Sony is reportedly working on a new handheld gaming console called the Q Lite, according to recent reports by Insider Gaming. The device is said to be another addition to the PlayStation family and will be reliant on the PlayStation 5 for its functionality.
The Q Lite is expected to use Remote Play, a feature that Sony has been promoting lately, to stream games from the PS5 to the handheld device. With the ability to stream up to 1080p and 60 frames per second, it’s set to provide an impressive gaming experience. However, it should be noted that the device will require a constant internet connection to work.
Visually, the Q Lite appears to be similar in design to the PS5 controller, but with an 8-inch LCD touchscreen in the middle. The device also boasts adaptive triggers and other standard handheld gaming features.
The Q Lite is reportedly in its QA phase, and is expected to launch after the Detachable Disc Drive PS5 but before the PS5 Pro. Sony has already unveiled the PlayStation VR2 with a thinner design and improved comfort last year, and the company is said to be gearing up for its second phase of the PS5, which will include new hardware offerings.
According to industry insider Jeff Grubb, Sony’s upcoming game lineup will be a key part of this second phase, alongside new hardware products such as wireless earphones and headsets, and the highly anticipated Q Lite handheld device.
As for the PS5 Pro, it is expected to be released during the holiday season of 2024, giving gamers plenty of time to enjoy the current PS5 and any new hardware releases in the meantime.
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