Steam Deck
PulseAugur coverage of Steam Deck — every cluster mentioning Steam Deck across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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Steam Store adds average FPS data to aid game performance assessment
Valve Corporation is introducing a new feature to the Steam Store that displays average frames per second (FPS) data for games. This initiative aims to help players assess game performance on their hardware before makin…
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TSA guidelines for traveling with game consoles
Travelers should be aware of TSA regulations when bringing gaming consoles on flights. Handheld devices with lithium-ion batteries, such as the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, must be placed in carry-on luggage due to f…
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DockCase launches versatile handheld gaming dock with NVMe storage and capture card
DockCase has launched the Mount Ling 2 Pro, a versatile dock designed for handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally. This device functions as a docking station, an NVMe SSD enclosure supporting up to 4TB …
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Peak Design enters charging market with premium accessories
Peak Design, known for its camera accessories, has expanded into the charging market with a new line of premium accessories. The company's offerings include a 5,000mAh wireless charging battery, a 2-in-1 wireless chargi…
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Acer's Intel Arc Gaming Handheld Priced Ahead of Release
Acer has announced the pricing and release date for its new gaming device, the Predator Helios Neo 16, which features Intel Arc graphics. This device is positioned as a competitor to the Steam Deck. The Predator Helios …
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Original Steam Deck longevity hinges on repairability amid rising costs
The original Steam Deck, released in 2022, continues to be a viable PC gaming handheld despite the emergence of newer, more powerful devices. While its ability to run the latest AAA titles is diminishing, its longevity …
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Mysterious AMD Zen 6 APU with 24GB RAM surfaces in benchmarks
An unreleased AMD chip, potentially part of the "Gainsborough" family and identified by the part number 100-000001930-12_Y, has appeared in benchmarks. This engineering sample features a six-core processor and 24GB of L…
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Googlebooks launch faces poor timing amid rising RAM costs and limited Android support
Google has launched a new premium laptop platform, "Googlebooks," which aims to build upon the success of its Chromebooks but faces significant timing challenges. The platform requires 16GB of RAM, a component whose cos…
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Steam Frame teardown reveals difficult-to-access cooling fan
A recent teardown of Valve Corporation's Steam Frame VR headset by iFixit has highlighted a significant repairability issue with its cooling fan. While the device is generally considered repairable, the fan is deeply em…
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Ugreen Nexode 100W GaN charger on sale for $39.98
Ugreen has released a 100W 4-port GaN charger, the Ugreen Nexode, which is currently on sale for $39.98, a 27% discount from its original price. This charger utilizes gallium nitride technology to offer a compact size a…
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WD Black SN770M 2TB SSD discounted for gaming handhelds
A discount on the WD Black SN770M 2TB M.2 2230 SSD has made it a compelling option for gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally. Despite being an older model, its PCIe 4.0 speeds offer good value at $0.13 per G…
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MSI Claw A1M handheld gaming PC drops to $562.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy is offering a clearance sale on the original MSI Claw A1M handheld gaming PC, reducing its price to $562.99. This device features an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, making it a bu…
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Steam's September revenue hits record $1.7B amid PC hardware cost surge
Steam generated a record $1.7 billion in revenue in September 2026, marking its best September ever with a 13% increase from the previous year. The platform is on track to exceed $20 billion in annual revenue for the fi…
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Nintendo 3DS: Still a viable portable gaming option despite rising prices and defunct online services
Despite its discontinuation and the shutdown of its online services, the Nintendo 3DS remains a compelling portable gaming option, especially when compared to the rising prices of newer handhelds like the Nintendo Switc…
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BiWin launches tiny 2TB CL 100 Mini SSD for portable gaming
BiWin has released the CL 100 Mini, an ultra-compact 15x17mm NVMe SSD designed for portable gaming devices. This tiny drive offers capacities up to 2TB and utilizes a PCIe 4.0 interface, achieving speeds of 3700 MB/s se…
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Android Handhelds Now Capable of Functioning as Steam Decks
An Android handheld device has been successfully transformed into a functional Steam Deck, demonstrating the potential for cross-platform gaming hardware integration. While still in its early stages, this development sh…
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Gaming news roundup: New releases, delays, and potential remasters · 7 sources tracked
Several gaming-related updates have emerged, including the release of Trinity Trigger DX for Switch 2 and a delay for 007 First Light on the same platform. Nightdive Studios has expressed interest in remastering Eternal…
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Gaming handhelds benefit from regular restarts to clear memory and apply updates
Restarting gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally is beneficial due to their use of full PC operating systems. Regular restarts help clear memory leaks, ensure updates are applied effectively, and resolve sof…
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Indie game scene heats up with Wardogs, Valheim 1.0, and Worming from Home
The indie game scene is buzzing with new releases, including the tactical shooter Wardogs, which has seen significant early success with over a million copies sold on its first day. Another notable release is Valheim 1.…
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Switch 2 edges out Steam Deck in gaming power, especially when docked
The Nintendo Switch 2 generally offers superior gaming performance compared to the Steam Deck, particularly when docked, where its GPU can reach up to 3.7 TFLOPS. While the Switch 2's Nvidia Ampere graphics can support …