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White Xbox handheld sitting on light green surface next to ruler.

The Xbox handheld just leaked, and it looks more like the PlayStation Portal than I was expecting

By Phil Hayton published

News Microsoft's upcoming Xbox handheld has leaked thanks to an FCC filing, and it'll allegedly come in two flavors that look almost like PS Portal rivals.

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Uperfect Umax 24 portable monitor on desk connected to Nintendo Switch with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gameplay on screen and Peach at start line.

Uperfect Umax 24 review: “pushes the definition of a portable monitor in the best way possible”

By Phil Hayton published

Review The Uperfect Umax 24 is ridiculously large for a portable monitor at 24.5 inches, but it puts its size to good use alongside lightweight 1440p 165Hz specs.

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Phil Hayton holding Steam Deck OLED with Xbox logo on screen and plants in backdrop.

Now that the Series S costs even more, I can't help but feel Microsoft wants us to look at handhelds and say, "this is an Xbox"

By Phil Hayton published

Feature The Xbox Series S just got more expensive, so now could be the right time to look at handheld alternatives specifically for Game Pass.

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Syntech dock next to Steam Deck on grey carpet.

Planning on using the Steam Deck as a Switch 2 console alternative? I'd start with this discounted dock

By Phil Hayton published

Deal You can now grab a Syntech Steam Deck dock thanks to Amazon's Gaming Week, and it could fulfil your hybrid console cravings if you're not getting a Switch 2.

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Nintendo Switch Lite in Blue sitting on wicker table with Zelda: Link's Awakening on screen.

I’m hyped for the Switch 2, but I fully believe the Switch Lite has a bright future ahead of it

By Phil Hayton published

Feature The Nintendo Switch 2 might boast enhanced specs and a larger screen, but the Switch Lite could still be the right handheld for many players.

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Hand holding Jsaux RGB docking station with Switch 2 console in backdrop and Mario Kart World footage on TV featuring Luigi.

Jsaux is working on "feature-rich" Switch 2 dock options that include a fan, and hoping they'll boost docked performance

By Phil Hayton published

News A new "feature-rich" Switch 2 dock range is on the way by Jsaux, and the accessory maker has confirmed options with a fan built in will be available.

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I'm willing to give Switch 2 mouse controls a chance, but only if they avoid the sins of the Lenovo Legion Go

By Phil Hayton published

Feature Switch 2 JoyCons boast a mouse mode feature that's similar to the Lenovo Legion Go, but Ninty's new handheld will hopefully pull it off properly this time.

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Nintendo Switch 2 in dock next to JoyCon controller grip and red backdrop

This one Nintendo Switch 2 dock feature could make the Steam Deck look silly

By Phil Hayton published

Feature The new Switch 2 dock features a fan that will keep the handheld cool when running games at 4K, and that's something a docked Steam Deck can't pull off.

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Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World on screen

The Switch 2 boasts a 1080p 120Hz display that has me more hyped for the handheld than ever

By Phil Hayton published

Feature Nintendo has officially revealed Switch 2 screen specs, and I'm hyped to finally play new and old games at 1080p 120Hz on the go.

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Asus ROG Raikiri Pro controller next to upside-down ROG Ally handheld gaming PC.

Asus just dropped what smells like an Xbox handheld teaser, but I'm already underwhelmed

By Phil Hayton published

News Yes, it's April Fools Day, but Asus has shared what looks to be a Xbox handheld teaser that feels like an improved ROG Ally X with pro controller elements.

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