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Handheld gaming PCs are in big trouble — and it's not a surprise to see what's responsible

The memory crisis is still a major issue with PC hardware, and handheld gaming devices may be in serious danger if the AI boom continues apace.

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'Continuing to sell this product is no longer sustainable': Ayaneo has suspended pre-orders of its uber-powerful Next 2 gaming handheld after costs approached 'twice the price we originally set'

'If storage prices return to more reasonable levels in the future, we may consider resuming the sale of Next 2', says the company.

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AYANEO's upcoming Next 2 handheld gaming console shelved due to rising component prices — company stops preorders for the $1,999 Strix Halo device

Ayaneo has suspended sales of its next-gen premium gaming handheld as the procurement costs for storage have slipped out of control. When it was first announced, prices were already high, but following the CNY break, vendor quotes had shot up many times, making it unfeasible to build the device. It's…

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AYANEO can't sell its NEXT 2 Windows gaming handheld anymore because it's "no longer sustainable" — AI and the RAM and SSD shortage crisis are to blame

Sales of AYANEO's enthusiast-class NEXT 2 handheld gaming PC have been suspended due to ongoing RAM and SSD shortages caused by the AI boom.

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Ayaneo celebrates the Chinese New Year with the launch of a new customer service improvement plan, with US-based repair facilities currently being tested

It also warns that some current products may be pulled from sale due to the escalating memory crisis.

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AYANEO’s NEXT 2 handheld could cost $4,299 — and that’s only the start of the story

AYANEO Next 2 is launching with early bird pricing starting at $1,799 and climbing to $4,299 for its top configuration. It aims to push Windows handheld performance to the extreme.

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Ayaneo Next 2 Windows handheld goes official with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 — also features massive 116 Whr battery, and a starting price of $1,799

Ayaneo’s latest flagship handheld pairs AMD’s most powerful mobile APU with an oversized battery, a high-refresh OLED display, and multiple high-end configurations aimed at enthusiasts.

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This Strix Halo gaming handheld is the ultimate Steam Deck killer – if you're willing to pay a fair penny

The Ayaneo Next 2 PC gaming handheld has the specs to beat almost all rivals, just don't look at the price

The RAM crisis is so bad this new gaming handheld costs more than an RTX 5090

No handheld needs 128GB of RAM, but Ayaneo doesn't care as its Next 2 handheld costs up to $4,299.

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Ayaneo's new Strix Halo handheld PC will cost up to $4,299, but it's the cheaper AI Max 385 model that has grabbed my attention anyways

It's the first Strix Halo handheld with an internal battery (and it's got a huge one at that).

PC Gamer

Here comes an AMD Ryzen AI 400-powered handheld PC that's super cute, OLED and has an 80 Wh battery

On paper, the Flip has almost everything, except a price point.

PC Gamer

AYANEO hits pause on Pocket Play campaign as part of its 'Service Improvement Plan'

After countless delays and issues, AYANEO has officially responded to the criticism, outlining how it aims to remedy concerns with future device launches. Surprisingly, one of the first changes the company is making is pausing the Kickstarter campaign for its first smartphone, the Pocket Play.

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No, it's not your new thermostat — mini PC vendor delivers clean-looking, minimalist, affordable device unlike any other on the market with a Core i9 CPU inside

Ayaneo AM03 mini PC combines minimalist design with Intel Core i9 performance, high-speed memory, and flexible connectivity options.

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This year's gaming handheld war rages over premium hardware — but what we really need are weird and affordable devices

I'd argue that gaming handheld PCs finally hit their stride and became mainstream in 2025. Now, as we start the new year, I want to see some fun and weird handheld designs to shake things up.

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This could be the most interesting phone of 2026 – and it's not coming from Apple, Samsung or Google

In a year of big phone innovations, one Android device could stand out more than any other

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If Sony was too late in 2011, the Ayaneo Pocket Play is going to need a time machine to succeed

Ayaneo announced the Pocket Play last week, but its integrated control design harkens back to a gaming phone that already missed the boat 14 years ago.

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AYANEO Unveils 'Pocket Play'—Its First Gaming Smartphone Reminiscent of Sony's Xperia Play

Ayaneo unveils their first smartphone which is also a gaming mobile device, and it is being seen as a homage to Sony's Xperia Play.

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Bored with smartphones? These 5 upcoming flagships could change your mind in 2026

Some of the most exciting phones in years could be landing in 2026, from the iPhone Fold to the Ayaneo Pocket Play and beyond.

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AYANEO's latest gaming handheld is a spiritual successor to one of my favorite smartphones of all time

AYANEO makes some pretty wild portable gaming devices, and in 2026 it's going to be making its first phone. 15 years on, we're finally getting a spiritual successor to the Sony Xperia Play.

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AYANEO Pocket PLAY breaks cover in new teaser trailer, leaving us with more questions than answers

It's been teased a few times, but the AYANEO Pocket Play has been officially revealed, aiming to provide a modern take on the classic gaming design from the Sony Xperia Play.

PC Gamer

Handheld PC maker Ayaneo unveils its first phone, the Pocket Play, with a hidden controller behind a sliding screen

Slide to the left, slide to the right… CRISS-CROSS!

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This new Android phone is designed for everyone who misses the Xperia Play and N-Gage

The Ayaneo Pocket Play is coming to Kickstarter soon, and it promises to serve as a true handheld console, while also being a full Android phone.

Windows Central

AYANEO NEXT II handheld rivals Xbox Ally X — but airlines might not love its desktop‑class guts. Here's why we see a red flag, despite loving everything else.

The upcoming AYANEO flagship handheld is well and truly a beast, but you probably don't want to travel on an airplane with it.

Windows Central

AYANEO’s NEXT II handheld brings serious specs to portable gaming, blurring the line with full PCs (and we're excited)

AYANEO revealed its upcoming flagship Windows handheld, and it's got some insanely impressive specs.

Android Central

Android gaming handhelds are great, but there's an ugly side to the space I'm tired of ignoring. Here's a glimpse at my journey through the frustrating world of delayed Android gaming handhelds and what it reveals about one of the market's biggest players

We've seen a lot of cool gaming hardware released in the past year, with the AYANEO Pocket DS being of the more highly-anticipated options. However, in addition to an unknown shipping timeline, quality control issues are beginning to appear.

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