Insider Teases Potential Microsoft Gaming Handheld Reveal for 2025: Key Details Unveiled

Rumor has it that Microsoft is holding off on any big announcements about the long-awaited Xbox handheld this year, but whispers suggest we might see a reveal in 2025. The buzz around this device started heating up when Phil Spencer, who heads Microsoft Gaming, dropped some hints earlier this year.

This scoop surfaces thanks to the Xbox Two podcast on YouTube, where journalist Jez Corden shared that while we shouldn’t expect new hardware at this year’s Game Awards in December 2024, there could be something exciting on the horizon for next year.

Corden expresses, "I don’t think you’re going to see hardware at The Game Awards, but I do think next year is prime time to unveil something new. Especially a piece of hardware that fits right in your hand." He also suggests that this elusive device might make its debut at the June showcase next year. However, it’s important to note these are just rumors for now, as Xbox hasn’t officially confirmed anything yet.

Microsoft’s Prism Emulator Gets a Boost with AVX and AVX2 Support

An exciting update has been rolled out for Microsoft’s Prism emulator in its preview build 27744. This update broadens the scope for running more 64-bit x86 (x64) games and applications by introducing support for additional extensions such as AVX, AVX2, BMI, FMA, and F16C. Thanks to this enhancement, games like Helldivers 2 and Starfield, which require AVX2, are now available to play. For those interested in diving deeper, details can be found on the official website with the full Insider preview build 27744.

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