- A modder has turned the PS4 Slim into a handheld console with redesigned hardware.
- The handheld features a 7-inch OLED display with about 3 hours of battery life.
- A miniature motherboard was designed with dedicated cooling and efficiency.
Handheld consoles have surged in popularity with the introduction of devices like the Steam Deck and more. Xbox recently launched its branded version in collaboration with Asus, and Sony is also rumored to release the PS6 handheld with the next generation.
However, before that, a modder has managed to turn the PS4 Slim into a stable handheld console featuring a 7-inch OLED display and a 3-hour battery life. It is really impressive how they’ve managed to turn it into this small form factor.
Why it matters: With the PS6 handheld on the way, this gives us an insight into what PlayStation’s handhelds would feel like. However, Sony’s version will, of course, be more meticulously designed.
Some really advanced engineering went into making the handheld. The modder carefully studied the PS4’s motherboard and created a miniature version, while keeping full functionality and a redesigned cooling system.
It has been designed for both efficiency and thermal management with a dedicated fan and heat sinks, along with real-time temperature monitoring. The 7-inch OLED is also another impressive feat with the modded console.
Now, it’s certainly heavy and thick at about 57mm, but the feat of engineering that went into it is commendable. It also features redesigned ports and can be used docked using HDMI like a traditional console.
While this might not be anything close to what the PS6 handheld would look like, this gives us the idea that if a modder can do that at home, Sony’s handheld would be an even more interesting prospect when it comes out.
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