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The Xbox Series X|S generation has been a bit of an odd one.
What has been a little less clear is Xbox’s plans for hardware.

A mock up of what the Xbox partner handheld could look like, we believe to be codenamed “Kennan."
Here’s what I’ve learned.
on an Xbox-branded gaming handheld, surprisingly slated for later in 2025 if plans are met.
This gadget will likely serve, at least in part, as a research experience for Microsoft.

Microsoft has been working hard to up-level the Xbox Game Bar on PC.
Tentatively, these new console devices are slated for 2027.
Of course, there are plenty of logistical issues to overcome with regard to some of these plans.
Always note that plans might change between now and 2027.

Microsoft has been working hard to up-level the Xbox Game Bar on PC.
Consider this a preview of whatcouldcome to pass, as we wait for official reveals from Microsoft itself.
Its acquisition of Activision-Blizzard accelerated that vision, anchoring Microsoft as a gaming company for the foreseeable future.
Price, specs, features, developer support, and beyond are for a future report.

Reports of Xbox’s death have been greatly exaggerated.
At least for now, Xbox well and truly remains all-in with hardware.














