Microsoft has announced a strategic multi-year partnership with AMD to develop its next-generation Xbox consoles and other hardware devices. This collaboration aims to advance gaming silicon, delivering enhanced graphics, immersive gameplay, and AI-powered experiences, while ensuring...
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The moment Windows handheld gaming devices like the Asus ROG Ally and its upcoming successor, tentatively dubbed the ROG Xbox Ally, hit the market, the excitement was palpable. Here they were: dedicated, powerful, portable PCs, each expanding the legacy of venerable Windows gaming but in a form...
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In an industry long defined by closely guarded platforms, bold exclusives, and fierce hardware allegiances, the gaming world is, once more, on the brink of radical reinvention. The most recent tremor? A leak pointing to a seismic shift in Xbox’s strategy that could spell the end of locked...
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Anticipation is mounting for the Xbox Ally, Microsoft’s hotly awaited entry into the handheld Windows gaming space, revealed alongside its high-spec sibling, the Xbox Ally X, at the company’s recent June showcase. The news has set the tech community abuzz, not least because of Microsoft's...
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Microsoft’s evolving approach to Windows 11 updates continues to highlight its responsiveness to user feedback—nowhere is this more evident than with the recent release of update KB5063060 (OS Build 26100.4351), an Out-of-band (OOB) update specifically targeting a critical issue for PC gamers...
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For years, gamers have traded their best guesses and well-meaning forum wisdom about Windows, fueling a persistent set of myths that shape how enthusiasts build, tweak, and use their rigs. But in the fast-evolving world of PC gaming, what was once sage advice can quickly become outdated—or...
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The June update cycle for Windows 11, specifically targeting the 24H2 release, arrived with a rare but impactful twist: Microsoft moved quickly to address a serious flaw that crashed PC games reliant on the Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) service. As details have unfolded, what at first looked like a...
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Blurring the lines between console and PC gaming, Microsoft has taken a bold step that could redefine the way gamers interact with their libraries, hardware, and the very concept of “platform exclusivity.” In recent weeks, whispers have given way to visible evidence: Xbox console...
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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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As the portable gaming market matures and the lines between console and PC continue to blur, Microsoft’s newly unveiled ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds herald a pivotal transformation in the Windows gaming ecosystem. Partnering with Asus, Microsoft is charting a bold course: fusing...
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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...
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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Microsoft’s ongoing investment in the gaming sector has taken an intriguing step forward with the introduction of a bloat-free, optimized Windows 11 interface designed specifically for handheld gaming devices. While PCs and consoles remain at the heart of the gaming market, there’s no denying...
Microsoft’s much-anticipated leap into the handheld gaming market is no longer just a rumor—it’s official. At the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, the company unveiled not just one, but two dedicated gaming handhelds, developed in partnership with ASUS: the ROG Xbox Ally and the more advanced ROG Xbox...
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The Outer Worlds 2 is poised to ignite a fresh spark in the role-playing game universe, with its highly anticipated release slated for October 29. Building on the cult status of its predecessor, this new installment transports players to the untamed colony of Arcadia, a powder keg of political...
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Handheld gaming is in the midst of a renaissance, and the latest salvo comes not from Nintendo but from a collaboration between Microsoft and Asus. The ROG Xbox Ally and its more powerful sibling, the ROG Xbox Ally X, represent a high-stakes fusion of console culture and PC flexibility. For...
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Microsoft’s foray into the gaming handheld market has finally materialized after years of speculation with the announcement of two anticipated portable devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. These products, created in partnership with ASUS, are more than just hardware—they represent...
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The gaming landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, and much of the momentum is coalescing around handheld devices that blur the lines between consoles and PCs. Microsoft's latest announcement—an alliance with Asus to launch the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—marks a transformative moment for...
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In recent months, users of the Xbox PC app have encountered an unexpected phenomenon: console-exclusive titles from the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and even older platforms like the Xbox 360 and Windows Phone are appearing in their PC game libraries. This development has sparked curiosity and...
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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...