So, the new handheld is from the same team at ASUS ROG that made the fantastic ROG Ally – and the upgraded ROG Ally X. That’s why it keeps the ‘ROG Ally’ name, but gets an extra ‘X’ to clearly signal its Xbox focus. It’s a bit weird though, because the white version of the original Ally, which is Xbox themed, *isn’t* called the ‘Ally S’ – go figure!
As an analyst, I remember when Fallout 76 finally released – it really didn’t live up to my expectations, or frankly, what I thought the game would be when it was first announced. That was my impression back in 2018, anyway. More recently, the Fallout TV series came out and quickly became one of the best adaptations of a video game ever made, which has sparked a huge renewed interest in the entire Fallout universe.
Good morning, Xbox fans! We have some updates about Xbox Game Pass for you today.
Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen recently shared that while Windows 95 *could* display graphics, the design team deliberately chose a simple, text-based interface. He explained that the graphics capabilities at the time were basic and they were working under a tight deadline.
Windows 7 has consistently held a small percentage of the computer market, around 2%, according to StatCounter. While most users upgraded to Windows 10 after support for Windows 7 ended, it appears many are now switching to Windows 10 again as support for that version is also nearing its end in just two weeks.
The company updated the right-click menu, redesigned the homepage, and made several improvements to features like archives and how content is shared.
This new update, nicknamed “Hairy and Scary,” introduces AXL, the Tarantula boss we’ve been waiting for. AXL is huge compared to the tiny characters, and defeating it will be a real challenge.
Beginning September 30, 2025, we’ll start releasing this update, but it will be rolled out slowly as an optional download. It may take a while to reach all devices. For those already using the 2024 Update, this update will install like a regular, cumulative update.
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The official ASUS case for the Xbox Ally is quite expensive at $70. It’s a sturdy hard case, but it doesn’t include a shoulder strap or have space for extra accessories, which I think is a drawback. It appears to be currently unavailable, and honestly, I wouldn’t recommend it anyway.