Microsoft Pauses Xbox Handheld Development to Enhance Windows 11 for Portables

Alright, let’s dive into this handheld gaming thing. Microsoft seems to be putting their own Xbox handheld on pause, shifting focus. Why? Well, they’re tinkering with Windows 11 for gaming handhelds instead, especially Asus’s little gizmo nicknamed ‘Kennan’—heard this from Windows Central.

So, apparently, the success of SteamOS on Windows 11 gadgets got everyone’s attention. Like when your phone autocorrects right just once, and you think, “Why can’t you always be this smart?” People have been chatting about this Lenovo Legion Go S—yeah, mouthful, I know—which can juggle both SteamOS and Windows 11. But wait, SteamOS doesn’t let you use Game Pass. Kind of a bummer, right? Still, it’s performing like a champ, so folks don’t really mind.

If you missed the Xbox handheld gossip, here’s the scoop. Microsoft was brewing up some new handheld devices—one totally Xboxy, and another with Asus. The whispers call this Asus project ‘Kennan.’ Sounds official, huh? Rumor has it, ‘Kennan’ might pop out later this year, kind of like a “Surprise! I exist” moment. Hardware’s supposedly ready to rock.

Now, Microsoft’s native Xbox handheld was aiming to be like a mini Xbox in your pocket, playing full games and all. But, yeah… it’s taking a back seat for now.

Back to Windows 11 vs. SteamOS. It’s like choosing between coffee or tea—depends on your vibe. You can run both on stuff like the Legion Go S and the Asus ROG Ally. SteamOS punches ahead in performance, while Windows 11 is like your favorite cozy sweater, full of familiar stuff.

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