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2025-10-16

Windows 11 683 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27971 to the Canary Channel, featuring improvements to the Notification Center on secondary monitors. Insiders can now show their calendar and clock with seconds on any screen, and open the Notification Center by clicking the date and time in the taskbar's system tray. The build also fixes several bugs, including issues with File Explorer crashing when moving files to a network drive and problems with playing protected content on ARM64 devices. However, some known issues persist, such as settings crashes and trouble sleeping or shutting down after installing the latest Canary builds.

Reviews 52457 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Here is a roundup of today's reviews and articles, including cases, coolers, displays, gaming systems, power supplies, storage solutions, and more. The Cougar OmnyX case stands out for its unique "Omnidirectional Dynamic Flow System", which maintains equal airflow regardless of orientation. In the display category, reviewers praised Samsung's Odyssey OLED G6 G60SD, Philips' 34B2U6603CH ultrawide monitor, and the Samsung M9 M90SF 32-inch OLED Smart Monitor for their excellent performance and features. Additionally, the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming device received reviews from various sites, highlighting its potential as a Windows gaming handheld but also noting some limitations in terms of compatibility with Xbox games.

Casing: Cougar OmnyX review
Cooling: Valkyrie V240 Lite AIO CPU Cooler Review
Displays: Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SD Review - A Matte Twist, Philips 34B2U6603CH 34in Ultrawide Monitor Review (1440p 120Hz), Samsung M9 M90SF 32-inch OLED Smart Monitor review: A dual-mission monitor for gaming and TV
Gaming: ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review: Excellent But Evolutionary Handheld PC Gaming, ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review - This Is an Xbox?, Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review: Getting a grip on Windows gaming
Power: Corsair HX1200i Shift ATX v3.1 PSU Review
Storage: incPlus LincStation S1 NAS Review - Out-of-the-box with Unraid and finally also 3.5", Toshiba Canvio Flex 2025 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Storage Review

Microsoft 11910 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released PowerToys 0.95, a set of tools designed to enhance the Windows experience and simplify everyday tasks. The update introduces several new features, including Light Switch, which allows users to automatically switch between light and dark themes based on time or location, as well as improved versions of other modules such as Command Palette and Peek. Other updates include fixes for issues with PowerRename and Screen Ruler, additional support for Welsh layouts in Quick Accent, and enhancements to Registry Preview and Settings. The update also improves the infrastructure for developing PowerToys, including updated Windows App SDK dependencies and VS Code development guides.

Microsoft 11910 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released Visual Studio Code 1.105.1 (September 2025 Recovery 1), which includes bug fixes for several problems related to the GitHub Copilot Chat extension. Users no longer need to turn on agent mode to set their default model experiment, and several bugs that were likely causing issues have been identified and fixed by the VS Code Team. The update has successfully validated the chat feature's functionality, facilitating easy communication between users and the code editor.
2025-10-15

Reviews 52457 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Here is a roundup of today's reviews of various computer-related products. The NVIDIA DGX Spark, a powerful AI development system, has been reviewed by ServeTheHome and HotHardware, who praised its capabilities and features. Other products reviewed include the Dell 16 Premium laptop by Tom's Hardware, which had a stylish design but compromised usability due to short battery life, and the Corsair HX1500i Shift PSU by KitGuru, which achieved Cybenetics Platinum certification. In other categories, reviews were published on graphics cards, memory kits, mobile devices, printers, and webcams.

Computers: NVIDIA DGX Spark Review The GB10 Machine is so Freaking Cool, NVIDIA DGX Spark Review: A GB10-Infused Mini AI Development Powerhouse, Dell 16 Premium review: High style, low stamina
Cooling: Sama L70 Closed-Loop CPU Cooler Review
Graphics Cards: Gigabyte Radeon RX 9070 Gaming OC 16G Graphics Card Review
Memory: OLOY Blade Performance RGB DDR5-6000 32 GB CL30 Review
Mobile: ZTE nubia REDMAGIC 10S Pro review: The ultimate gaming beast of 2025
Power: Corsair HX1000i Shift ATX v3.1 PSU Review, Corsair HX1500i Shift (2025) PSU Review
Printers: Bambu Lab P2S review: Refreshing a best seller
Video: Elgato Facecam 4K Webcam Review

Microsoft 11910 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released .NET 10 Release Candidate 2, which comes with go-live support, allowing developers to use it for production applications before its official launch. The main goals of this release candidate are to improve quality and stability, and it includes various new features such as microphone permissions, improved XAML source generation, and compatibility with Android API 36.1. Microsoft's partnership with the Uno Platform team has enabled .NET for Android to work seamlessly with Google's newest platform updates, including support for Android 16 and API 36.1. The release candidate focuses on quality improvements rather than adding new features in certain areas, such as Entity Framework Core and Libraries, and developers are encouraged to download it and test the final bits before the framework is made widely available.
2025-10-14

Security 10895 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

The October 2025 security update includes 175 Microsoft CVEs, including the agere Windows Modem Driver, Microsoft PowerShell, Windows Failover Cluster, Azure Connected Machine Agent, Microsoft Brokering File System, Virtual Secure Mode, Microsoft Graphics Component, Windows Kernel, Windows Device Association Broker service, Windows Digital Media, Windows Hello, Windows Digital Media, Microsoft Exchange Server, Visual Studio,.NET,.NET Framework, Visual Studio, Azure Monitor, Windows Storage Management Provider, Windows BitLocker, Windows PrintWorkflowUserSvc, and Windows BitLocker. 

