunding, though pricing and availability remain unannounced.

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5 months ago

➀ Microsoft is consolidating Xbox and Windows platforms through 'Xbox PC' branding in game marketing, targeting Steam's dominance by redirecting users to the Xbox app;

➁ The redesigned Xbox App now integrates console games into PC libraries, signaling deeper Xbox-Windows store integration;

➂ Facing SteamOS's handheld performance advantages, Microsoft partners with Asus for an Xbox-branded handheld in 2025, amid lagging Xbox console sales.

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5 months ago

➀ UK customers report receiving Nintendo Switch 2 units with broken seals, sparking concerns about tampering across multiple retailers including Currys and John Lewis;

➁ Conflicting explanations emerge: Some blame weak packaging seals while others suspect intentional checks for missing Mario Kart World game codes in the supply chain;

➂ This follows prior Nintendo packaging controversies, including GameStop receipts puncturing console screens in the U.S., raising quality control concerns.

Handheld GamingNintendoSwitch
10 months ago
➀ The Ayaneo 3 handheld introduces a new level of customization with swappable control modules; ➁ It will come in Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Ryzen 7 8840U configurations; ➂ The modular design allows for various game genres and control preferences.
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12 months ago
➀ The Ayaneo 3 is announced as the latest flagship device by Ayaneo, featuring the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 CPU. ➁ The device includes a 7-inch high-refresh LCD or OLED HDR display and additional buttons for user control. ➂ The Ayaneo 3 will compete with other handheld consoles such as the ROG Ally 2 and MSI Claw 8 AI+.
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about 1 year ago
➀ The Atari Super Pocket and Technos Super Pocket by Blaze Entertainment are available for preorder, each with a collection of classic games. The Atari Super Pocket comes with 50 arcade and Atari games, while the Technos Super Pocket has 15. Both have Evercade cartridge slots for additional games. ➁ The systems are compact with 2.8-inch IPS displays and USB-C charging ports. ➂ Preorders are open on Amazon for $59.99, with releases on October 22.
Handheld Gaming
about 1 year ago
1. Sony's PlayStation Portal has seen unexpected success, prompting the company to pay closer attention to the handheld market. 2. The device relies on a PS5 console for gameplay, streaming games via Wi-Fi, which can be problematic due to latency. 3. There are speculations that Sony might develop a standalone handheld console with exclusive games, leveraging its strong game franchises.
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