CES 2025: Handheld Trends Remain Robust

New accessories for the PS5 and a console for Lenovo are featured, while a Nintendo Switch 2 replica is unveiled in a private showcase at CES 2025.

New Consoles and Accessories Featured at CES 2025

Sony Announced New Accessories For PS5 Midnight Black Collection

Sony unveiled an exciting addition to the PS5 ecosystem at CES 2025 with the Midnight Black Collection. This collection, which already includes the popular DualSense wireless controller and console covers, now expands with four new accessories. Each item in the Midnight Black Collection boasts a deep, rich black hue with sleek detailing on buttons and accents, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the PlayStation experience.

The new additions to the collection include:

⚫︎ 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

These accessories will be available for purchase starting February 20, 2025. Pre-orders begin on January 16, 2025, at 10 am local time. Availability may vary by region, so be sure to check with your local retailer for more information.

Lenovo Legion Go S Powered by Valve’s SteamOS

Lenovo made waves at CES 2025 by introducing the Lenovo Legion Go S, the world's first officially licensed handheld powered by Valve's SteamOS. This innovative device, announced on January 7, 2025, promises to bring the full Steam ecosystem directly to your hands.

The Lenovo Legion Go S features an 8-inch screen with VRR1 support, a chassis with fused TrueStrike controllers, adjustable trigger switches, and hall-effect joysticks. It also supports cloud saves for seamless transitions between PC and handheld gaming, and remote play for streaming games from your PC to the device.

With SteamOS, users gain access to their Steam Library, Steam Cloud, Steam Chat, Steam Game Recording, and more. The device also simplifies managing game, driver, and hardware updates through SteamOS' built-in system.

The Lenovo Legion Go S will be available in May 2025, priced at $499.99 USD. A Windows-based version will launch earlier in January 2025, starting at $729.99 USD.

Valve also announced plans to expand SteamOS to other handheld devices, with a beta version set to enhance the gaming experience on various platforms.

Other Devices Announced at CES 2025

CES 2025 was not just about Sony and Lenovo. Nvidia unveiled the new RTX 50-series graphics card, promising enhanced performance for gamers and creators alike. Acer introduced the eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop, made partially from oyster shells and recycled plastic, showcasing a commitment to sustainability.

Handheld devices continued to be a focal point at the event, following the success of the Nintendo Switch. Rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 replica being showcased privately at CES 2025 have circulated, though Nintendo has yet to confirm any official announcements regarding the Switch 2.