The Logitech G Cloud is a handheld gaming device that runs on Android and focuses on cloud streaming services like Xbox Cloud Gaming, Nvidia GeForce Now, and Steam Link. It has a 7-inch touch screen with 1080p resolution, a Snapdragon 720G processor, and a 12-hour battery life. It also features a standard set of physical controls, including dual analog sticks, a direction pad, face buttons, bumpers, and triggers.
The Logitech G Cloud launched pre-orders in the UK and Europe on May 16, 2023, with a release date scheduled for May 23. The device costs £329.99 / €359, which is slightly cheaper than the Valve Steam Deck but more expensive than the Nintendo Switch Lite. The G Cloud comes pre-loaded with several cloud gaming apps and also supports Google Play titles. It is aimed at mobile gamers who want a better streaming performance than their phones can offer.
Cloud Gaming-Focused Handhelds
The Logitech G Cloud is Coming to the U.K Market at £329.99
Trend Themes
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Cloud Gaming Handhelds — The popularity of cloud gaming and mobile gaming is driving the demand for high-performance handheld devices that can provide a seamless gaming experience.
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Android Gaming Devices — The rise of Android-based gaming devices is disrupting the traditional handheld gaming industry, offering a wider range of features and integration with cloud gaming services.
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Cloud Gaming Subscription Services — The emerging trend of cloud gaming subscription services is disrupting the traditional gaming industry by allowing gamers to play high-performance games on low-end devices, without the need for expensive hardware.
Industry Implications
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Gaming Hardware — The Logitech G Cloud and similar cloud gaming handheld devices present opportunities for gaming hardware companies to develop new gaming devices optimized for cloud gaming, and offer better gaming experience to mobile gamers.
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Cloud Gaming Services — Cloud gaming services like Xbox Cloud Gaming, Nvidia GeForce Now, and Steam Link are disrupting the traditional gaming industry by enabling gamers to play high-performance games on low-end devices, and present opportunities for gaming companies to develop and improve cloud streaming technologies.
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Mobile Gaming — The rise of cloud gaming and high-performance handhelds is opening up new opportunities for mobile gaming companies to offer better game performance, integration with cloud gaming services, and more immersive game experiences for mobile gamers.