Handhelds & Portable Setups

3 picks in this category.

A smartphone charging via an orange cable connected to a power bank on a wooden surface.

Best Power Bank for Switch 2 and Steam Deck on Holiday Trips

Flying or driving to the in-laws with a handheld this holiday? Here's the one power bank that's actually safe and fast enough for Switch 2 and Steam Deck, and the TSA rule you need to know.

Close-up of hands holding a Nintendo Switch and Joy-Con controllers on a white surface.

Switch 2 Day One: The Accessories Worth Buying Before a Kid Gets Near It

Just bought or gifting a Nintendo Switch 2? Here is the short list of accessories actually worth getting on day one, starting with protection.

A hand holding a handheld gaming console displaying the Pokémon Legends game screen outdoors.

Steam Deck vs Switch 2 vs ROG Xbox Ally: Which One Survives a 15-Minute Window?

A dad's real test for handhelds isn't frame rates, it's whether the thing wakes up before the baby monitor goes off. Here's how Steam Deck, Switch 2, and ROG Xbox Ally handle sleep and resume.