Rumors of Valve launching a next-gen Steam Deck have been swirling for some time now. While the company hasn't officially announced anything yet, there are indications that a first-hand gaming device running SteamOS is in development, codenamed “Fremont.
Additionally, it has been suggested that Lenovo could be the first third party to release a gaming handheld running SteamOS. According to new information provided by The Verge, this device could be less than a month away from the rumor becoming official. Specifically, the website cites the following text from an invitation to a “Lenovo Legion x AMD: The Future of Gaming Handhelds” event taking place on January 7:
Join us for a cocktail party hosted by Lenovo Legion and gaming leaders AMD, with special guests like Valve and other gaming industry giants. We'll share our thoughts on what's next in gaming PCs. gaming pocket and showcase our latest Lenovo Legion Go innovations advanced by AMD. Come learn how Lenovo Legion and AMD Ryzen are making gaming more immersive for everyone and stay to experience the future of portable gaming first-hand!
For context, the date of this event also corresponds to the start of CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Additionally, The Verge adds that one of Valve's special guests will be Pierre-Loup Griffais, a leading figure in Valve's Steam Deck and SteamOS projects.
Unequivocally, Lenovo will unveil in the presence of Valve a new Legion Go equipped with an AMD APU. According to recent leaks, the device in question will be a variant of the Legion Go S, which will serve as a cheaper alternative to the current Legion Go (currently $499 on Amazon) rather than as its successor. Unfortunately, it remains to be seen whether the true second generation of Legion Go will also be present with its rumored OLED display.
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