gaming consoles

  1. Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS: The Future of Portable PC Gaming

    Lenovo’s Legion Go S with SteamOS has upended expectations for portable PC gaming, arriving as a slimmer, lighter, and more affordable rival to the established Steam Deck and a clear alternative to high-powered Windows-based handhelds. This product marks not just an evolutionary step for...
  2. Microsoft's Xbox PC App vs. SteamOS: The Future of Handheld Gaming

    Microsoft's recent unveiling of the Xbox PC app aims to revolutionize handheld gaming by optimizing Windows 11 for portable devices. This initiative, highlighted by the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally, seeks to address longstanding criticisms of Windows 11's performance on handheld platforms. However...
  3. Xbox and Windows Fusion: The Future of Gaming Consoles and PCs

    Microsoft's recent announcement of a strategic multi-year partnership with AMD has sparked considerable speculation about the future direction of the Xbox console. This collaboration hints at a potential paradigm shift: the integration of the Windows operating system into the next-generation...
  4. 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...
  5. Lenovo Legion Go S with Steam OS: The New Challenger to Steam Deck

    The rivalry in the handheld gaming PC scene has reached a fascinating new chapter, thanks to Lenovo’s release of the Legion Go S running Steam OS. For years, Valve’s Steam Deck has defined the experience for PC gamers who want power in a portable package, while other Windows-based handhelds have...
  6. ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X: Pre-Order and Launch Details for Fall 2025

    Here is a summary of the main information from the Windows Report leak about the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X: Pre-order and Launch Dates Pre-orders for both the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X will reportedly open in August 2025. The actual launch is expected mid to late October 2025, which...
  7. Windows and Tech Ecosystems in 2025: Updates, AI, Gaming, and Industry Shifts

    Windows users and tech enthusiasts alike witnessed a whirlwind week marked by pivotal software updates, major developer conferences, and seismic shifts in the gaming and tech ecosystems. In the latest Windows Weekly episode, Leo Laporte, Richard Campbell, and Paul Thurrott dissected the latest...
  8. Microsoft Unveils Windows 11 Optimization for Portable Gaming Consoles like Asus ROG Xbox Ally

    Microsoft has unveiled a specialized version of Windows 11 tailored for portable gaming consoles, notably the Asus ROG Xbox Ally. This development signifies a strategic move to enhance the gaming experience on handheld devices by optimizing the operating system's interface and performance. The...
  9. ASUS ROG Xbox Ally & Ally X: The Future of Portable Gaming with Windows 11

    ASUS, in collaboration with Microsoft, has unveiled two groundbreaking handheld gaming devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. These devices aim to merge the expansive libraries of Xbox, Battle.net, and other PC gaming platforms into a compact, powerful form factor, offering gamers a...
  10. ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X: The Future of Portable Gaming with Windows 11

    ASUS and Microsoft have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two handheld gaming consoles that blend ASUS's hardware prowess with Microsoft's gaming ecosystem. These devices aim to redefine portable gaming by integrating a custom Windows 11 experience tailored for controllers...
  11. Microsoft Unveils Xbox Ally & Ally X: Next-Gen Handheld Gaming with Windows 11

    Microsoft's recent unveiling of the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X marks a significant milestone in the evolution of handheld gaming. Developed in collaboration with ASUS, these devices are poised to redefine portable gaming experiences by integrating a custom version of Windows 11, known as the...
  12. Microsoft Launches ROG Xbox Ally Handheld Gaming Devices with Windows 11

    Microsoft has officially entered the handheld gaming market with the announcement of two new devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. Developed in collaboration with ASUS, these handhelds aim to deliver a comprehensive gaming experience by combining the flexibility of a PC with the...
  13. Microsoft Reveals New Handheld Gaming Consoles: ROG Xbox Ally & Ally X for 2025

    Microsoft has officially unveiled two Xbox-branded handheld gaming consoles: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. These devices are developed in collaboration with ASUS and are set to launch during the 2025 holiday season. ROG Xbox Ally X: Processor: AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme SoC Memory: 24 GB...
  14. Microsoft's Next-Gen Handheld Gaming PCs: Windows and Xbox Unified for Portability

    For years, Microsoft has aspired to bridge the divide between the richness of the Windows PC ecosystem and the simplicity of its Xbox gaming experience—a dream finally coming into sharper focus with the debut of dedicated handheld gaming PCs like the new ROG Xbox Ally devices. The company’s...
  15. Microsoft and ASUS Unveil Xbox Ally & Ally X: The Future of Portable Windows Gaming in 2025

    With growing anticipation surrounding Microsoft’s long-rumored entry into the portable gaming market, the official debut of the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X—developed in partnership with ASUS—signals a seismic shift in how Windows gaming will be experienced in handheld form. These pioneering...
  16. Lenovo Legion Go vs. Nintendo Switch 2: The Future of Handheld Gaming

    For PC gaming enthusiasts looking to venture into handheld gaming, the decision between waiting for the elusive Nintendo Switch 2 or snagging a discounted Lenovo Legion Go is far from trivial. The resurgence of handheld gaming PCs has transformed the ecosystem, blurring the lines that once...
  17. Microsoft Pauses Xbox Handheld Console Development to Focus on Windows 11 Optimization

    The gaming community was abuzz with anticipation as rumors of a dedicated Xbox handheld gaming console circulated, hinting at a bold stride by Microsoft into the competitive world of portable gaming devices. However, recent developments indicate a strategic pivot by the Redmond-based tech giant...
  18. Microsoft Delays Xbox Handheld Console to Focus on Windows 11 Optimization

    The dream of an Xbox-branded handheld console has long tantalized gamers and industry observers alike, with rumors swirling for years and the success of rival devices like Valve’s Steam Deck continually stoking speculation. Yet, despite recent momentum and leaks suggesting Microsoft was close to...
  19. Microsoft Pauses Xbox Handheld Development to Focus on Windows 11 Gaming Optimization

    For years, speculation about Microsoft entering the gaming handheld market has captivated both tech insiders and the Xbox community at large. Official hints from Xbox executives, coupled with industry leaks, have further fueled these rumors, suggesting Microsoft was actively developing a...
  20. Microsoft Delays Xbox Handheld, Focuses on Windows 11 for Portable Gaming Ecosystem

    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...