A kickstand with built-in microSD card storage slots is also very nifty.
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TheROG Ally,and now the newerROG Ally X, have become my go-to gaming devices since they launched.
The ROG Ally X Killswitch fits perfectly around the back buttons and vents while providing a kickstand.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
While they are very impressivegaming handhelds, neither one is perfect.
With any luck, its flaws will hopefully be improved upon with the upcomingROG Ally 2.
Enter the dBrand ROG Ally Killswitch.
The dBrand Killswitch kickstand holds the ROG Ally upright.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
Here’s why you should definitely consider getting one for yourself.
Disclaimer:This review was made possible thanks to a review unit provided by dBrand.
The company did not see the contents of this review before publishing.
The ROG Ally X Killswitch offers perfectly aligned openings to give access to this newer handheld’s buttons, vents, and ports.
Meanwhile, the ROG Ally X’s Essential Kit is $67.90 while the Travel Kit is $92.90.
All versions can only be purchased at the dBrand website.
You’ll just have to double-check to confirm.
Just remember that you better purchase the case that matches your handheld.
The ROG Ally X is thicker than the original Ally, and it has different buttons and port placement.
It helps make the handheld easier to hold while also providing a helpful kicktsand.
But how is the gaming experience once installed?
I personally love the feel of the Killswitch rubber.
No, I’m not a masochist.
Plus, I honestly think my fingers get a little exfoliated after each play session without ever getting sore.
I know that the system will continue to breath while this case is in place.
Thankfully, the Killswitch fixes this problem.
The Killswitch Travel Cover protects the ROG Ally’s screen, buttons, and joysticks.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
I’ve used it to prop up my handhelds when I want to play with anXbox Controller.
I’ve used the kickstand when watching YouTube videos during lunch.
The rubber casing makes it so these devices don’t slip.
Simply put the Travel Cover over the ROG Ally and snap it into place.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
I doubt it will break under normal use cases, though.
So, if you want to travel around with more game data, the kickstand facilitates this.
Meanwhile, the Travel Cover doesn’t take much work to use.
A removable Travel Cover can be placed over the ROG Ally for more protection in transit.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
It slides on and off of my handhelds to prevent pressure from being applied to the screen.
It also provides a protective pocket over the joysticks and buttons so they don’t get smashed in transit.
This bundle sells for$79.99 at JSAUX.
The kickstand is made of a sturdy plastic compared to the Killswitch’s rubber casing.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
So if you wanted to get both the Killswitch and Syntech case this could be an option.
It fits the ROG Ally easily in its soft, padded walls.
What’s more, there are multiple pockets and storage areas to fit mybest ROG Ally accessories.
The kickstand snaps into place thanks to plastic clasps on the backside.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
you might purchase this over-the-shoulder bag for$49.99 at Amazon.
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Since releasing the original Killswitch, dBrand has also created a specific version for the newer ROG Ally X.
The black stick grips look good and are very easy to install.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
The stick grips gave me more control over the joysticks.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
The Killswitch fits very snuggly over the ROG Ally, but with room for triggers.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
Even with the Travel Cover installed, I can still access the USB-C port.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
There are openings for all of the necessary buttons, vents, and ports.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
Two microSD card slots are found in the Killswitch kickstand.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
In order to install the ROG Ally Killswitch, you need to place the gaming handheld into the casing and then use the yellow tabs to pull the rubber snuggly over the device.
The Syntech ASUS ROG Ally Hard Carrying Case is a fantastic alternative.
The M1 and M2 buttons easily fit through the Killswitch’s openings.
