New Delhi, May 13 -- Portable gaming devices are no longer limited to traditional consoles, with several brands now offering Android and Windows-based handhelds for retro gaming, cloud streaming and PC titles. The segment has expanded beyond companies such as Nintendo and Valve, with manufacturers combining smartphone-grade processors and PC-style gaming features into compact systems. IDC and Omdia estimates suggest shipments of handheld gaming PCs have crossed several million units since the launch of devices such as the Steam Deck. Many premium models now also feature OLED displays, active cooling systems and cloud gaming support.

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