handheld gaming

The reason the ROG Xbox Ally skips an OLED screen in favor of sticking with LCD is a deliberate engineering decision that prioritizes Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), battery life, performance, and cost: VRR Was Non-Negotiable: According to ASUS ROG’s Whitson Gordon, while the team prototyped OLED...

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...

Microsoft has officially ceased development of its proprietary handheld gaming console, opting instead to enhance the Xbox digital ecosystem and collaborate with third-party hardware manufacturers. This strategic pivot underscores Microsoft's commitment to expanding its gaming reach beyond...

AYANEO's latest innovation, the Flip 1S DS, is poised to redefine the handheld gaming landscape with its dual-screen design and robust performance capabilities. This device not only challenges existing models like the ASUS ROG Ally X but also introduces features that cater to both gaming...

When Microsoft took the stage at the Xbox Showcase in June 2025, the whispers had already started: would the company be able to fend off the growing momentum of SteamOS in the handheld gaming PC market? The dominant conversation among Windows enthusiasts and industry insiders revolved around a...

Handheld PC gaming has, for years, existed in a strange no man's land—a collision of desktop power and portability, but too often hamstrung by software that wasn’t designed for life beyond the desk. Microsoft’s latest move aims to rewrite this dynamic: the long-anticipated “Xbox full-screen...

The AYANEO Flip DS emerges as a distinctive contender in the handheld gaming market, introducing a dual-screen design reminiscent of the Nintendo DS era. This innovative approach aims to enhance multitasking capabilities and offers a fresh perspective on portable gaming. Design and Build Quality...

Microsoft's recent collaboration with ASUS to unveil the ROG Xbox Ally marks a significant shift in the company's approach to PC gaming. This partnership not only introduces a new handheld gaming device but also underscores Microsoft's commitment to optimizing Windows 11 for a superior gaming...

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...

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Xbox and ASUS have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two Windows 11-powered handheld gaming devices designed to redefine portable gaming experiences. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 8, these devices aim to bridge the gap between...

The gaming landscape is set for a seismic shift as ASUS and Microsoft join forces, unveiling the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—handheld gaming devices that blend elite hardware with deep Xbox integration. The launch, which was officially teased during the recent Xbox Games Showcase...

The competitive landscape of handheld PC gaming is on the brink of a seismic shift as Microsoft reveals plans to deploy a full-screen Xbox handheld UI across all Windows PCs, starting next year. This highly anticipated development marks a significant evolution in the way portable gaming devices...

In an era where handheld gaming has entered a fierce renaissance, with brands old and new vying for a slice of a rapidly expanding market, the introduction of the ROG Xbox Ally and its premium sibling, the ROG Xbox Ally X, marks a strategic move from both ASUS and Xbox. For years, the lines...

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...

Microsoft's recent unveiling of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handheld gaming devices has reignited discussions about Windows 11's performance, particularly concerning pre-installed software, commonly referred to as "bloatware." These devices, optimized for gaming, operate on a streamlined...

Microsoft has unveiled its latest innovation in portable gaming: the ROG Xbox Ally and its premium counterpart, the ROG Xbox Ally X. These handheld devices, developed in collaboration with ASUS, are powered by AMD Ryzen processors and run a customized version of Windows 11, specifically...

For anyone who has followed the development trajectory of Microsoft’s operating systems, the most persistent critique has been the relentless expansion of features—often dubbed "bloat"—that accompany each new release. Each iteration of Windows seemingly demands more resources, delivering...

In a move that signals a new era for portable gaming, Microsoft and Asus have officially unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—two Windows 11-powered handhelds built with an ambitious vision: unifying the best of PC and Xbox gaming on the go. This long-awaited reveal comes after weeks...

Microsoft's recent announcement to extend the Xbox user interface (UI) to Windows 11 handheld devices marks a significant evolution in portable gaming. This initiative aims to unify the gaming experience across platforms, offering a seamless interface for both new and existing handheld PCs. The...

There’s a seismic shift underway in handheld gaming, and it’s not coming from Nintendo, Sony, or even Valve. It’s the unlikely alliance of Microsoft and ASUS that has sent shockwaves through the industry, with the grand unveiling of the ROG Xbox Ally and its turbocharged sibling, the Ally X, at...