Apple is quite secretive when it comes to new products, however rumours tend to spill over from some of the most reliable sources. Now, the latest word on the street is that Apple could be working on its own handheld gaming console, similar to the Nintendo Switch. Apple has been experimenting in the world of gaming with its Apple Arcade service and a new Apple TV that can play console-level games. However, it seems logical that Apple would be working on its own Nintendo Switch-like console. 

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The new rumour comes from a Korean forum post that was later shared on Twitter by user “FronTron.”

Apple, preparing a portable hybrid console, like the Switch

A new AP is being prepared with a new model name, not the Apple A series or M series. It features enhanced GPU performance and ray tracing support. Future games are in negotiation with Ubisoft.https://t.co/K88iSMC4bd

Since this is just a rumour at the moment, we do advise taking this piece of information with a pinch of salt. The new hardware could include Apple-designed SoCs such as the A14 Bionic or even the M1 Chip. The handheld device could be technically more powerful than the Nintendo Switch if this rumour indeed comes to fruition. 

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The rumour also suggests Apple might be in negotiations with Ubisoft to create games for its new handheld console. Ubisoft is responsible for some of the most popular franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Rayman. 

The Nintendo Switch design has proven to be a great formula for handheld gaming devices which also resulted in companies developing accessories like the Razer Kishi and the Backbone controller. It doesn’t really make sense for Apple to make a handheld console since the iPhone and iPad can already handle console-level games. Having said that, a dedicated Apple Arcade machine could actually be in the works as the company has been interested in gaming for a while now.

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