Handheld Tech Soars: CES 2025 Signals Market Boom

CES 2025: Handheld Gaming Takes Center Stage

CES 2025 showcased exciting new consoles and accessories, highlighting the continued strength of the handheld gaming market. A purported Nintendo Switch 2 prototype even made private appearances, generating considerable buzz.

New PS5 Accessories in Midnight Black

Sony expanded its stylish Midnight Black PS5 accessory line. Building on the previously released DualSense controller and console covers, the new collection includes:

• DualSense Edge wireless controller - $199.99 USD
• PlayStation Elite wireless headset - $149.99 USD
• PlayStation Explore wireless earbuds - $199.99 USD
• PlayStation Portal remote player - $199.99 USD

Pre-orders begin January 16th, 2025, at 10 am local time, with general availability on February 20th, 2025. Regional availability may vary; check with your local retailer.

Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS on the Go

Lenovo unveiled the Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed SteamOS handheld. Announced January 7th, 2025, this device boasts:

• 8-inch screen with VRR1 support
• Fused TrueStrike controllers with adjustable triggers and hall-effect joysticks
• Cloud saves and Remote Play functionality

Full Steam ecosystem access is included. The Legion Go S will launch in May 2025 for $499.99 USD, while a Windows version will be available earlier in January, starting at $729.99 USD. Valve also confirmed ongoing work to bring SteamOS support to other handhelds.

Beyond the Headliners

Other notable announcements included Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards and Acer's eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop. The rumored Nintendo Switch 2 remained unconfirmed despite circulating reports of private showcases at CES 2025.