Avast ye, me hearties! Hear ye, hear ye! Rejoice, me fellow Windows enthusiasts! The mighty Ayaneo Next Lite gaming handheld befriendeth yer beloved OS! Arrr!
2024-01-25
Arrr, mateys! The grand Ayaneo Next Lite gaming contraption be settin' sail with Windows OS, instead o' Linux. Aye, 'tis a curious choice, but fear not, me hearties! We shall surf the digital seas in search of booty and adventure, all while navigatin' the treacherous waters of this newfangled technology!
The Ayaneo Next Lite, the latest addition to the Ayaneo PC gaming handhelds, is set to be an affordable portable option with a change in operating system. Instead of the usual Linux-based OS, the handheld will come pre-installed with Windows 11 64-bit Home Edition. However, for those who prefer Linux, there is still the option of the HoloISO project version of Linux, which is based on SteamOS.Despite the change in OS, the Next Lite will still be priced at a budget-friendly $299 during crowdfunding. This is a departure from the Next and Next Pro models, which stuck with the Linux-based OS. It seems that the switch to Windows is a strategic move to compete with the Steam Deck, a popular handheld gaming PC.
While using Windows OS may make sense due to its wide usage, there is a need for PC gaming handhelds to customize the user interface. The SteamOS, used by the Steam Deck, is tailored for the system and provides a smooth and intuitive experience. Other handhelds using Windows OS, such as the Asus ROG Ally and the Lenovo Legion Go, suffer from a clunkier user interface.
Ayaneko has the opportunity to differentiate itself from the market by crafting a unique user interface for the Next Lite. This could help the handheld gain attention despite not having a well-known brand. However, Ayaneko has made some unexpected decisions in the past, such as choosing the outdated HoloISO instead of ChimeraOS for the Linux-based OS.
Overall, it remains to be seen how the Ayaneo Next Lite will perform in the market. The success of its Windows 11 OS and its ability to stand out from competitors will determine its fate.