With the new Antec Core HS preparing to enter the market place, how will Steam Deck competitors like Valve respond? Do they need to?

TL;DR: Antec is going to be selling a Steam Deck competitive device, based on the Ayaneo Slide. The device has a slide up screen that reveals a keyboard, which is good because using desktop windows is much easier with a keyboard. However the device’s lowest estimated power draw at low/no load is 15w, meaning it will use comparable power to the deck running at max power. This means the battery life will probably be pretty rough when compared to the Deck. It will also likely have a much higher price point.

  • SilentStorms@lemmy.dbzer0.com
    8·
    6 months ago

    It’s crazy that Microsoft hasn’t made an interface for Windows for handhelds like this. They’re leaving money on the table.

    • warmaster@lemmy.world
      131·
      6 months ago

      They will release an Xbox mode, not only a UI. A true Steam OS alternative. But that takes time. I bet they are aiming for a 2025 release.

    • somegadgetguy@lemdro.idEnglish
      5·
      6 months ago

      I mean, Ive been begging for a new media and gaming mode since the failed Windows XP Media Center Edition.

      • Fubarberry@sopuli.xyzOPMEnglish
        2·
        6 months ago

        The steam deck should be the only loss leader in handheld PCs, all the competitors need to make a profit on the hardware.

        Microsoft could actually sell an Xbox branded handheld at a loss as well, but they would need to force Microsoft store sales/game pass to recoup the cost.