• Deceptichum@sh.itjust.works
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      They’ve delayed it so long if they ever do release it on our shores the hardware won’t be justifiable as a purchase.

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      Pretty sure Lord GabeN still holds a grudge against us from that time the ACCC sued Steam over local pricing and consumer protection laws; so we’re very unlikely to ever see local hardware releases.

      I ended up getting mine through an eBay seller a year ago - no regrets so far.

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      The OLED model has slightly better performance due to a newer version of the same APU. So it’s not just the screen that is better.

      That said, I have a very early LCD model I love. The OLED is not a big enough upgrade for me to consider buying it. But if I were buying new I would get an OLED.

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      The only OLED feature I couldn’t go back to missing is the Wake Over Bluetooth functionality that lets you use your controller to bring up the system. Not huge for some, but when you’ve got a docked setup it’s heaps more convenient.

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      I own the LCD model (bought long before OLED edition existed) and it brings me joy on the train.

      Sure it would be nice with a better screen, bigger battery, and slightly lighter device. But it’s not something you absolutely need.

      Whenever it’s worth it for you is a very personal thing that depends highly on what you prioritise and how much money you have.

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    This article is just plain misleading. The LCD switch is cheaper than the Steam Deck LCD 64Gb at the moment even with the 15% off.

    Good promo article though, had me checking.

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      The 64gb deck is $296.65 new on sale, and the switch is still $300, no? The article is weird because it says less than $390 at the top, but the 64gb is only $350 not on sale (while they last anyway).

  • Beaver@lemmy.ca
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    1 year ago

    Great to see that the steam deck is cheaper in the short term and the long term.

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    Well the sale finally convinced me to pick up a SD. I got the 512 GB LED version. Hoping it comes in before the weekend, but I ordered on Saturday night and it still hasn’t shipped.

    I picked up Portal 1/2 for pennies and Witcher 3 for a few dollars.

    I’m super excited but no one I know seems to be interested!