Acer unveils Nitro Blaze Link handheld streaming device

Acer has unveiled a new handheld gaming device, the Nitro Blaze Link, designed exclusively for streaming games from a nearby PC over a WiFi 6 connection. The lightweight device, announced at the Computex trade show, is positioned as a companion product that extends an existing gaming setup without requiring powerful internal hardware.

The Nitro Blaze Link features a 7-inch touchscreen with a 1920x1200 resolution and weighs 464 grams. It includes standard Xbox-style controls, dual 2-watt speakers, and a headphone jack. Internally, the device is equipped with only 1GB of memory and 8GB of storage, reflecting its singular focus on streaming. It runs a Debian-based Linux operating system with the Sunshine and Moonlight software pre-installed to facilitate the streaming process from a host computer.

Acer states the device was designed to work seamlessly with its own Predator and Nitro gaming laptops, though company representatives have indicated it should be compatible with other Windows or Linux PCs. The device is scheduled for release in North America and EMEA regions in the fourth quarter of 2026. Pricing has not been announced.

The announcement comes as Acer shows increased...