Daily Tech News Show Xbox Handhelds are Here, But Should You Pay? - DTNS 5113
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Xbox Handhelds Aim At PC-Game Portability
- Microsoft and Asus shipped two Xbox-branded handhelds with Windows optimized for console-style play and a handheld-compatibility program.
- The devices aim to play PC versions of games and signal Microsoft expects more handheld models in future.
Weigh Game Pass And Controller Value
- If you value Game Pass and included controller quality, consider the Ally as a Steam Deck alternative despite higher price.
- Factor in long-term updates and your existing game library when deciding whether the cost is justified.
Handhelds As Personal Travel Companions
- Jenn compares the Ally to her impulse purchase of a Switch 2 and frames handhelds as personal companions you keep close.
- She says portability, updates, and Game Pass integration make the higher price feel acceptable to committed users.