On Thursday, Valve started rolling out SteamOS 3.2 for Steam Deck, addressing one of many extra distinguished points individuals have had with the hand held since its launch. According to the corporate, the replace introduces an “all-new OS-controlled fan curve” Valve claims permits Steam Deck’s inside fan to rapidly and well reply to warmth. In flip, the corporate says that enables the element to extra quietly go about its job, notably “in low usage situations.”
“This has been tested extensively, and we’re continuing to work on improvements – so please let us know what you think,” Valve mentioned. Excessive fan noise is one thing many reviewers, together with Engadget’s Jessica Conditt, talked about of their Steam Deck opinions. In truth, when iFixit started promoting alternative components for the hand held early final week, it rapidly offered out of Huaying fan items. Valve sourced followers for Steam Deck from two corporations, with those from Huaying producing much less noise, in line with some house owners.
SteamOS 3.2 additionally introduces an possibility to regulate the hand held’s show refresh fee whereas in-game. Valve recommends Steam Deck house owners attempt setting their machine to 40Hz for the candy spot between responsiveness and battery life. It’s now additionally potential to push the amount of Steam Deck’s audio system even greater and the corporate has made formatting microSD playing cards quicker. Check out the total changelog for SteamOS 3.2 on Valve’s web site.