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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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In a move that could reshape the rapidly maturing Windows-based handheld gaming market, Republic of Gamers (ROG) and Microsoft have officially unveiled a collaborative leap forward: the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. These exclusive handheld gaming systems, developed through close...
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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...
Microsoft’s fresh gamble in the handheld gaming space—delivered through the striking Xbox Ally and its performance-heavy sibling, the Xbox Ally X—represents not just new hardware but the vanguard of a reimagined Windows 11 experience. At the recent Xbox launch event, the long-rumored “Project...
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Microsoft has announced plans to extend the "Xbox full screen experience," currently exclusive to the ROG Xbox Ally series, to other Windows handheld devices starting in 2026. This initiative aims to unify the gaming experience across various platforms by integrating Xbox's user interface and...
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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.
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Processor: AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme SoC
Memory: 24 GB...
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In a groundbreaking collaboration, Microsoft and ASUS have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally, a handheld gaming device poised to redefine portable gaming. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, this device aims to compete directly with established handheld consoles like the Steam Deck and the...
Microsoft's recent unveiling of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally marks a significant milestone in the evolution of handheld gaming PCs, positioning the tech giant alongside established players like Valve's Steam Deck and Nintendo's Switch. This collaboration with Asus introduces two models: the standard...
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Microsoft and Asus have officially unveiled a game-changing collaboration with the launch of the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—the first handheld devices to combine Windows 11 gaming with a deeply integrated Xbox experience. This move marks a significant evolution not just for portable PC...
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