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SteamOS 3.8 Preview Brings Steam Machine Support and Battery-Saving Deck Modes
gaming22 days ago

SteamOS 3.8 Preview Brings Steam Machine Support and Battery-Saving Deck Modes

Valve’s SteamOS 3.8.0 preview adds Steam Machine living-room support, long-awaited features for Valve’s handhelds, and broader compatibility for other handhelds (Xbox Ally, Legion Go 2, OneXPlayer X1, etc.). Highlights include genuine Deck hibernation and memory power-down modes (LCD model first), Bluetooth headset mic support, Bluetooth Wake, and Linux desktop improvements (HDR, VRR, per-display scaling, KDE Plasma 6.4.3), plus better HDMI surround sound detection and an updated graphics stack; non-Deck devices see power-menu and UI enhancements, though most rival handhelds still require sideloading to run SteamOS.

via The Verge|
#gaming#handhelds#linux
Valve reboots Steam Machine for 2026 with premium living-room PC lineup
technology1 month ago

Valve reboots Steam Machine for 2026 with premium living-room PC lineup

Valve is reviving the Steam Machine for 2026 as a compact living-room Linux PC alongside the Steam Frame and Steam Controller; it uses a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU, RDNA3 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 512GB–2TB storage, runs SteamOS with Proton to translate Windows games for Linux, and relies on FidelityFX Super Resolution upscaling for 4K/60FPS where feasible. Pricing and a firm release date aren’t announced yet, but Valve says it will sit at a premium PC-like price and has acknowledged RAM/storage shortages affecting plans; the company is also expanding its game-verification program to cover Steam Machine titles.

via Engadget|
#proton#steam-deck#steam-frame
Valve Keeps 2026 Launch Window for New Steam Hardware Trio
technology1 month ago

Valve Keeps 2026 Launch Window for New Steam Hardware Trio

Valve maintains a 2026 launch for its second-gen Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame, saying earlier blog-post hints of delays due to memory/storage shortages were addressed and all three are still expected this year; ongoing RAM demand from AI and tariff conditions are noted as headwinds. The Steam Machine is a 6-inch portable Linux-based mini PC designed to run Steam Deck games on a TV.

via PCMag|
#memory-shortage#steam-controller#steam-frame
Valve Revives Steam Machine as a High-Performance Living-Room PC
tech1 month ago

Valve Revives Steam Machine as a High-Performance Living-Room PC

Valve is bringing back the Steam Machine as a living-room PC option, debuting a compact SteamOS 3-based box designed to run the full Steam library at 4K60 using a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU and RDNA3 GPU with FidelityFX Super Resolution. It offers 512GB or 2TB SSD storage, microSD expandability, and multiple ports, while maintaining SteamOS compatibility and Proton for Windows titles, embracing an open, customizable ecosystem rather than a locked console model. Alongside the new hardware, Valve unveiled a redesigned Steam Controller and the standalone Steam Frame VR headset, signaling a cross-device gaming platform that can span handhelds, TVs, desktops, and VR. Pricing and a firm release date aren’t announced yet, but the company has signaled an early-2026 launch window.

via Innovation & Tech Today|
#pc-gaming#steam-deck#steam-machine
Steam Machine: The Hidden Force Behind Sony’s PC Port Strategy
technology1 month ago

Steam Machine: The Hidden Force Behind Sony’s PC Port Strategy

Rumors suggest Sony may scale back PC ports in 2026, with ex-Blizzard president Mike Ybarra pointing to Valve’s Steam Machine as a contributing factor. He argues SteamOS and Steam’s large game library pressure Sony in the living room, stressing the importance of strong exclusives. Sony’s potential move to curb PC ports could be a strategic bid to protect its console ecosystem, especially as Xbox shifts and Valve maintains influence. The piece notes that PC ports aren’t a major revenue driver for Sony, implying the risk of reduced PC ports could be acceptable to defend its core PlayStation business.

via TechPowerUp|
#pc-ports#playstation#sony
Valve's Steam Controller: release it now to keep momentum before Steam Machine/Frame
technology1 month ago

Valve's Steam Controller: release it now to keep momentum before Steam Machine/Frame

With shortages delaying Valve's Steam Machine and Steam Frame into 2026, this article argues Valve should release the Steam Controller early. The controller is already ready and compatible with thousands of games, offering a tangible taste of Valve's hardware and potentially maintaining interest while other devices face supply delays; however, bundling and tariff considerations could complicate a standalone controller launch.

via PC Guide|
#shortages#steam-controller#steam-frame
RAM Shortages Push Xbox Ally X Price Up, Hinting at Steam Machine Hike
technology1 month ago

RAM Shortages Push Xbox Ally X Price Up, Hinting at Steam Machine Hike

Microsoft has raised the price of the ROG Xbox Ally X in Japan from 139,800 to 169,800 yen due to RAM shortages driven by AI demand, while the lower‑end model stays the same. With RAM costs rising, more price hikes are likely across the industry, potentially impacting Valve’s Steam Machine which has already faced delayed pricing and launch details as it competes in the handheld PC space.

via GAMINGbible|
#ram-shortages#rog-xbox-ally-x#steam-machine
RAM-cost surge could push Steam Machine pricing into risky territory
technology2 months ago

RAM-cost surge could push Steam Machine pricing into risky territory

Rising RAM and storage costs are forcing Valve to revisit Steam Machine pricing, with estimates ranging from about $599–$629 for the base 512GB model to roughly $849–$899 for a 2TB version; some analysts warn that $700 could be a death sentence while others forecast prices near $1,000 or more for high-end configurations. Valve’s lack of large-scale supplier leverage compounds the challenge, though a smaller package and direct-to-consumer sales could trim costs. The ultimate price will shape the device's appeal in a niche market against PlayStation and Xbox, and could limit overall sales if set too high.

via Ars Technica|
#hardware-costs#pricing#ram-storage-prices
Steam Machines Stall on Memory Shortage as Valve Reassesses Pricing
technology2 months ago

Steam Machines Stall on Memory Shortage as Valve Reassesses Pricing

Valve says the Steam Machine and Steam Frame launch timing and pricing are being revisited due to widespread memory and storage shortages, with potential price increases beyond the initial $700–$800 target. While release dates haven’t been ruled out, supply constraints are prompting a delay in concrete pricing. Valve maintains the hardware will support 4K 60 FPS with FSR, and plans to keep SSD/memory upgradeable, plus provide CAD docs for accessories. The memory crunch is also affecting other hardware launches in the industry.

via TechPowerUp|
#memory-shortage#pricing#ram
Valve delays Steam hardware rollout due to RAM shortage and price rethink
technology2 months ago

Valve delays Steam hardware rollout due to RAM shortage and price rethink

Valve says memory and storage shortages are forcing a review of the launch timetable and pricing for the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and updated Steam Controller. While release dates aren’t officially changed, a concrete price point may be higher than the initial $700–$800 estimates due to RAM/SSD costs amid AI-driven demand. The hardware is still pitched to support 4K60 FPS with FSR, and CAD faceplate specs plus upgradeable SSD/memory are planned to enable third-party accessories.

via TechPowerUp|
#memory-shortage#pricing#steam-frame