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Xbox Handheld to Feature Custom AMD APU, Not ARM – Rumor Suggests Recent speculation surrounding Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox handheld device is being challenged by fresh insights. Despite earlier reports hinting at a possible ARM-based design, a trusted AMD leaker, KeplerL2, has revealed on NeoGAF forums that the handheld will instead feature a custom low-power APU from AMD. This move stays consistent with Microsoft’s reliance on AMD for its previous Xbox hardware. The shift away from ARM architecture means better compatibility with the current Xbox game library, ensuring a smooth transition for users and developers alike. Though ARM offers energy efficiency—a plus for handheld devices—it would have sacrificed backward compatibility, which is a key part of Xbox’s current ecosystem strategy...

The PlayStation Network (PSN) is currently down, causing frustration for many gamers. PSN allows PlayStation users to play online, but over the past few hours, it has been experiencing outages, disrupting gaming plans. What’s Happening With PSN? Reports of PSN issues started around 3 PM PST / 6 PM EST on Friday, Feb. 7, according to Down Detector. Sony later confirmed the problem, but they haven’t given a reason for the outage yet. Many users in the U.S. and other countries are still facing issues like not being able to play online, access the PlayStation Store, or manage their accounts. How Are Gamers Reacting? With PSN down, thousands of gamers have taken to social media to express their frustration. Many are posting memes about how the outage has ruined their weekend gaming plans. O...

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Xbox Handheld to Use Custom AMD Chip, Not ARM

PSN Outage Sparks Chaos Among Gamers