Here's something that could be exciting but also could be a whole lot of nothing. So keep expectations firmly in check, but work submitted for Linux kernel 6.6 show something interesting from Valve. Potentially a Steam Deck refresh or their new VR headset perhaps?
The difference here is that the steamdeck is a pretty good success. This (and its successors) will guarantee their future. They’re be fools to drop it.
Hopefully I’m not being overly optimistic in agreeing. I love my Deck but am not impressed at all in the rest of the handheld market. Being stuck on Windows and not having necessary tools like the trackpads means that I’m not hopeful for the market if the Steam Deck doesn’t continue.
I think they’re building towards an Index/Steam Deck marriage. Idk if it’ll be the next gen or following another release cycle for both products but I think that is ultimately where they are driving towards.
Don’t see how you can marry those when can’t put them together into one device.