Lenovo confirms Legion Go issues after gamers report bricked devices

Lenovo has confirmed reports of malfunctions affecting its Legion Go handheld gaming consoles, linked to a recently released BIOS update. Multiple users have reported their devices becoming unusable after the update, with some incurring significant repair costs.

The company has now broken its silence, offering a potential solution. According to Lenovo, holding down the power button for an extended period may resolve the issue. If this fails, customers are advised to contact Lenovo's customer support for further assistance.

The situation has sparked discussion regarding how companies should handle hardware damage resulting from software updates. Framework, a modular computer startup, has previously stated its commitment to offering free repairs in similar circumstances.

Lenovo has not yet detailed whether it will provide compensation or free repairs for all affected Legion Go users. Further information on the company's remediation efforts is anticipated.