Ayaneo’s latest Android handheld features an improved display and a quicker processor.

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      Ayaneo produces robust gaming handhelds, and this time, it is developing an Android-based device tailored for mobile gamers. The Ayaneo Pocket S2 offers several enhancements, and while its existence has been known for some time, the release date remained undisclosed. The good news is that the company has just revealed it, bringing the handheld closer than anticipated.

      The CEO of Ayaneo has confirmed that we can look forward to a launch in May 2025 for the Pocket S2, although an exact date has not been specified. Nevertheless, with May just around the corner, we are likely only a month away from the handheld's release, which appears to feature some compelling upgrades.

      As an Android-based handheld, the Ayaneo Pocket S2 won’t directly compete with devices like the Asus ROG Ally X or other Windows systems. It will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chip, representing an upgrade over its predecessor; this chip is also aimed at lower-end PC handhelds, indicating potential competition in that segment of the market.

      In addition to the Snapdragon internals, the Ayaneo Pocket S2 will boast a 6.3-inch 1440p screen, enhanced cooling mechanisms with a newly designed "ultra-large" heatsink and an upgraded fan. Ayaneo has also promised a significantly larger battery capacity, although specifics regarding the battery have not been provided. The handheld will feature Hall effect joysticks, with the CEO assuring a "more comfortable feel" and "more sensitive controls."

      I’m curious about the pricing of the new handheld, especially since the previous model, the Pocket S, was priced at $339. Considering the numerous upgrades included, it wouldn’t be surprising if the cost increased; a price point around $400 seems reasonable. More information is likely to surface as we approach the launch.

      Monica is a tech writer at Digital Trends, focusing on PC hardware. Since she joined the team in 2021, she has contributed…

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