Handheld Xbox Console Emerges with Original Motherboard, 9-Inch 480p Screen, Wi-Fi 6, and 100W USB-C Fast Charging

In a fascinating twist of creativity, hardware modder and woodworker known as Redherring32 has introduced to the world what could be described as the first handheld Xbox console. This innovative device has been meticulously crafted from the modified motherboard of an original Xbox, complete with a 9-inch 480p display. It also includes modern touches like Wi-Fi 6 for Xbox Live connectivity and a 100W PD USB-C port for quick charging.

This project stands out as one of the boldest moves the Xbox modding community has witnessed. It’s a pivotal moment, especially considering this is the first true handheld transformation of an Xbox. Unlike the more common modifications seen with PlayStation or Nintendo consoles, this one is groundbreaking for Xbox enthusiasts.

There’s been plenty of speculation about Microsoft potentially releasing their own handheld Xbox. However, it’s amusing to see a dedicated fan outpace the tech giant—if they have such plans. While Microsoft’s version, should it ever come to life, would probably cater to modern gaming needs, this creation taps into nostalgia with its original Xbox specs, harking back to an era when even Halo 2 had to be modded to run at 720p.

Redherring32’s dedication shines through in this project, as detailed in their Twitter thread. They’ve achieved the seemingly impossible by fitting the bulky Xbox hardware into a portable device. Not only have they trimmed the motherboard extensively, but they’ve also developed twelve custom PCBs specifically for this endeavor, even providing a comprehensive guide for other enthusiasts who might wish to follow suit.

An open-source promise adds further intrigue. A GitHub page awaits details on those custom PCBs, ready to be shared as soon as Redherring32 completes their preparations. Fans, meanwhile, are eagerly anticipating a video and gameplay demonstration, though these are still in the works.

This impressive handiwork isn’t Redherring32’s first venture into shrinking consoles. The same ingenuity has been applied to projects like “TinyTendo” and “PicoPad,” a handheld NES adaptation and what they claim is the smallest NES controller ever built. Both of these projects, like the handheld Xbox, embrace the spirit of open-source sharing, inviting others to engage with and build upon their innovative designs.