Drivers 2985 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

NVIDIA has released a new GeForce Game Ready Driver 581.57 for Windows 10 and Windows 11, aiming to improve gaming experiences for popular games supporting DLSS 4 technology. This update is particularly optimized for upcoming game ARC Raiders and will also enhance gameplay in other titles such as Pax Dei, The Outer Worlds 2, and Vampire: The Masquerade—Bloodlines 2. The new driver addresses various issues, including Steam overlay crashes, random visual glitches in games like Hell is Us and Black Myth: Wukong, and display problems with certain games. Additionally, it fixes general issues such as a black screen on Alienware AW2524H monitors and DxO PhotoLab 9 crashing when using AI masks.

Windows 10 994 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

As of today (October 14, 2025), Microsoft has ended support for Windows 10, urging users to upgrade to Windows 11 or alternative options for a secure Windows operating system. Users can either upgrade their current PC to Windows 11, buy a new device with Windows 11 installed, or sign up for the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for continued security updates and support. Those who choose not to upgrade should be aware that their devices will become more vulnerable to cyber threats without important security updates.

Reviews 52457 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Here is a roundup of today's reviews and articles across various categories, including casing, cooling systems, motherboards, and power supplies. The XPG Valor Air Pro mid-tower case has received praise for its value, performance, and included ARGB fans. In terms of cooling, the be quiet! Pure Loop 3 LX 360mm AIO and Montech HyperFlow Digital 360 AIO CPU coolers have been reviewed, with a focus on their performance, noise output, and features. Additionally, several motherboard reviews were published, including the Gigabyte B850 Aorus Elite Wi-Fi7 and Asus ROG Strix B850-I Gaming WiFi Motherboard, as well as a power supply review of the Antec GSK Gold V2 850W.

Casing: XPG Valor Air Pro Mid-Tower Chassis Review
Cooling: be quiet! Pure Loop 3 LX 360mm AIO Review, Montech HyperFlow Digital 360 AIO CPU Cooler Review
Motherboards: Gigabyte B850 Aorus Elite Wi-Fi7 Review, Asus ROG Strix B850-I Gaming WiFi Motherboard review: Dual PCIe 5.0 M.2 meets B850 Mini-ITX
Power: Antec GSK Gold V2 850W Power Supply Review

Microsoft 11910 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released new versions of the Windows Terminal app, v1.23.12811.0 and preview release v1.24.2812.0, which aim to provide a smooth and unified experience for users. The updated terminal features improvements in performance, stability, and reliability, including bug fixes that prevent it from crashing when closing multiple windows at the same time. The stable version 1.23 is now declared ready for widespread use, while the preview release offers additional features and improvements that will benefit power users.

Microsoft 11910 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released a beta version of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) 2.6.2, allowing users to test its new features. The updated version includes improved instructions for WSL development with GitHub Copilot and an updated wslg module that uses the wslinfo --vm-id command instead of environment variables. The release also fixes several bugs, including unbound local errors in create-release.py, and improves the debug shell and logging system. Overall, the new WSL 2.6.2 pre-release is designed to make developers more productive and provide a better overall experience.
2025-10-13

Software 43766 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Belim has released an updated version of Flyoobe, a tool that allows you to install Windows 25H2 on unsupported hardware, with several new features to make the installation process easier and faster. The latest release includes improvements to the OOBE (Out-of-Box Experience) installer, allowing users to search for and install app packages directly from Winget manifests. Additionally, a better backend and UI have overhauled Flyoobe's Apps page, facilitating easier navigation, faster app removal, and smarter batch operations. The update also includes a new log and activity manager and the removal of the "Issues" section from the Experience OOBE page.

Reviews 52457 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Here is a roundup of the latest reviews, including Lenovo's Legion Tower 7i Gen 10 desktop PC, which features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. The ThinkComputers website has also reviewed the Endorfy Fortis 5 Black ARGB CPU cooler, a single-tower air cooler with six heatpipes and up to 220W thermal load handling. In the display category, MSI's MPG 271QR X50 QD-OLED gaming monitor was reviewed by Wccftech, which praised its 27" QHD resolution, 500 Hz refresh rate, and built-in OLED Care 3.0 technology. Additionally, various websites have published reviews of gaming headsets (Astro A20X), controllers (Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller), keyboards (Corsair Vanguard Pro 96), speakers (SteelSeries Arena 7 Illuminated 2.1 Gaming Speakers), and other devices.

