CES 2025: Handheld Devices Remain Popular

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 a stunning addition to the PS5 ecosystem with the new Midnight Black accessories at CES 2025. These accessories beautifully complement the previously released DualSense wireless controller and console covers from the same collection. Sony emphasizes that "each Midnight Black accessory features a unique, rich shade of black, with sleek detailing on various buttons and accents, such as the PlayStation logo."

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 four brand-new 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 country and region, so be sure to check with your local retailer.

Lenovo Legion Go S Powered by Valve’s SteamOS

Lenovo also made waves at CES 2025 with the introduction of the Lenovo Legion Go S, powered by Valve's SteamOS. In their January 7, 2025 press release, Lenovo proudly stated that this device is the "world’s first officially licensed handheld powered by SteamOS," the same operating system that drives the Steam Deck.

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

With SteamOS, users gain access to the full Steam ecosystem, including their Steam Library, Steam Cloud, Steam Chat, Steam Game Recording, and more. Furthermore, the device allows for easy management of all game, driver, and hardware updates through SteamOS’ built-in system updates.

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

In related news, Valve announced their efforts to extend SteamOS to other handheld devices. "We will be shipping a beta of SteamOS, which should improve the experience on other handhelds, allowing users to download and test it themselves."

As the pioneering model, the Lenovo Legion Go S is set to demonstrate the potential of SteamOS in enhancing the handheld gaming experience, bringing Steam’s vast gaming library to a wider audience.

Other Devices Announced at CES 2025

CES 2025 was not just about Sony and Lenovo; other major electronics companies also unveiled their latest innovations. Nvidia introduced the new RTX 50-series graphics card, while Acer revealed the eco-friendly Aspire Vero 16 laptop, made partially from oyster shells and recycled plastic.

Handheld devices continued to capture significant attention following the success of the Nintendo Switch. Rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 have circulated, with a replica reportedly showcased privately at CES 2025. However, Nintendo has yet to officially confirm the launch of the Switch 2, leaving the validity of these reports in question.