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  1. Xbox Full-Screen on OG ROG Ally: Windows Gets a Console-Style UX

    The first time you boot the Xbox full‑screen experience on an OG ROG Ally, it feels like someone quietly unhooked Windows from the device and slid a console‑style launcher in its place — but the reality is more pragmatic and far more interesting: Microsoft has layered a controller‑first Xbox...
  2. Xbox Mode on Windows Handhelds: Console‑First UX Arrives with ROG Ally

    Microsoft’s handheld push has taken a new turn: the Xbox-style, full‑screen “Xbox Mode” that will ship as the default experience on the ROG Xbox Ally family is already appearing on other Windows 11 handhelds — in community builds and hacks — ahead of the Ally’s retail launch, forcing a rapid...
  3. Windows 11 Handheld Mode: Xbox-style UX for PC Handhelds

    Microsoft’s handheld gambit has quietly moved from concept to something you can try on your own device: a controller‑first, full‑screen “Xbox” experience built into Windows 11 is rolling out as part of the platform’s handheld work, and enthusiasts are already using the new handheld view and...
  4. ASUS Zero Gravity Cooling on ROG Ally: Orientation-Agnostic Performance

    ASUS’ quietly posted promo that details the Xbox Ally family’s so‑called “Zero Gravity” cooling system has pulled back the curtain on one of the most consequential engineering problems for modern handheld gaming PCs: how to keep a dense, hot APU comfortable and quiet in every orientation while...
  5. ROG Xbox Ally: ASUS-Microsoft Windows Handhelds Redefining Portable PC Gaming

    Asus and Microsoft have taken the wraps off the ROG Xbox Ally family — two Windows 11 handhelds that marry ASUS’ ROG hardware design with an Xbox‑layered, controller‑first Windows experience — and they arrive on store shelves on October 16, 2025, positioning themselves as direct rivals to...
  6. Windows Handheld Gaming: Xbox Full-Screen UX Expands to More Devices in 2026

    Microsoft has quietly confirmed that the new Windows 11 handheld-focused gaming enhancements — the Xbox full‑screen experience and associated handheld optimizations — will not be limited to the new ROG Xbox Ally family, and reporting now points to existing Windows handhelds, including the MSI...
  7. ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X: The New Era of Windows Handheld Gaming

    The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X arrive as a decisive pivot for handheld PC gaming: ASUS hardware meets Xbox branding and a newly consolized Windows 11 experience, with both devices slated to reach stores on October 16, 2025. (press.asus.com) Background / Overview The ROG Xbox Ally family...
  8. Windows 11 Handheld Mode: Console-Style Xbox Home on ASUS ROG Ally

    Microsoft’s new handheld-first layer for Windows 11 — the full‑screen, Xbox‑centric “home app” experience shown on the ROG Xbox Ally family at Gamescom — is the clearest signal yet that Redmond intends to stop treating handheld gaming as an afterthought and start treating it as a first-class...
  9. Asus Partners with Swiggy Instamart to Offer Instant Laptop Delivery in India

    In a groundbreaking move poised to reshape the way urban Indians access personal electronics, Asus has announced a strategic partnership with Swiggy Instamart to deliver laptops directly to customers’ doorsteps in select cities within minutes. This tie-up heralds a fresh era for quick commerce...
  10. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1607QA) Review: The Future of Efficient, AI-Powered Windows Laptops

    The launch of the ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1607QA) marks a significant step in the evolution of mainstream Windows laptops, driven by notable shifts in processor architecture and a growing embrace of copilot-ready, AI-powered mobile computing. Positioned as an accessible, large-screen notebook, the...
  11. Asus Ends Windows 10 Support by October 2025: Transition to Windows 11 with ExpertBook P5

    Asus Business has officially announced that it will cease support for Windows 10 on all its devices by October 14, 2025, urging users to transition to Windows 11. This decision aligns with Microsoft's broader strategy to phase out Windows 10, as the company encourages adoption of Windows 11...
  12. ASUS ExpertCenter Pro ET900N G3: Revolutionizing Desktop AI Power with NVIDIA GB300

    ASUS has unveiled the ExpertCenter Pro ET900N G3, a groundbreaking desktop workstation that integrates NVIDIA's Grace Blackwell GB300 Ultra Superchip, traditionally reserved for server environments, into a desktop form factor. This innovation brings unprecedented AI computing power directly to...
  13. ASUS Launches New Desktop & All-in-One PCs in the Philippines: Power, Style, and Value

    The Philippine PC market is experiencing a fresh wave of innovation, as ASUS officially introduces its newest lineup of consumer desktops and all-in-one (AIO) PCs, engineered specifically for the diverse needs of Filipino households, students, and professionals. Under the spotlight are the ASUS...
  14. ASUS 2025 Desktop and All-in-One PCs: Power, Versatility, and Value for Filipino Users

    ASUS has set the stage for a compelling new era in mainstream computing with the introduction of its 2025 consumer desktop and All-in-One PC lineup in the Philippines, promising robust performance, versatile configurations, and heightened value through comprehensive software bundles and extended...
  15. ASUS Launches New Consumer Desktops and All-in-One PCs in the Philippines

    ASUS has unveiled its latest lineup of consumer desktops and all-in-one PCs in the Philippines, introducing the ASUS V500 Mini Tower, ASUS D5 Mini Tower, and ASUS V400 AiO PC. These devices, powered by Intel processors, are tailored to meet the diverse needs of modern Filipino families...
  16. ASUS ExpertBook P3 Review: The Future of Business Laptops with AI & High-Performance Display

    The ASUS ExpertBook P3 emerges as a formidable contender in the highly competitive business laptop segment, merging robust hardware specifications, advanced security features, and a suite of productivity tools aimed squarely at modern professionals. As the digital workspace continues to evolve...
  17. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1607QA): The Affordable Big-Screen Windows Laptop with AI Power

    If you’re eying a big-screen Windows laptop that brings both the horsepower of AI and the promise of arm-based efficiency to an affordable price point, the ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1607QA) demands close attention. This new Copilot+ PC from ASUS is representative of the latest shift in Windows...
  18. Microsoft & ASUS Unveil Project Kennan: The Future of Portable Gaming in 2025

    A seismic shift is underway in the world of portable gaming as Microsoft and ASUS join forces to unveil their much-anticipated handheld console—internally codenamed “Project Kennan.” This collaboration, set for a 2025 debut, promises to bridge the tantalizing gap between console and PC gaming...
  19. Microsoft & ASUS Unveil ROG Xbox Ally Series: The Future of Portable Gaming in 2025

    In a significant move for the gaming industry, Microsoft and ASUS have unveiled two new handheld gaming devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2025, these devices aim to bridge the gap between console and PC gaming, offering players a...
  20. Microsoft Unveils Windows-Powered Xbox Consoles and Handheld Devices for Unified Gaming

    Microsoft's recent announcement marks a significant shift in its gaming strategy, aiming to position Windows as the premier platform for gaming. This initiative is highlighted by the introduction of the ROG Xbox Ally handheld devices, developed in collaboration with ASUS, which are set to run a...