It’s apparently codenamed Kennan, which is nowhere near as cool as Project Scorpio.

There could be an official Xbox-branded handheld out by the end of this year.

So, the Xbox-branded handheld will likely run on Windows, featuring the Microsoft Store and PC Game Pass.

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A report fromThe Vergesaid Kennan is the codename for the handheld in the works from Asus.

(Spencer, for his part, has teased making an Xbox handheldfor a while now, too.)

This longer-term plan lines up with the report ofthe next Xbox launching in 2027.

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There is also no specific details on the partnering company, which could also be Razer or MSI.

GameSpot has contacted Microsoft seeking comment on this report.

Earlier this year,a Call of Duty leaker claimed the next Xbox is planned for 2026.

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One aspect thatSpencer has touched on is that the next Xbox hardware must be more innovative.

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