Alright, let’s dive right in, shall we? So, it looks like Microsoft—a big name in gaming, obviously—is playing the ol’ switcheroo on us. You know, they had this wild idea about making their own Xbox handheld console. Cool, right? But now, they’re kinda like, “Eh, let’s hold that thought.” Instead, they’re cozying up with Windows 11 stuff. And yes, they’re also giving a nod to Asus and its handheld gizmo called ‘Kennan’—thanks, Windows Central, for dropping the scoop on this.
SteamOS. That’s the name everyone’s tossing around lately. Apparently, it’s been a lifesaver for people tinkering with Windows 11-compatible handhelds. I hear Lenovo’s Legion Go S is part of this chatter too. A bit of a give-and-take situation, though—using SteamOS means you might kiss Game Pass goodbye. But if you’re cool with that, especially since SteamOS runs like a dream, maybe you’re onto something big.
So, in case you’re out of the loop, here’s the lowdown. Microsoft was juggling a couple of plans—one, crafting their own snazzy Xbox handheld, and two, linking up with Asus on this Kennan project. Rumor has it, from our friends over at Windows Central, that Kennan’s gearing up to step into the spotlight this year. Guess the hardware’s ready to rock ‘n roll.
But wait—Microsoft’s own Xbox handheld? The one that could actually crank up full Xbox games? It’s taking a nap for now. It’s like they’re saying, “We’ll get back to this later.”
Now, about Windows 11. It’s the go-to for plenty of handhelds, but SteamOS is shaking things up. Not just the Legion Go S but toss the Asus ROG Ally into the mix, too. Each has its own charm—SteamOS shines in performance, while Windows 11’s all about that ecosystem vibe.
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