Logitech G handheld gaming console images leaked, may be powered by Android

Logitech G handheld gaming console images were leaked online and indicated that it might be powered by Android. The newly-deleted images were shared by tipster Evan Blass and show a white-colored device with a Nintendo Switch-like form factor as well as X/Y/A/B buttons. Logitech G, Logitech’s brand that primarily provides gaming hardware, announced earlier this month that it has partnered with Tencent Games “to bring a cloud gaming handheld to market later this year.”

9to5google was able to obtain Image before removing it Twitter handle of Evan Blass, the publication reports that the “Logitech G Gaming Handheld” sports a form factor similar to the Nintendo Switch. It may at least come in a white color option. The image shows black thumbsticks, a large bezel, a D-pad and X/Y/A/B buttons among other keys. There are four trigger buttons and can be a memory card slot.

It is also expected to support Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity options. A handheld device may be powered by Android. The “Logitech G Gaming Handheld” screen shows Google Play Store, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Nvidia GeForce Now, Steam, Chrome and YouTube in the navigation sections.

Earlier this month, Logitech G and Tencent Games declared They will be coming out with a cloud gaming handheld console later this year “that will combine Logitech G’s expertise in hardware with Tencent Games’ expertise in software services.” According to the announcement, the device will support multiple cloud gaming services and both companies are working with Xbox Cloud Gaming as well as the Nvidia GeForce Now team.

“Logitech G and Tencent Games share a mutual vision for the future of gaming and are committed to ensuring the quality of experience to deliver on the exciting promise of gaming from the cloud,” the companies said.