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Linux supercharges the ROG Xbox Ally X — higher FPS, smoother performance, and a big win for handheld gaming

The Xbox Ally X has strong hardware but is held back by Windows. Testing from ETA Prime and Cyber Dopamine show that switching to Bazzite Linux can boost FPS, improve stability, and add instant resume without hurting battery life.

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$96.5 million for Nadella | Microsoft's CEO receives record pay in a year that saw 15,000+ layoffs

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella stands to gain around $96.5 million for his part in the company's 2025 boom. Here's why that stings in a year with 15,000+ Microsoft layoffs, as well as why a pay cut wouldn't change much.

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Yes, a Windows 11 update killed "localhost" support — Microsoft breaks Windows again

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update, KB5066835, has broken localhost support and disrupted development workflows across the platform. The issue, caused by a faulty change to the HTTP.sys networking component prevents local servers and testing environments from running.

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ROG Xbox Ally X (was) back in stock at Currys in the UK — A chance to buy the high-end handheld before it sold out

ASUS' highly anticipated Xbox Ally X has recently launched to the public and quickly sold out in multiple retailers across the United Kingdom. However, we have noticed that the UK store, Currys, has restocked this gaming handheld.

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Microsoft prepares major Windows 11 feature drop with new Start menu, Taskbar updates, and more | New features expected to roll out next month

Windows 11's next major update is set to include a brand-new Start menu, lots of Taskbar and File Explorer updates, and general quality of life improvements, which is now in the final testing stages before general availability.

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I was right, this is my top value Windows laptop of 2025 — as long as you don't build your own

I've been using HP's OmniBook 5 14 (G1q), and my first impressions have been confirmed. This is an excellent high-value laptop, especially with stock configs.

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Is Ninja Gaiden 4 on Xbox Game Pass? Here's the lowdown — one of gaming's most legendary action franchises is back in a big way

We finally have a new Ninja Gaiden game on our hands with Ninja Gaiden 4, but is it playable on Xbox Game Pass? Here's what we know.

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Next Xbox won’t be cheap — Sarah Bond teases a “very premium, high-end next-gen console experience”

Sarah Bond has hinted that the next Xbox will be a premium, high-end console, but rising prices and Microsoft’s growing focus on AI have fans worried about the future of Xbox hardware.

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Microsoft is giving Xbox yet another price hike — this time it's hitting game developers, and "macroeconomic developments" are to blame

Development kits for Microsoft's Xbox consoles are getting a major price hike just one month after the systems themselves were made more expensive.

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I genuinely think the Xbox Ally and 'Ball x Pit' has boosted my mental health

Ball x Pit is the most addictive game I've played since Vampire Survivors, and it takes it to the next level with the Xbox Ally and Play Anywhere, since it's now inescapable for me.

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Microsoft limits control over app updates in Windows 11 — users can only pause for 5 weeks

A recent change to the Microsoft Store app has disabled the ability to turn off automatic updates. Now, you can only pause automatic updates for up to 5 weeks.

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PlayStation veteran Shuhei Yoshida can’t get enough of his Xbox Ally — Ninja Gaiden 4 included

Industry veteran Shuhei Yoshida may have spent three decades at PlayStation, but his recent posts show him enjoying Xbox’s ROG Ally X and Game Pass, offering honest impressions of the device while poking fun at console war drama.

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Microsoft highlights all the new features that have shipped on Windows 11 in 2025 — and promises more to come

2025 has been quite a busy year for Windows 11, with the OS receiving new features on an almost monthly basis. Now, Microsoft has published a handy recap of everything that has shipped so far.

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Is Reddit down? AWS outages are mitigating, but the social media giant is still half-busted

Amazon Web Services (AWS) server outages have affected a significant chunk of the Internet, including ongoing problems for Reddit.

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Microsoft triples down on Xbox hardware commitment, while also teasing first-party gaming handhelds — will it actually happen?

Rumors of Xbox's first-imposed demise have been greatly exaggerated, after Xbox president took to Variety to reiterate the firm's commitment to gaming hardware.

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This sleek gaming keyboard brings a low-profile and magnetism to the table — as long as you can accept the wire

I've been using the Logitech G515 RAPID TKL, a new low-profile, tenkeyless keyboard that requires a cable but brings more customization and better performance.

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The Xbox Ally handheld gaming PC launches worldwide — and Xbox already has a roadmap for its future

The Xbox Ally is now officially out in the wild, and while the hardware shows real potential, the software still needs work. Xbox has laid out a roadmap to improve the experience, covering new features, performance upgrades, and long-term handheld support.

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Xbox's Keeper is like taking all the best psychedelics in the world all at once, and it's pure artistry

Double Fine Productions has finally returned with Keeper, one of the most captivating and bizarre video games I've played in a long time. I absolutely loved it.

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Microsoft is reportedly moving Surface and Xbox production — no prizes for guessing why

Microsoft is reportedly planning to move Surface production out of China by 2026 and is also encouraging Xbox production to be shifted overseas. The move comes amid escalating U.S.–China trade tensions, with new tariffs, port fees, and export restrictions driving up costs.

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Here's how to finish the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 "Echoes of the Dead" event in only ONE HOUR

The Echoes of the Dead event is now live in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and while it runs for a week, you will only need an hour to complete it and reap the rewards.

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3 reasons why I think Call of Duty is BACK with Black Ops 7

All the "cool kids" might be ripping on Black Ops 7 and 'jumping ship' to Battlefield 6, but I'm not buying into that. Here's why I'm all-in on this year's Call of Duty.

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Yes, Xbox Ally isn't an Xbox console, and that's the point — it’s a Windows handheld by design, part of Microsoft’s battle with Steam Deck

Reviews for the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X have gone live today, and it's apparent that some people thought this was going to be an Xbox console that could run Xbox games, but it's always been marketed as a Windows handheld gaming PC. And this device

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Jealous of the new Xbox Ally? — Here are 6 ways to give your original ROG Ally a glow-up

The Xbox Ally has arrived, but the original ASUS ROG Ally is still a fantastic PC gaming handheld, especially with these upgrades and tips for improving it.

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PowerToys now lets Windows 11 auto‑switch light and dark modes — as Microsoft works on a consistent dark mode across the OS

Microsoft recently shipped a new update for PowerToys, adding the Light Switch utility, which lets you switch between light and dark modes automatically in Windows 11.

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If you can't get enough of indie games, this upcoming ID@Xbox event is for you

Microsoft's ID@Xbox program provides support for indie developers and publishers bringing more games to the Xbox platform. A new showcase of exclusive indie trailers and gameplay has been announced for October 28.

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