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Acer Unveiled a Gaming Handheld that Converts Into a Tiny Laptop

The 8-inch concept uses a flip-and-swivel keyboard to switch from handheld gaming to laptop-style typing and productivity, Acer said.

  • Acer unveiled the Predator Atlas 7 and Project DualPlay Mini at IFA 2026 in Berlin, with the Atlas 7 serving as a compact 7-inch gaming handheld alongside a concept device.
  • Following the Predator Atlas 8 announcement at Computex 2026 in May, the Atlas 7 offers a more compact alternative while maintaining the same flagship performance capabilities.
  • Powered by up to an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor and Intel Arc B390 graphics, the Atlas 7 features a 120Hz FHD touchscreen with 500 nits peak brightness and delivers up to a 10% increase in airflow.
  • Acer has not announced pricing for either device, though the company confirmed the Atlas 7 arrives in North America during the fourth quarter of 2026 and EMEA in November.
  • Unlike the commercial Atlas 7, the Project DualPlay Mini remains an innovation concept without retail plans, featuring a "flip-and-swivel design" intended to merge gaming with mobile productivity.
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