Microsoft Updates ROG Xbox Ally Docked Play with Auto SR

Microsoft has released a major software update for the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming devices, focusing on enhancements to docked play and the introduction of Automatic Super Resolution technology for Xbox Insiders.

The update transforms the docked experience to mimic traditional consoles more closely. When users dock the devices to a TV or monitor, the gameplay automatically shifts to the external display, powering off the handheld screen to optimize performance, similar to the Nintendo Switch. This allows better utilization of the TV's capabilities, including automatic adjustments for resolution, refresh rate and HDR output. A new Display Widget in the in-game Game Bar enables quick tweaks to these settings without exiting the game.

Compatible smart TVs from Samsung, LG and Vizio now auto-activate gaming features such as Auto Low Latency Mode, Samsung's Auto Game Mode and Vizio's Game PC Mode upon docking. Pairing an Xbox or Designed for Xbox controller while docked disables the handheld's built-in controls, prioritizing the external gamepad for a streamlined setup. ASUS docks like the ROG Bulwark Dock and ROG 100W Charger Dock support HDR10 output,...