Sony Eyes OLED Upgrade for PlayStation Portal in 2026

Sony is reportedly developing an upgraded version of its PlayStation Portal handheld device, featuring an OLED screen, with a potential release in 2026. The announcement comes from hardware leaker KeplerL2, who shared details on the NeoGAF forums, describing the device as a successor to the original model launched in November 2023. This would mark the first significant hardware revision for the Portal, which has gained popularity as a remote streaming accessory for PlayStation 5 owners.

The original PlayStation Portal, priced at $199.99, functions primarily as a remote play device, allowing users to stream games from a PS5 console over Wi-Fi. It consists of a screen integrated between the halves of a DualSense controller. Since its debut, the device has exceeded Sony's expectations, achieving a 7 percent attachment rate among U.S. PS5 owners, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. With global PS5 sales reaching 84.1 million units as of September 2024, estimates suggest Sony has sold several million Portal units worldwide. The company has publicly described the accessory as a major success, particularly after a 2025 firmware update that added cloud streaming capabilities...