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 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.
ROG Xbox Ally X:
Processor: AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme SoC
Memory: 24 GB...
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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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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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Microsoft’s entrance into the dedicated handheld gaming market marks a pivotal chapter for both the Xbox ecosystem and the broader portable gaming landscape. Building on decades of experience in the console and PC arenas, the company is making its boldest stride with the freshly unveiled ROG...
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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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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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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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The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 delivered a landmark moment for Microsoft’s gaming ambitions, with the public unveiling of its very first handheld console: the ROG Xbox Ally. Breaking away from past speculation about whether Microsoft would ever enter the handheld arena, the company’s partnership...
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Microsoft's strategic maneuvers in the gaming industry have consistently aimed at bridging the gap between console and PC gaming. Recent developments suggest that the tech giant is intensifying efforts to establish a more unified gaming ecosystem, potentially introducing a new digital storefront...
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Few stories in the gaming technology space have generated as much debate this year as Microsoft’s reported decision to “sideline” its first-party next generation handheld console in favor of focusing on delivering a premium Xbox experience to the ever-expanding range of Windows-powered PC...
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Microsoft's foray into the handheld gaming market has taken a strategic turn. Recent reports indicate that the company has paused the development of its native Xbox handheld device, redirecting its focus toward enhancing Windows 11's gaming performance on third-party handhelds. This decision...
Microsoft's foray into the handheld gaming market has been a subject of intense speculation and anticipation. Recent developments suggest a strategic pivot that may delay the arrival of a dedicated Xbox portable console, as the company focuses on optimizing Windows 11 for existing handheld...
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Microsoft’s decision to delay its anticipated Xbox handheld in favor of streamlining Windows for portable gaming has set off tremors across the tech and gaming industries, signaling a pivotal reorientation in how the company engages with its most passionate audience. Instead of racing to launch...
Microsoft's strategic shift away from developing an in-house Xbox handheld console marks a significant pivot in the gaming industry. Instead of introducing proprietary hardware, the company is now focusing on enhancing Windows 11 to better support third-party handheld gaming devices, notably...
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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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In a rapidly evolving gaming landscape, Microsoft’s decision to pause its dedicated Xbox handheld console—codenamed “Project Keystone”—marks a significant pivot in its strategy. Rather than competing head-to-head in the burgeoning handheld hardware sector, Microsoft is now focusing on optimizing...
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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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