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Subject: Re: Even Lenovo's Getting Into The Act
Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:14:54 -0500
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candycanearter07 wrote:
> Spalls Hurgenson <spallshurgenson@gmail.com> wrote at 17:57 this Tuesday (GMT):
>> First there was Steam Deck, then the ROG Ally... and now Lenovo is
>> launching the "Legion Go" handheld gaming PC. Complete with Nintendo
>> Switch-like joypads.
>>
>> Which is... cool, I guess. I don't personally see the appeal of an
>> underpowered PC which is only really good for games (although at least
>> the Legion Go comes with a wireless keyboard). I've always preferred a
>> nice big screen and having a PC with more grunt than I'd ever need.
>> You know, something that kicks ass at gaming but can also be used for
>> other stuff too (if I really needed portability, even a laptop looks
>> preferable). But different strokes, I suppose.
>>
>> It's unfortunate it uses Windows 11 as opposed to SteamDeck OS (or a
>> knock-off Linux variant) but I assume fans will take care of that soon
>> enough. Reports are it's a bit unwieldy to hold; it looks like a fat
>> tablet rather than something intended to be held at arms length for
>> long periods of time.
>>
>> Still, Lenovo getting into the act does indicate that the 'handheld
>> gaming PC' market is becoming more than just a one-off niche product.
>> Which, again, it's fine. I've no interest in it, but so long as
>> computer manufacturers keep making fat-assed tower PCs, I'm not going
>> to complain too loudly. But the success and popularity of that form
>> factor was never on my 2024 Bingo card. ;-P
> 
> 
> I so badly wish I could get a Steam Deck.. but if this isn't too
> expensive I might get it instead.
> 
I bought a PS4 for $180.  Got two games and found out on them REQUIRES 
PLAYSTATION PLAY ONLINE.  I don't like to get tractored into decisions, 
but I probably will have to get PLAYSTATION PLAY ONLINE.  The other game 
works okay, minus online features.