Microsoft’s Xbox handheld arriving as a Windows-powered device is less an endgame than the first real, public proof that Microsoft intends to use Windows itself as the foundation of a next-generation, cross-device Xbox experience.
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Microsoft and ASUS announced the ROG Xbox...
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ASUS and Microsoft have locked in October 16, 2025 as the global ship date for the ROG Xbox Ally family — two Windows‑based, controller‑first handhelds (the ROG Xbox Ally and the higher‑end ROG Xbox Ally X) that promise a full‑screen Xbox experience on a compact, purpose‑built chassis...
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Microsoft and ASUS appear poised to bring the ROG Xbox Ally family to market this fall, with a fresh leak narrowing the launch window to October 16, 2025, and pointing to pre-orders opening as early as August 20 during Gamescom — a timetable that, if accurate, turns months of “holiday 2025”...
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In a landmark move that’s set to redefine portable gaming, Microsoft has officially pulled back the curtain on its much-anticipated Xbox-branded handheld devices. Revealed during an online event, these new offerings—dubbed the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—signal not just a new generation of...
Microsoft has rarely shied away from competitive risk, but its latest hardware play is a bold statement even by its standards. In the very week that Nintendo is drawing global headlines with anticipation around the Switch 2, Microsoft Gaming has unveiled not one, but two Xbox handheld gaming...
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Microsoft’s decision to temporarily halt development of its long-speculated Xbox handheld console has sent waves through the gaming community, especially as the portable gaming sector enjoys record growth. With portable powerhouses like Valve’s Steam Deck and Nintendo’s Switch dominating the...
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The abrupt halt in Microsoft’s Xbox handheld development has sent ripples through the gaming industry, shocking both fans and insiders who have followed the tech giant’s pursuit of a mobile console that could rival the market’s current leaders. For years, speculation has swirled around...
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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...
Microsoft's strategic pivot in the gaming hardware landscape has recently come into sharp focus. The tech giant has reportedly shelved its plans for a native Xbox handheld console, redirecting its efforts toward enhancing the gaming capabilities of Windows 11 and collaborating with third-party...
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Microsoft's exploration into the handheld gaming market has been a topic of considerable interest and speculation. Recent developments suggest that while the company has been actively prototyping handheld Xbox devices, a consumer-ready product remains several years away.
In a November 2024...
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For years, the gaming world has buzzed with anticipation over rumors of a dedicated Xbox handheld. From cryptic statements by Xbox chief Phil Spencer to credible leaks by industry insiders, expectations have swirled around Microsoft’s possible entry into the portable gaming hardware market. Yet...
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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When Microsoft quietly decided to hit pause on its long-rumored first-party Xbox handheld, the move sent ripples through the gaming community. Rumors had swirled for years about a native Xbox portable that could finally make good on old-school fans' dreams—taking their console library on the...
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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...
Microsoft’s journey into the handheld gaming market has been a subject of intense speculation, hope, and strategic recalibration for both the company and gaming enthusiasts. Recent revelations indicate that ambitious plans to release a native Xbox handheld have been temporarily shelved, with...
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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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Microsoft's foray into the handheld gaming market has encountered a significant shift in strategy. According to a recent report by Windows Central, the development of a native Xbox handheld device has been postponed. The company is redirecting its focus toward enhancing Windows 11's performance...
Microsoft’s recent strategic shift away from an imminent Xbox-branded handheld launch, in favor of prioritizing Windows 11 gaming enhancements, signals a watershed moment for both the company and the broader PC gaming landscape. For followers of the gaming hardware industry, the decision...
As excitement builds around one of the tech industry’s most anticipated annual events, Microsoft Build 2025 is ready to take center stage in Seattle, promising a cascade of advancements that will reshape the future for developers, enterprises, and everyday Windows users alike. With a four-day...
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