gamepad

The Wii U’s unusual gamepad—an oversized controller with an embedded touchscreen that mirrors the console’s output—has long been one of Nintendo’s most interesting hardware experiments and one of its worst maintenance decisions: when the gamepad dies, the console often becomes effectively...

Windows 11 Insiders on the Dev Channel are getting a small but significant usability upgrade: Dev build 26220.6682 introduces a new three‑state behavior for the Xbox (Guide) button on connected controllers — a quick tap opens the Xbox Game Bar, a long press now brings up Task View, and a...

Microsoft has quietly adjusted how the Xbox/Guide button behaves when an Xbox Wireless Controller is paired with Windows 11, turning a familiar single-action shortcut into a three-state input that now opens the Game Bar on a tap, launches Task View on a long press, and still powers the...

Microsoft’s latest Insider preview quietly repurposes the Xbox/Guide button into a three‑state system control: a short tap still summons the Game Bar, a long press now opens Task View, and a sustained hold continues to power the controller off — a small UX tweak that signals a deliberate push to...

Microsoft has quietly repurposed the Xbox button on gamepads when used with Windows 11 Insiders: a long press now opens Task View while a short press still launches the Game Bar, and a press-and-hold continues to power down the controller — a small but practical tweak rolling out to Dev and Beta...

Microsoft engineers once built a proof-of-concept Windows experience specifically for handheld gaming devices during an internal hackathon — a prototype that showed how Windows 11 could present a gamepad-first, console-style interface and make Xbox Game Pass, Steam, Epic, and other storefronts...

Microsoft has unveiled a significant overhaul of the Start Menu in Windows 11, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience and customization. This update, now available in the latest Dev Channel build, reflects Microsoft's ongoing commitment to refining its operating...

Here's a summary of what's new, improved, and fixed in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4250 (Beta Channel, 24H2): Key New Features and Improvements 1. New Start Menu Experience Scrollable "All" apps view: Apps are accessible directly from the Start menu, no secondary page needed. Two...

The highly anticipated emergence of a dedicated Xbox handheld has hit a notable road bump as Microsoft recalibrates its priorities in the face of increasing competition and transformative shifts in the portable gaming landscape. According to multiple independent sources and recent industry...

For serious gamers and PC enthusiasts alike, few pieces of hardware inspire the kind of fervor reserved for the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. Since its introduction, Microsoft’s top-tier gamepad has distinguished itself with premium materials, deep customization options, and adaptability not...

For years, the evolution of cloud gaming has been marked by incremental leaps in convenience, compatibility, and control options. For staunch Windows and Xbox enthusiasts, each new feature added to the Xbox ecosystem is an event worth watching. In a recent move, Microsoft’s Xbox Insider Build...

Imagine being in the middle of a heated multiplayer session and suddenly needing to send a quick chat message—all without pausing your game to hunt down a physical keyboard. That’s the promise of Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update, which introduces an innovative gamepad keyboard layout...

If you’ve ever imagined the Windows Insiders program as a sandbox playground for pushing exciting experimental features and bug-sniping fixes into the wild, then it’s time to grab your keyboard and buckle up, because two shiny new Windows 11 builds just dropped—Beta (22635.4805) and Dev...

Hello, Windows enthusiasts! On November 6, 2024, Microsoft has rolled out the latest update for Windows 11 – the Insider Preview Build 27744, now available in the Canary Channel. As excitement brews among insiders, this build brings noteworthy enhancements, alongside a few known issues you...

Windows 11 enthusiasts eagerly anticipating enhanced gaming and accessibility features have hit a temporary setback. The much-anticipated gamepad keyboard layout, designed to streamline typing using an Xbox controller on PC via the on-screen keyboard, has been placed on hold. This development...

As the leaves turn and October ushers in cooler weather, Microsoft has been busy at work rolling out significant updates for Windows 11. Users of the 24H2 version are now greeted with KB5044384, a non-security preview update that promises to patch a variety of bugs and improve the overall...

On October 22, 2024, Microsoft rolled out the latest update for Windows 11, known as KB5044380, impacting OS Builds 22621.4391 and 22631.4391. If you've been feeling like your PC is in desperate need of a refresh, this update will bring a slew of changes and improvements that are bound to...

Microsoft has rolled out a fresh non-security update for Windows 11, specifically under the KB5044380 designation, marking yet another step forward in the evolution of Windows 11 versions. This update covers both the Enterprise and Education editions of Windows 11 version 22H2 and all editions...

The latest updates for Windows 11 have ushered in a plethora of new features, but none may capture the attention of gamers more than the newly optimized on-screen keyboard for gamepad control. Microsoft has rolled out this enhancement as part of its efforts to bridge the gap between console-like...

Windows 11 has taken a significant step forward for the growing domain of handheld gaming by introducing an exciting new feature—the ability to navigate the on-screen keyboard using a controller. This enhancement, particularly beneficial for platforms like the ROG Ally, Legion GO, and Ayaneo...