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How to set up parental controls for Xbox Ally and other Windows-based devices for safer gaming

A complete walkthrough for setting up parental controls on the Xbox Ally, Ally X, and other Windows handheld devices using Family Safety and Xbox Family Settings.

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Xbox in 2026 — What to expect from Team Green this year, and beyond

It's an interesting, and potentially pivotal year for Xbox in 2026. After a somewhat unprecedented year of negative headlines, Xbox has an opportunity to turn it around this year.

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Windows 11 version 26H1 will launch exclusively on Snapdragon X2 devices this spring

The first PCs with version 26H1 will begin shipping in the spring period, but you'll only find it on PCs powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 platform.

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This custom hardline watercooling concept PC looks amazing — here's what you can actually buy today

At CES 2026, iBUYPOWER unveiled the Trace X Custom Loop Concept PC, a prebuilt with hardline watercooling designed to make custom loops more accessible.

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Xbox Gear Shop finally gives an update after being closed for five months — something special for Xbox's 25th anniversary?

Nearly half a year ago, the Xbox Gear Shop closed down amidst massive budget cuts, project cancellations, and layoffs at Microsoft. However, the online store has recently updated with a new message saying that it's coming back soon.

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As RAM prices skyrocket and Windows 11 flounders, Linux gains native NVIDIA GeForce NOW support — turning the cloud into a sanctuary for priced-out gamers

Hardware costs are rising and Windows 11 is struggling. NVIDIA's native Linux app offers a cloud-based escape for gamers priced out of upgrades.

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Lenovo's new mini PC is so small we thought it was a speakerphone — AI smarts, Wi-Fi sensing, and Windows Hello are just the start

Lenovo just introduced a new Yoga Mini i PC at CES 2026, equipped with Intel's latest Core Ultra Series 3 chips. It's incredibly small, yet it packs in a ton of nifty features.

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Lenovo makes its first major gaming innovation in years — Rollable OLED ultrawide screen tech is coming to Legion laptops

Lenovo has moved its rollable screen tech from ThinkBook to Legion, and those who wish their laptop had an ultrawide display will certainly want to check this one out.

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Lenovo's new ultralight laptop blew us away — just 975 grams with a gorgeous Yoga aesthetic

Laptops keep getting thinner and lighter, but Lenovo is pushing that notion to the extreme with its new Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition PC just announced at CES 2026.

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Lenovo's new Yoga AIO appears to float on lights — Is this the ultimate Copilot+ PC for creators?

Lenovo just introduced the new Yoga AIO i Aura Edition with a specialized design that I've never seen before. With a 32-inch 4K OLED display and plenty of power, this should be a great choice for creators.

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New SteamOS Legion Go 2 finally solves the biggest gripe with Lenovo's flagship handheld gaming PC — but also removes support for one of my favorite features

Three months after the release of the Windows Legion Go 2, Levovo has announced that its flagship handheld gaming PC is getting a SteamOS variant. It's a premium portable gaming device, that comes with a premium cost.

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Here's why you won't see HP gaming laptops anymore — thankfully, this change makes a whole lot of sense

There are no HP OMEN gaming laptops at CES 2026, but the reason for that is different from what you might think. The HP OMEN line of gaming hardware is now under a new name, but the change makes sense.

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Finally, a handheld gaming PC with some color — MSI reveals the Glacier Blue Edition of the Claw 8 AI+, but good luck finding one

MSI revealed a new Glacier Blue Edition of its Claw 8 AI+ handheld gaming PC. It's super cool looking, especially among a sea of black and white handhelds. The problem will be getting your hands on it.

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5 MORE great ID@Xbox titles — perfect for your holiday Xbox Gift Card

A Game About Digging a Hole, Fort Solis, ROUTINE, Thank Goodness You're Here! and Wylde Flowers draw our attention as standout titles released via ID@Xbox in January 2026.

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CES 2026: Our favorite dual-screen laptop just got even better — NVIDIA RTX GPU for gamers and creators

During CES 2026, ASUS not only announced its refresh for the Zenbook Duo, but also revealed a brand new Zephyrus Duo with an NVIDIA RTX graphics card. Here's how they compare.

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ASUS introduces the Zenbook A16, a newly expanded 16‑inch option that joins the lineup — and it's the fastest Qualcomm laptop ever

At CES 2026, ASUS refreshed the awesome Zenbook A14 — and announced a new, ultra-light 16-inch version powered by Qualcomm's most powerful laptop chips yet.

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You won't see Acer Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs at CES 2026 — I asked why, and this is what a PR representative told me

Acer previously revealed three handheld gaming PCs, but none of them are at CES 2026. Here's what an Acer PR representative told me when I asked about these devices.

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HyperX made a Hit Box-style leverless fight stick with native Xbox compatibility and TMR sensors — it's (obviously) drift-proof and customizable with 3D printers

The upcoming HyperX Clutch Tachi arcade controller features cutting-edge sensors and a detachable faceplate that can be replaced using 3D-printable blueprints.

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This is the world's first 52-inch ultrawide curved 6K monitor — just as epic as it sounds, and not the only new Dell display

Dell has put every other ultimate professional monitor in its rearview mirror with its new UltraSharp 52 with 6K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.

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A hologram AI companion, a haptic gaming chair, “smart” headphones — Razer’s hardware at CES was a little different this year

I met with Razer at CES 2026 to get a sneak peek at all their hardware announcements, and there were a lot of surprises — from holograms to vibrating chairs.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to Hisense Smart TVs in 2026 — for gamers who can't afford an Xbox console after the price hikes?

Microsoft has recently announced that it is partnering with Hisense to bring the Xbox app to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs in 2026, allowing players to stream Xbox titles directly from these devices via Xbox Cloud Gaming.

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More "fake frames" are headed to NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPUs — DLSS 4.5 also updates Super Resolution with stunning effect

At CES 2026, NVIDIA took the wraps off of its new DLSS 4.5 update, featuring a second-gen Transformer Super Resolution model and a new 6x Multi Frame Generation tool. Here's what you need to know.

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HP put a mini PC inside a keyboard, and I love it — a Windows-based approach to the Raspberry Pi 500 with self-repairable parts

HP just unveiled its EliteBoard G1a "Next Gen AI PC" at CES 2026, a Copilot+ PC cleverly disguised as a keyboard with upgradeable RAM and storage, and I'm obsessed.

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Did AMD just make the Ryzen 7 9800X3D obsolete? — A new CPU threatening its supremacy is on the way

AMD's CES 2026 is all about processors, with new desktop and mobile chips on the way. That includes a new Ryzen 7 9850X3D that is a lot like the existing 9800X3D.

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From beastly NVIDIA RTX 50-Series desktop to entry-level gaming laptop — here's what Alienware revealed at CES 2026

Take a look at Alienware's upcoming line of gaming hardware for 2026. This includes new flagship desktop configuration options, new flagship gaming laptops, and even a new entry-level gaming laptop.

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