Why I bought a Nintendo Switch OLED instead of a Steam Deck

                                                                                                                                              Plus, Roku is creating their own TV lineup [PocketLint Logo](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/4U2kdZKjfb4Q7JfV9MubncEmIsQ=355) January 4, 2024 Customize your content preferences and share our newsletter with friends [here](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fpage%2Fnewsletter%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/0Y7EObdm-uvN5_wMKJfDWmPcc1w=355)! [Why I passed on Steam Deck and bought the Nintendo Switch OLED instead](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhy-i-bought-nintendo-switch-oled-and-not-steam-deck%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/SX9X8Sfv8kASui7QXPc_0vRYr-8=355) And how I learned to stop worrying about the next-generation Switch. [A Nintendo Switch OLED with Sea of Stars on the screen. The Joy-Con controllers are detached from the console.](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhy-i-bought-nintendo-switch-oled-and-not-steam-deck%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/bQDNV0TDkAyE1aIzfqG2bcT13HI=355) It only took about half a decade, but I finally bought a Nintendo Switch. With Nintendo almost certainly readying to release a new console sometime in the next 12 months, you might argue I'm two years too late to the party, but so far the only thing I regret is not getting one sooner. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhy-i-bought-nintendo-switch-oled-and-not-steam-deck%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/MyfFCe-2-T-HAuTYtBc0-NA6X9k=355) [Roku's new Pro Series TVs are coming this spring with QLED](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Froku-pro-series-tvs%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/iZsDSqgyfuViXI3gaKWw3cli7FA=355) Roku is making its own TVs now, and is about to make more of them. These Pro Series QLED panels are targeting those with $1,000+ to spend. [Roku Pro Series TV](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Froku-pro-series-tvs%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/AFy9Q2KZRHpOQlpgH60RtyHpry0=355) A year ago almost to the day, Roku decided it would go beyond relying on partner TV manufacturers to spread its channels and software features around. It brought about [original Roku Select and Plus series](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Ftv%2Fnews%2Froku%2F163959-roku-launches-own-brand-tvs-roku-select-and-plus-series-tvs%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/KcXykgEw0l4vMVxypjPAEKOnPTY=355) panels, boasting of their integrated experiences at aggressive prices. The market seemed to respond well to the company's offerings - so much so that Roku is taking another step in its hardware ambitions, this time with its eyes pointed upmarket. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Froku-pro-series-tvs%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/uQdJmY1gVtHMbFATyivixqq_i9o=355) [What is Peloton, how does the system work, and how much is Bike?](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhat-is-peloton-how-does-it-work-cost-features-alternatives%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/Y9f_SorQ9J8FxB1c6EVvRB762e4=355) Here's everything you need to know about Peloton, including how its Bike, Tread, and Row work, how much the membership and products costs, and more. [What is Peloton and whats the best alternative image 1](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhat-is-peloton-how-does-it-work-cost-features-alternatives%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/2Vtl_2kL4vvRIJKGaSZFA_1FXD4=355) Image credit: Peloton With New Year's (and all the resolutions associated with it) under our belts, it's now time to start putting them into practice. One of the most common New Year's resolutions is getting more fit or just starting to exercise regularly. One of the easiest ways to start getting in shape is [getting yourself an exercise machine](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-wellness-tech%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/YXaYwR2YtLi7oXbNkC4HMHvVBJ4=355). When you have a gym - or a part of it at least - at home, you don't really have an excuse not to work out. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhat-is-peloton-how-does-it-work-cost-features-alternatives%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/dORAXUl1L4vhUgVrb7zwP9YAHWY=355) Deal of the day [This 9th-gen iPad deal makes it the best iPad to buy today](%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2F2021-Apple-10-2-inch-iPad-Wi-Fi%2Fdp%2FB09G9CJM1Z%2F%3Ftag=newsletter039-20/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/UMz4b1ku9sGMDhiNOySoFYBvFPU=355) In case you missed it [Best iPad wallpapers: 50 background ideas for your Apple tablet](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fipad-wallpapers%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/HmDV3dmTLvNNTVrpfl2oleRbiJc=355) [Best post-holiday TV deals: Shop budget, OLED, and 4K TVs](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-tv-deals%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/1k6c4QlYNIQW_372yVb6orZFxcc=355) [Urbanista's latest solar-powered headphones and earbuds are $20 cheaper](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Furbanista-los-angeles-phoenix-second-gen%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/967mso_tcix6zxYQvGb7dFUxytk=355) [LG's 2024 OLED TVs include an 83-incher and go all-in on AI](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Flg-2024-oled-tv-range%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/1Ta3qUwtHNzE3x6tAWHcAqQXgvo=355) [Best Samsung Galaxy Watch deals: Kick off your new year's fitness goals at a discount](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-samsung-galaxy-watch-deals%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/4AAFP2XhJbcg2wokg2vaWY3_psU=355) And finally... [Best foldable chargers for Apple users: Traveler approved](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-foldable-chargers-for-apple-users%2F%3Futm_source=PL-NL%26utm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/w-8ttK4FUpfE8EpcoRqDXhcrXmQ=355) Don't be left with a dead iPhone or dead AirPods this new year. These foldable chargers easily slip into your bag and are ready to power your devices. [Belkin charging stand](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-foldable-chargers-for-apple-users%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/M3NQy9tnc4yNLfQ5e2psHcySFh0=355) This New Year, make a resolution to never be caught with a dead [iPhone,](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-iphone%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/6MCLGBICo9OS32uLoocQMs8e2Xw=355) [AirPods](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fapple-airpods-tips-and-tricks%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/ayeh4PEvRWVoWK_yNnHqeZfoBMM=355), or [Apple Watch](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fapple-watch-complications-apps%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t%23fitness-rings/1/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/r_QOccJUv3LxBuJn38il_8CiV1s=355)while on the go. A portable charger is great for just charging one device, but a portable foldable charging station allows you to charge up to three devices at one time. Additionally, foldable charging stations help your MagSafe compatible devices stay charged anywhere you go. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-foldable-chargers-for-apple-users%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202401041459%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018cd6157a69-d40e9848-ec58-4609-8931-789264a03070-000000/0SAp8GU-SyBRKRv-NvtyKyOJYg4=355) Thanks for reading - if you're enjoying the email, why not get a friend to sign up too, so they can also be in the know? 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