Acer teases DualPlay Mini: a handheld PC with a built-in keyboard
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Acer revealed a concept handheld called Project DualPlay Mini at IFA 2026 that combines a Windows gaming device with a flip-out, backlit keyboard. The 8-inch screen sits beside game controls, and the screen can swivel to align with a compact keyboard for typing and keyboard-friendly PC games. It’s powered by an Intel chip, uses a Predator Atlas 8–style cooling system, and includes two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt; Acer hasn’t announced retail release plans or full specs yet, and hands‑on testing is expected to gauge whether the concept could become a practical device (including use with external displays).
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