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Borderlands 4 on Xbox Ally X — my unscientific testing shockingly shows it MIGHT be possible to play on the latest handheld gaming PC

I don't have an Xbox Ally X yet, and even if I did, I couldn't talk about it. But I am curious if Borderlands 4 might play on it, so I tried — unscientifically — to figure it out.

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Microsoft's Windows XP Crocs are here — here's how to acquire your own pair

Microsoft has launched its Windows XP Crocs via a sweepstakes that you can enter via Instagram. Here's everything you need to know.

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Microsoft’s Copilot branding sparks internal doubts — but Satya Nadella believes "a billion users of each" will clear up confusion

Microsoft is doubling down on its Copilot marketing strategy to reduce confusion among users. For instance, enterprise PCs will ship with Microsoft 365 Copilot preinstalled.

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$30 a month for Ultimate — I don’t think Game Pass is worth it anymore

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has jumped to $30 a month, and for the first time, the subscription doesn’t feel worth it to me. While Microsoft has added perks like Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics, and improved cloud streaming, these extras don’t align with what I actually value.

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OpenAI plans a small family of devices to reinvent human-computer interaction — but Sam Altman says "it'll take some time"

OpenAI's CEO recently revealed that the company is planning to develop a family of small AI-powered devices that will change how people interact with computers.

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After price change, Xbox Game Pass users are canceling subscriptions so fast that Microsoft's website is struggling to keep up — and I don't blame them

Microsoft has majorly revamped Xbox Game Pass with new tiers, new features, and a big price hike for Ultimate — and the latter has angered many fans.

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Microsoft 365 Premium is a new monthly subscription that combines Office and Copilot Pro — and it comes with shiny new icons

Microsoft has announced a new productivity subscription that combines Microsoft 365 Family and Copilot Pro under one $20 a month subscription dubbed Microsoft 365 Premium.

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'World of Warcraft: Midnight' gets a huge new detailed deep dive video — and I can't wait to visit the new Monster Hunter-style Arcantina player hub

World of Warcraft: Midnight has received a massive deep dive video where the developers show off the upcoming expansion's exciting gameplay features including Player Housing, a new Monster Hunter-style gathering player hub, the outdoor Prey system, and much more

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Are SanDisk’s new SSDs and SD cards worth it for the Xbox Ally X?

Sandisk announces internal and external storage expansion with guaranteed compatibility, but long-term pricing and availability will factor into their appeal.

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Xbox Game Pass is getting Ubisoft+ Classics and some other big new features — but one tier is getting a big, big price increase

Xbox Game Pass is getting a ton of new games today via Ubisoft+, as well as new Fortnite benefits. Ultimate subscribers will have to swallow a 50% price increase to get it, though.

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Fallout 76 returns with the largest expansion in over half a decade — and Walton "The Ghoul" Goggins joins in

Get ready to bounty up as players get the opportunity to cross over into the nuclear wasteland of Ohio.

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The ingenious reason why Windows 95 setup chose mini Windows 3.1 over 32-bit options

Microsoft veteran engineer Raymond Chen recently explained why the tech giant Windows 95's setup didn't install a miniature Windows 95, allowing it to be written as a 32-bit program.

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Windows 7 usage skyrockets as users refuse to upgrade to Windows 11 in wake of Windows 10 end of support

StatCounter reports that Windows 7 has gained almost 10% market share in the last month, just as Windows 10 support is coming to an end. It's clear people aren't ready to switch to Windows 11.

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How AI-powered updates are transforming File Explorer in Windows 11

File Explorer on Windows 11 gained several notable changes in 2025, including context menu improvements, AI Actions, redesigned Home page, and more.

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Grounded 2 'Hairy and Scary' update brings the awaited Tarantula boss to the Xbox survival game — as well as limited-time Halloween treats

The latest Grounded 2 update, Hairy and Scary, brings the awaited Tarantula boss alongside a host of bug fixes.

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Is your PC getting the Windows 11 2025 Update on September 30, 2025?

Let's explain the Microsoft approach to rolling out Windows 11 version 25H2 to compatible hardware starting on September 30, 2025.

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Minecraft's Copper Age is here: Explore new features and the whimsical Copper Golem

I'm eager to dive in once I've finished writing this article. Every Minecraft update is just another reason to keep playing this beloved 16-year-old game.

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Amazon France ships the ROG Xbox Ally X three weeks early — one lucky gamer posts first review

Amazon France shipped the ROG Xbox Ally X nearly 3 weeks early — and the first hands-on review is already here.

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Marvel Rivals is finally getting cross-progression — it's been "frantically cooking in development" until now

Marvel Rivals will finally get cross-progression with the launch of Season 5, letting players go between different platforms and take their progress with them.

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 version 25H2 issues and offers potential workarounds

With the next version of Windows 11 now generally available, Microsoft has confirmed that there are a couple of known issues to be aware of if you're upgrading right away.

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Microsoft drops 7 new Insider features for Windows 11 for September 2025 — here are the best ones (and why we like them)

Windows 11 Insider builds in the Beta, Dev, and Canary Channels bring improvements for Click to Do, Taskbar, Spotlight, and more in September 2025.

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How to instantly force the new Windows 11 2025 Update (version 25H2) on your PC

The Windows 11 2025 Update can be installed early through the Windows Update settings, using the Installation Media, an official ISO file, or the Media Creation Tool.

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Windows 11 version 25H2 is now generally available — Microsoft confirms rollout has begun

The next version of Windows 11 is now generally available, and while it doesn't include any new features or changes, it does come with up to 36 months of additional support over version 24H2.

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The Xbox Ally X is a bargain, actually — ASUS and Microsoft's gaming handheld is a better deal than Steam's most popular desktop PC

The Xbox Ally X is a promising collab between ASUS ROG and Microsoft, priced at a surprisingly reasonable £799.99 in the UK. Here's why I'll ditch my Steam Deck for this premium handheld.

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This hall effect gaming keyboard is so fast it should be illegal

Syntech makes VR accessories, and the Chinese brand is now venturing into mechanical keyboards. The Chronos 68 uses the latest hall-effect switches and may just be one of the fastest around.

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