Windows Handhelds
The latest Windows Handhelds coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows 11 November Update Fixes Gaming Issues on Handheld Devices
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 cumulative update, KB5068861, delivers crucial fixes specifically targeting gaming performance on handheld devices, addressing long-standing battery drain and controller...
ROG Xbox Ally Review: Microsoft's Windows Gaming Handheld Revolution
The gaming landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as Microsoft and ASUS collaborate on the ROG Xbox Ally, a groundbreaking hybrid device that bridges the gap between portable consoles and Windows...
November Patch for Windows 11 Kills Phantom Task Manager and Fixes Handheld Sleep
Microsoft's November 2024 cumulative update for Windows 11 addresses several significant performance issues that have been plaguing users, including the notorious "ghost" Task Manager problem and...
Xbox Full Screen Experience on Windows 11 Handhelds: Complete Setup Guide
Microsoft's Xbox Full Screen Experience has finally arrived for Windows 11 handheld gaming devices, transforming how gamers interact with their Xbox ecosystem on portable hardware. What began as an...
ROG Xbox Ally X Review: Windows Handheld Gaming with Xbox Interface
Microsoft's long-awaited entry into the handheld gaming market has materialized with the ROG Xbox Ally X, a revolutionary device that combines ASUS's renowned Republic of Gamers engineering with...
Windows 11 Xbox Mode: Microsoft's Handheld Gaming Revolution
Microsoft is transforming Windows 11 into a legitimate handheld gaming platform with its new Xbox Mode, moving beyond the initial marketing demo for specific devices to create a comprehensive...
Ayaneo Next II launches with 8-inch screen and AMD Ryzen AI Max flagship chipset
The handheld gaming PC market continues to evolve at a breathtaking pace, and Ayaneo's Next II represents what could be the most ambitious entry yet in this competitive space. Positioned as a...
MSI Claw Gets Xbox-Inspired Full Screen Experience in Windows 11 Insider Preview
Microsoft has officially launched its console-style Full Screen Experience for Windows 11 handheld gaming devices, with MSI's Claw being among the first to receive this transformative update through...
Arduboy FX-C Revival, Handheld PC Market Boom, and Windows Update Fixes
The technology landscape witnessed a fascinating convergence of retro gaming nostalgia and cutting-edge computing this week, with Kevin Bates' beloved Arduboy receiving a modern refresh through the...
MSI Claw Gets Windows Full Screen Experience in Latest Insider Preview Update
Microsoft's console-style handheld mode for Windows is expanding its reach beyond the ASUS ROG Ally, with the MSI Claw now receiving the Full Screen Experience through the latest Windows Insider...
Copilot Ask Feature in Windows 11 Build 26220.7051 Targets Handheld Gaming PCs
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7051 (KB5067115) represents a strategic evolution in how the operating system integrates AI assistance and optimizes for specialized...
Xbox PC October Update: Advanced Shader Delivery, ROG Ally Support, Cloud Gaming Expansion
Microsoft's October update for Xbox and PC gaming represents a significant leap forward in gaming performance and accessibility, bringing advanced shader delivery technology, enhanced support for...