Exploring the World of Portable Gaming Consoles

Today on the flagship podcast of nose bridge microphones: 

03:10 - The Verge’s David Pierce enlists help from Alex Cranz and Sean Hollister to figure out the best gadget setup for his handheld gaming needs. 

• The Steam Deck wasn’t born ready, but it’s ready now
• Nintendo Switch OLED review: screentime
• Sony PlayStation Portal review: flawed but fun
• Asus ROG Ally updated review: it’s a bit better now
• This amazing knockoff GBA SP comes stuffed with software piracy

42:10 - Victoria Song joins the show to test out the microphones on a bunch of smart glasses and headsets. 

• Razer’s new Anzu smart glasses break from the pack with truly wireless audio
• The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses actually make the future look cool
• Amazon’s latest Echo Frames are more style than substance
• Meta Quest 3 review: almost the one we've been waiting for
• Apple Vision Pro review: magic, until it’s not

01:10:26 - Later, David answers a question from the Vergecast Hotline.

• North Focals glasses review: a $600 smartwatch for your face

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