Janson Ronald, VP of Next Generation at Microsoft, stated that the company aims to merge the best of Xbox and Windows, capitalizing on its two decades of experience in console development to enhance the portable gaming landscape. Ronald emphasizes that the proposed handheld device would not simply be an Xbox but a handheld PC offering an experience reminiscent of Xbox, which aims to alleviate the challenges gamers face when using Windows on smaller screens. He remarked, "it's about making Windows less of a pain in the ass to use on a small screen."
Phil Spencer, Xbox CEO, confirmed Microsoft is developing a handheld gaming device, but stressed that it is still years away. The recent discussions at CES have brought more optimism about this handheld, potentially launching much sooner than initially thought. Ronald's comments during this roundtable include a vision where this device provides a full Xbox-like experience while clarifying that it may prioritize a PC approach, symbolizing a shift in how Microsoft integrates its gaming and software expertise to meet consumer expectations.
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