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Amazon and Retailers Offer Major Discounts on Xbox Ally and Handheld Consoles for the Holidays

Originally Published 22 days ago — by Windows Central

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Source: Windows Central

The Xbox Ally, a competitive handheld gaming device for Xbox and PC games, is now available at a discounted price of $489, down from $599.99, offering reliable performance, a 7-inch display, and support for cloud gaming services, making it a strong alternative to the Steam Deck, especially for cloud gaming enthusiasts.

Xbox Series X Hits Holiday Clearance with Free Wireless Controller

Originally Published 28 days ago — by Kotaku

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The Xbox Series X, originally priced at $650, is currently available at an 8% discount for $600 on Amazon, returning it to its spring/summer MSRP after previous price hikes. The console offers 4K gaming, a disc drive, fast load times, and access to streaming apps and Game Pass, making it a top choice for gamers, especially with the critically acclaimed game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 available on the platform.

Valve Unveils Powerful New Steam Machine and VR Hardware

Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Verge

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Valve is launching a new, more powerful Steam Machine in early 2026, aiming to compete with Xbox and PlayStation. It is a 6-inch cube that runs SteamOS and uses Proton for Windows game compatibility, offering a stationary gaming experience with the power and convenience that surpasses the Steam Deck, including faster updates and better performance.

Next-Gen Xbox to Offer Premium, High-End Experience with Potential PC Hybrid Features

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Wccftech

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The upcoming Xbox 'Magnus' is expected to be a high-end, powerful console with a bill of materials exceeding $650, potentially pushing its retail price above $1000 due to high costs and support for third-party stores, which may influence Sony's PlayStation 6 strategy.

Xbox's Next-Gen Console to Offer a Premium, Hybrid PC-Console Experience

Originally Published 2 months ago — by GameSpot

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Microsoft's upcoming Xbox console is expected to be a premium, high-end device focused on a curated gaming experience, with hints of integrating PC-like features and a dedicated, optimized interface, aiming to differentiate from competitors despite current sales challenges.

Sony Releases Updated PS5 Pro and DualSense V3 with Subtle Improvements

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Wccftech

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Source: Wccftech

The new PlayStation 5 Pro CFI-7121 model offers improved power efficiency (2-3%), runs cooler, and is quieter than the original, with minor hardware changes like a lighter heatsink and different fan. The DualSense controller saw minimal updates, mainly removing the back microphone to reduce costs. Overall, these small upgrades enhance performance without significant changes or cost increases.

Microsoft Canceled Xbox Handheld Over AMD's 10 Million Unit Requirement

Originally Published 3 months ago — by Wccftech

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The rumored Xbox handheld was canceled reportedly due to AMD's high minimum order requirements of over 10 million units, which Microsoft was unwilling to commit to, especially given the sales figures of comparable devices like Steam Deck and ASUS ROG. The system was never officially announced, and the cancellation may also reflect Microsoft's strategic shift towards third-party publishing. Despite this, a different portable Xbox device, the ROG Xbox Ally, is launching soon and has already sold out.

Playdate Remains Gaming's Best-Kept Secret After Three Years

Originally Published 3 months ago — by WIRED

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Source: WIRED

Three years after its launch, Playdate remains a unique and charming micro-console that appeals to indie game developers and enthusiasts with its inventive use of controls, curated game releases, and dedicated community, despite some hardware limitations like lack of backlight and Bluetooth.

AYANEO's Pocket DS: The Modern Dual-Screen Android Gaming Handheld

Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Verge

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Source: The Verge

Ayaneo has announced the Pocket DS, a dual-screen Android handheld inspired by the Nintendo DS, available for preorder on Indiegogo starting at $399 with shipping expected in October 2025. It features a 7-inch OLED top screen, a 5-inch LCD bottom screen, a Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 processor, and customizable specs, aiming to recreate the Nintendo DS experience with modern hardware.

Exciting New Handheld Gaming Devices Announced and Released

Originally Published 5 months ago — by Android Central

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Source: Android Central

AYANEO announced the Pocket DS, the world's first dual-screen Android gaming handheld resembling a Nintendo 3DS XL, with more details to be revealed in a future livestream. The device is already in production and was showcased at ChinaJoy, hinting at a powerful Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 processor. The company also released the Pocket S2, a high-performance Android gaming device with up to 16GB RAM and a large battery, available for pre-order via Indiegogo.

Nintendo Switch 2 Restocks and Updates at Best Buy and Walmart

Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Verge

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Source: The Verge

The Nintendo Switch 2 is now available online at Best Buy, with limited stock of the standalone console and a Mario Kart bundle, making it the fastest-selling console with over 3.5 million units sold in four days, and offers improved performance and backward compatibility with the original Switch games.