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ASUS ROG and KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS have partnered to launch a new gaming hardware lineup, including the portable ROG Flow Z13-KJP tablet inspired by Ludens, featuring custom design elements and high-end specs, along with limited edition peripherals designed for fans, celebrating the spirit of play, creativity, and daring innovation.
Xreal announced a partnership with Asus ROG to develop AR glasses with a 240Hz refresh rate, set to launch in the first half of 2026, featuring micro-OLED panels, a wide field of view, and compatibility with PC and console gaming through a versatile dock.
HP unveiled the HyperX Omen Max 16 at CES 2026, claiming it to be the most powerful 16-inch gaming laptop with a 300W platform power, support for the latest Intel and AMD chips, and an NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPU, featuring advanced cooling, a 2.5K OLED display, and a sleek design, though pricing and release date are yet to be announced.
Sony is offering a $100 discount on the PlayStation 5 Pro, reducing the price to around $690 at major retailers until December 25th, making it a good opportunity for gamers to upgrade to Sony's most powerful console with enhanced graphics and performance features.
The article highlights a limited-time $50 discount on the Nintendo Switch 2 bundle, including Mario Kart World, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, making it an ideal last-minute holiday gift. It also mentions other holiday deals on gaming accessories and consoles, emphasizing the importance of acting quickly as quantities are limited.
A publisher's mistake may have revealed that the upcoming Switch 2 will use smaller cartridges, hinting at potential changes in hardware design.
Recent research and expert analysis suggest that the Analogue 3D, a device designed to emulate N64 cartridges on modern TVs, may not be entirely cycle accurate to the original hardware, despite claims of 100% accuracy. While still highly regarded and playable, the device's FPGA implementation has minor discrepancies, though a fix is reportedly in development. The device remains a significant improvement over emulators, but its precision may improve with future updates.
Sony's PlayStation Portal has seen continuous updates that expand its game library and features, but it remains a streaming-only device heavily dependent on high-speed internet, which limits its portability and effectiveness. The article argues that Sony needs to develop a dedicated, native handheld console—similar to Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck—to truly compete in the portable gaming market, especially as the current cloud-based approach faces significant connectivity challenges.
Linux 6.19 introduces significant driver updates to enhance support for laptops and gaming handhelds, including new drivers for Uniwill laptops, support for ASUS ROG, Lenovo Legion, and Ayaneo devices, along with features like rapid charging and power management improvements.
The Analogue 3D has received firmware version 1.1.9, featuring significant improvements to its Overclock mode for CPU-bound N64 games like Perfect Dark and GoldenEye 007, along with various bug fixes and support enhancements.
Valve announced the Steam Frame, a new wireless VR headset that will support Android games by running Android APKs natively on its Qualcomm Snapdragon chip, allowing developers to easily port mobile titles to Steam. The device aims to seamlessly integrate Android and Steam games, with a developer kit program to facilitate this process. Additionally, Valve revealed three new hardware products, including the Steam Frame VR headset, controllers, and a Steam Machine, which will be available in select regions.
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.
Valve announced a second-generation Steam Controller, a highly customizable Bluetooth gamepad compatible with Steam devices, featuring magnetic sticks, touchpads, and virtual buttons, aiming to offer a flexible gaming experience similar to the Steam Deck, with a release planned for early 2026.
Rumors suggest Valve will soon announce a new VR headset called Steam Frame, a new Steam controller, and possibly tease a new Half-Life project, with announcements expected within hours, fueling excitement among gamers.
Speculation suggests Valve is about to reveal new gaming hardware, including a Steam Controller with advanced finger-tracking, a high-end VR headset codenamed Deckard or Steam Frame, and a console-like device called Valve Fremont, potentially launching as soon as this week.