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Windows 11 Introduces Xbox-Focused Mode for PCs in Limited Regions

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Xbox mode is rolling out to all Windows 11 PCs next month — and some gamers are excited, while others are worried | TechRadar

Microsoft has begun rolling out its new Xbox mode for Windows 11 PCs in select markets, aiming to deliver a more console-like gaming experience across desktops, laptops, and tablets. This new interface is designed to feel closer to using an Xbox, making navigation smoother and more intuitive for gamers who prefer controllers over traditional keyboard and mouse setups.

The feature originally appeared as a full-screen Xbox experience on the ROG Xbox Ally handheld devices, and it has now been adapted for broader Windows 11 use. Xbox mode brings together game libraries from services like Xbox Game Pass, Steam, and other platforms, allowing users to access their games from one centralized interface.

First announced in March, the feature was expected to arrive in April and officially started reaching some users on April 30. For now, availability is limited to certain regions, but Microsoft plans to expand access gradually over the coming weeks as part of a phased rollout.

Users who want to try Xbox mode should ensure their system is set to receive the latest updates. This can be done by enabling automatic updates in Windows 11 through the Settings menu under Windows Update and toggling the option to receive updates as soon as they become available.

Windows 11 May Introduce Quick File Sharing Options, Hints Latest Preview Build

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Microsoft is testing a new way to share files in Windows 11, as spotted in the latest preview build. The feature, called “Drag Tray,” allows users to drag files to the top of the screen in File Explorer, where a tray of sharing options appears. This method, similar to file-sharing gestures on smartphones, makes it easier to send files via apps like Outlook, Mail, or Phone Link. Although Microsoft has not officially announced this feature, multiple users have reported its presence in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4805.

The discovery was highlighted by X user Phantomofearth (@phantomofearth), who shared a video demonstrating how the Drag Tray works. According to the user, this functionality simplifies file sharing by integrating quick shortcuts directly into the File Explorer UI. Once a file is dragged to the top of the screen, a tray opens with available sharing options, allowing users to send files seamlessly without navigating through menus. This improvement brings Windows 11’s file-sharing experience closer to what users are accustomed to on Android and iOS.

Interestingly, the Drag Tray feature was not mentioned in Microsoft’s official release notes for the update. However, Phantomofearth revealed that it can be manually enabled using a third-party tool called ViVeTool. By entering the command “/enable /id:45624564,53397005” and rebooting the system, users can activate the feature ahead of its official rollout.

While the Drag Tray is currently experimental, it could be part of Microsoft’s broader effort to refine Windows 11’s usability. If the feature proves successful in testing, it is likely to become a standard addition in future Windows 11 updates, making file sharing more intuitive and efficient.

Nvidia CEO Teases Future Plans for Desktop Chip Developed with MediaTek

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At CES 2025, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang revealed that the company has plans for a new desktop central processor (CPU) co-designed with MediaTek. The CPU was unveiled as part of Nvidia’s “Project DIGITS” desktop, which features Nvidia’s latest “Blackwell” AI chip and is priced at $3,000. While the desktop is currently targeting AI developers and is not yet a mass-market product, the collaboration with MediaTek aims to bring an energy-efficient CPU to a broader market.

Huang emphasized that MediaTek would be able to sell the CPU to other markets, and Nvidia’s collaboration is mutually beneficial. “They could provide that to us, and they could keep that for themselves and serve the market. It was a great win-win,” Huang explained. The CPU is designed to challenge the dominance of Intel, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Qualcomm in the consumer and business computer markets.

Nvidia is currently targeting AI developers with Project DIGITS, which runs a Linux-based operating system designed for AI workloads. Huang also hinted at future plans for the desktop CPU but did not disclose specifics. However, he mentioned Nvidia’s strategy to bridge the gap between the Linux OS commonly used by AI developers and Windows, the widely used consumer OS, through the Windows Subsystem for Linux.

“We’re going to make that a mainstream product,” Huang said, noting that Nvidia would support it with professional-grade software, and PC manufacturers would bring the product to end users.