Computers: Lenovo Legion Tower 7i (Gen 10) Desktop PC Review
Cooling: Endorfy Fortis 5 Black ARGB CPU Cooler Review
Displays: MSI MPG 271QR X50 QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Review: 500Hz & 80 Gbps Support With Built-In NPU Powered OLED Care 3.0
Headphones:  The Astro A20X is a great gaming headset, but with caveats
Input: Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller Review, Corsair Vanguard Pro 96 review: A 96-percent magnetic switch keyboard with a semi-customizable LCD screen, Corsair Vanguard Pro 96 Review – One of the Most Premium Keyboards I’ve Ever Tested
Printers: Flashforge AD5X review: An affordable option for fast color 3D printing
Speakers: SteelSeries Arena 7 Illuminated 2.1 Gaming Speakers Review
Other: Tron: Legacy (2010) 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review, Secretlab Titan Evo NanoGen Review: The Next Generation

2025-10-11

Software 43766 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Fort Firewall 3.19.9 has been released, offering advanced features for Windows 7 and later operating systems. The tool provides flexibility by allowing users to apply rules to multiple related applications at once using wildcards and parent process-based rules. Fort Firewall also includes features such as filtering based on SvcHost.exe service names, speed-limiting application groups, and a built-in blocklist system called "Zones" for blocking known bad sources. The latest update adds improved user interface features, including the ability to turn off command line management and better parsing of rules with multiple applications separated by a vertical bar.

Windows Server 2025 18 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released a new preview version of Windows Server with both Desktop Experience and Server Core installation options for Datacenter and Standard editions. This new build is available for testing on virtual machines and can be downloaded from Microsoft's official website. However, users may experience performance issues when using SMBDirect for live migration of cluster nodes due to network traffic limitations. Users participating in the Windows Server Flighting program will receive the update automatically later today.

Reviews 52457 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Here is a roundup of today's reviews and articles. A review of the Cooler Master MasterFrame 600 mid-tower case found it to be a decent option with some room for improvement. The ALLIWAVA H90Pro laptop was praised for its affordable price and performance, delivering smooth productivity and casual gaming. A review of the XPG Mars 980 Blade 2TB SSD found that, despite its similar specifications to other flagship PCIe 5.0-based NVMe SSDs, it performed differently in testing. Additionally, reviews were conducted on various products such as the RAWM SH01 Pro wireless mouse, Little Nightmares III game, Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB SSD, and Reolink TrackMix WiFi Dual-Lens PTZ Security Camera.

Casing: Cooler Master MasterFrame 600 Mid-Tower Chassis Review
Computers: ALLIWAVA H90Pro Review
Input: RAWM SH01 Pro Review
Gaming: Little Nightmares III Review – Fresh Storyteller, Stale Scares
Storage: XPG Mars 980 Blade 2TB Review, Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB SSD Review
Video: Reolink TrackMix WiFi Dual-Lens PTZ Security Camera review

Windows 11 683 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released the Windows Insider Preview Build 26220.6780 in the Dev Channel, featuring several new improvements to enhance the user experience. Key changes include an updated agent in Settings with a "Recommended Settings" section, improved search functionality that suggests settings and actions, and enhanced Drag Tray capabilities for sharing multiple files at once. Additionally, features such as Administrator Protection in Windows Security and a new OneDrive icon have been reinstated, while behind-the-scenes improvements address issues like slow Run dialog performance and various bugs. 

Windows 11 683 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6780 to Beta Channel users, bringing several new features and improvements. The most notable updates include a new Settings agent for Copilot+ PCs that suggests actions based on recent settings changes and an improved search function in the Settings homepage with more results and helpful dialog boxes. Additionally, the Drag Tray feature has been enhanced to support sharing multiple files and shows relevant apps, while visual cues have been added to the Click to Do feature to encourage users to act more effectively. The update also includes several bug fixes and known issue resolutions, aiming to make Windows 11 easier to use and resolve important bugs.

Drivers 2985 Published by Philipp Esselbach 0

AMD has released a preview driver for Battlefield 6, specifically designed to enhance game performance on Radeon graphics cards. The AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 25.10.1 Battlefield 6 Preview Driver is available for download on Windows 10 and 11, supporting various high-end and lower-end Radeon series, including mobility products. Users should be cautious when installing the driver, as it lacks WHQL certification, which may affect stability. The preview driver supports AMD Ryzen, Athlon, and other processors but is incompatible with handheld gaming devices or OEM drivers for laptops and all-in-ones.

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