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To be honest, I expected RAM prices would push back the release date. But AMD would know more about than I would.

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[–] samus12345@sh.itjust.works 9 points 22 hours ago* (last edited 22 hours ago)

the ability to obtain games… lets say from “less trusted sources”

This has been a big reason that I like the Steam Deck that nobody talks about. Which is probably a good thing! It's also led me to get legit games on Steam I otherwise wouldn't have.