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Hardware and Technologies May 1, 2026, 08:10 PM
Microsoft has launched a testing program for Auto SR on the ROG Ally X handheld console. The tech, previously tied to Snapdragon laptops, is now working on an AMD processor — and in the most sought-after scenario: when docked to a TV. -
Hardware and Technologies May 1, 2026, 08:03 PM
A new Intel processor for handheld gaming devices has popped up in a benchmark database, and the numbers look surprisingly solid. Based on early tests, the chip isn’t just catching up — it’s outpacing AMD’s solution, hinting at a potential shakeup in the pocket PC segment.
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The Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum Are Coming Back as Clamshell Handhelds — And No, This Isn't a Fan-Made Concept
Hardware and Technologies April 30, 2026, 06:30 PM
Blaze Entertainment and Retro Games Ltd have unveiled two portable clamshell-style consoles, designed to look like the classic Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum home computers. Dubbed The C64 Handheld and The Spectrum Handheld, the devices will hit store shelves in October 2026. -
Hardware and Technologies April 14, 2026, 05:19 PM
Before the official reveal, photos and short videos of the RG Rotate had already popped up online, with many dismissing it as a prototype or a fake. Now Anbernic has confirmed it’s the real deal and dropped a teaser trailer showing off a slider-style console with a square screen, a metal body, and adjustable shoulder buttons.
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Why Would You Need a Foldable Smartphone When This Exists? The Raspberry Pi 5 Can Now Be Carried Around Without a Case or External Battery
Hardware and Technologies April 13, 2026, 06:05 PM
While the smartphone market is racing toward foldable screens just a couple of millimeters thick, some engineers have decided to go the opposite direction — packing a full-fledged Raspberry Pi 5 single-board computer into a case that looks more like a brick from the early 2000s than a modern gadget. -
Hardware and Technologies April 6, 2026, 06:59 PM
Regular handheld consoles just don’t surprise anyone anymore. But a device with a detachable screen that you can snap onto your smartphone? That’s a different story. The brand GAMEMT has shown off the E5 ModX with a modular design, and it’s easily the most unusual retro-gaming release so far this year.
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Hardware and Technologies April 6, 2026, 05:34 PM
A six-year-old handheld with no warranty, no box, and a battery of unknown condition costs as much as a brand-new current-gen console. The retro gaming market in 2026 has reached a point where a used Nintendo 3DS at some stores is pricier than a fresh Switch 2.
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Hardware and Technologies April 3, 2026, 11:51 AM
A well-known insider has shared advice that could save gamers a few hundred bucks. He claims Sony is positioning the PS6 as an affordable console, and paying a premium for the PS5 Pro right now is a bad idea.
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Hardware and Technologies April 2, 2026, 07:04 PM
Nintendo has kept the Switch 2’s price steady for nearly a year, but holding the line any longer might not be possible. A former head of the company’s sales division puts it bluntly: a price increase is inevitable.
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Hardware and Technologies April 2, 2026, 01:14 PM
Chinese bloggers have once again shown off a weird Anbernic handheld that looks more like a kid’s toy or an oddball phone than a retro console. It has a square body, a flip-out screen in the style of the Motorola Flipout, and absolutely no analog sticks.
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Hardware and Technologies April 2, 2026, 10:15 AM
Insiders have spilled new details on Sony’s handheld, which will reportedly outperform the Xbox Series S in raw rasterization. Meanwhile, Valve doesn’t seem to be in a hurry with a second-gen Steam Deck — the device could get delayed due to memory market troubles.
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AYANEO throws in the towel on memory pricing: company discontinues an entire lineup of devices and hikes prices
Hardware and Technologies March 30, 2026, 12:28 PM
AYANEO has confirmed changes to its lineup of handheld consoles. Several models will be discontinued once current stock runs out. The company also warned of price increases on the remaining devices. -
Hardware and Technologies March 25, 2026, 11:10 AM
Leaker Digital Chat Station claims OnePlus is working on an Android-based portable console. According to sources, the main twist is ditching traditional physical buttons in favor of a touchscreen, with a focus on mobile shooters.
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The memory price did its job: flagship AYANEO NEXT 2 console is gone from sale before it even launched
Hardware and Technologies March 24, 2026, 07:23 PM
AYANEO closed pre-orders for its most powerful model, the NEXT 2, just a month after sales began. Formally, the device hasn’t even hit the market yet, but its production cost has already doubled due to skyrocketing prices for RAM and storage. -
Hardware and Technologies March 24, 2026, 10:34 AM
The record-breaking launch of the Switch 2 is a thing of the past — nine months after the console’s release, Nintendo is seriously cutting production for the first time. The reason: American gamers aren’t buying the new system as actively as expected.
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A Portable Gimmick or a Real Tool? Sony Levels Up Streaming on Portal While Everyone Waits for PSP 2
Hardware and Technologies March 18, 2026, 09:58 AM
This March, the PlayStation Portal is getting its second major update in the last six months. This time, Sony is focusing on image quality: the firmware update will introduce a 1080p High Quality option with an increased bitrate. Alongside this, the device's interface and initial setup process have also been refined. -
Hardware and Technologies March 17, 2026, 03:12 PM
PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii U are now retro consoles. GameStop, a major retail chain, has put an end to the disputes that have been going on for the past few years. The retailer has officially put these platforms on a par with the Sega Saturn and the Nintendo DS.
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Hardware and Technologies March 13, 2026, 11:46 AM
Back in mid-October last year, GameMT announced its portable console, the EX8. Now, the device has finally made its way to global markets. It's a direct response not only to Powkiddy's budget lineup but also to the more expensive Ayaneo Pocket Micro.
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Why Would a PS2 Emulation Console Need Neural Networks? Anbernic Shows Off the RG Vita Pro With Quirky Features
Hardware and Technologies March 10, 2026, 11:21 AM
Anbernic is teasing portable gaming fans again. Following the initial teaser, the company has unexpectedly pulled back the curtain on the "guts" of its new console, the RG Vita Pro. Now it’s becoming clear why the device needs two operating systems and what neural networks have to do with it. -
Hardware and Technologies February 27, 2026, 10:51 AM
Lenovo is experimenting with form factors once again — this time, the company has decided to merge a portable console, a tablet, and a laptop into a single device with a foldable screen. The Legion Go Fold concept promises to transform from a compact handheld into an 11.6-inch gaming system with controllers, and even into a sort of desktop setup with a keyboard.
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