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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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...
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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...
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In the ever-evolving world of handheld PC gaming, the Lenovo Legion Go S—especially in its Z2 Go configuration running SteamOS—has emerged as one of 2024’s most fascinating answers to Valve’s dominant Steam Deck. This review dives deep into the Legion Go S’s real-world performance, comparing it...
In the current landscape of gaming hardware, few conversations spark as much speculation and anticipation as those revolving around handheld gaming consoles. As industry giants like Nintendo and Valve continue to dominate with their Switch and Steam Deck platforms, respectively, attention...
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Gaming fans who have eagerly followed the decades-long rumor mill around a dedicated Xbox handheld are experiencing yet another twist in the tale. Microsoft, according to fresh intelligence from industry sources and partner leaks, has put its own portable device on the back burner—at least for...
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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...
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Microsoft’s dynamic approach to the gaming landscape has long been a topic of both industry intrigue and consumer debate. In recent months, a decisive change in strategy has emerged, signaling a significant pivot: Microsoft is putting its own portable Xbox hardware development on hold in favor...
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Here’s a summary of the key points from the GRTV News segment “Microsoft presses pause on handheld Xbox” (Gamereactor UK):
Summary:
Microsoft has paused its development of a dedicated handheld Xbox console.
Instead, the company is reallocating resources to further optimize Windows 11 for...
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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...
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The Lenovo Legion Go S, a recent entrant in the handheld gaming market, has ignited discussions about the suitability of Windows 11 for portable gaming devices. While the hardware boasts impressive specifications, the operating system's performance on such devices has come under scrutiny...
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Handheld gaming PCs have seen a renaissance in recent years, with devices like the Lenovo Legion Go and Asus ROG Ally capturing the imagination of gamers craving portability without sacrificing power. Yet, as this new form factor matures, an uncomfortable truth is emerging: Microsoft’s Windows...
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The Lenovo Legion Go S has emerged as a notable contender in the handheld gaming market, offering configurations with both Windows 11 and SteamOS. This dual-OS approach provides a unique opportunity to assess the performance and user experience differences between the two systems on identical...
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A major tectonic shift looms in the handheld PC gaming landscape, promising to sway the balance away from entrenched players like Valve’s Steam Deck and Asus’s ROG Ally. MSI’s upcoming Claw A8, freshly unveiled at Computex, is positioned to be a salient disruptor for a burgeoning and fiercely...
Windows gaming handhelds have rapidly evolved from niche enthusiast toys into mainstream portable consoles, offering impressive performance and access to thousands of PC games on the go. Devices like the Asus ROG Ally X, MSI Claw 8 AI+, and Lenovo Legion Go have brought high-powered components...
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of portable gaming hardware, a subtle yet significant change is unfolding for Windows 11 users—a change that could redefine the handheld gaming experience and address the loudest critiques of Microsoft’s operating system on small screens. The Xbox app on Windows...
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Lenovo Legion Go S: A Mixed Bag of Premium Looks and Windows Woes
Lenovo’s latest attempt at a handheld gaming PC—the Legion Go S with Windows 11—has certainly stirred up debate in the portable gaming realm. Despite showcasing a refined design and a promising form factor, this device stumbles...
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In the ever-evolving landscape of handheld gaming devices, the ASUS ROG Ally X has emerged as a compelling contender. However, as recent discussions highlight, it still faces significant competition from the Valve Steam Deck, particularly when it comes to software experience. A piece published...
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