That Microsoft on oneWorking was already last year. At that time Microsoft stated that it would take a few years before the first Xbox handheld was launched. But now there is other information.
That happened:According to the usually well -informed English magazineWindows Centralthe first Xbox handheld could be launched this year.
But be careful: editor -in -chief Jez Corden does not give any sources for his statements. So the information should be enjoyed with caution.
Im Detail:
- The first Xbox handheld is to be released in cooperation with a large manufacturer of hardware.
- The handheld console should look unmistakable like an Xbox.
- In all likelihood, Windows is used as the operating system.
According to Corden, manufacturers such as Asus, Lenovo, MSI or Razer are also possible.Here, as Valve, Microsoft would specify the operating system with his partnership with Lenovo.
The handheld that under the cod nameKeenan
is to be managed at Microsoft, so it is likely to use Windows. Above all, Microsoft should highlight the Microsoft Store and the PC Game Pass service.
Windows 11 features such as the Xbox Game Bar should also be used. In addition, Microsoft is supposed to work to improve the use of controllers under Windows 11.
For users, however, there should also be opportunities to install platforms such as Steam.
Corden suspects that the first handheld for Microsoft could also be a kind of "test run" with which Microsoft tests new skills of the Windows 11 operating system.
For most GameStar readers is one. In a survey, more than 40 percent stated that they wanted to buy the gaming handheld. Another 36 percent stated that they were interested, but wanted to wait for details.
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