Microsoft’s handheld push has taken a new turn: the Xbox-style, full‑screen “Xbox Mode” that will ship as the default experience on the ROG Xbox Ally family is already appearing on other Windows 11 handhelds — in community builds and hacks — ahead of the Ally’s retail launch, forcing a rapid...
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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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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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Valve's steam-powered secret might soon hit your desktop, and gamers everywhere are buzzing with anticipation. Rumors indicate that SteamOS—a Linux-based operating system celebrated for its bloatware-free, gaming-first approach on handhelds like the Steam Deck—could soon make the leap to...
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Windows 11 appears to be on the verge of a transformative update that could fundamentally change how gamers interact with their PCs. Recent hints found in Insider builds point to a dedicated “Xbox UI” that promises to replace the clunky desktop experience with a streamlined, full-screen...