Several PC case reviews have been published, including Tom's Hardware's review of the RayNeo Air 3s Pro AR glasses, which noted an improvement in usability with increased maximum brightness. Reviews of various computer cases, such as the SAMA V60 and Fractal Pop 2 Air, highlight their design and thermal performance features. In other tech news, a new SSD from Lexar was reviewed, while gaming phone reviews include a look at the RedMagic 11 Pro's liquid-cooled Snapdragon chip. Additionally, Noctua has released an updated version of its NH-D15 air cooler with a sleek black aesthetic.

Augmented Reality: RayNeo Air 3s Pro AR glasses review: A meaningful usability upgrade for already stellar glasses
Casing: SAMA V60 Review, Fractal Pop 2 Air PC Case Review, HYTE X50 PC Case Review
Cooling: Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.black Review
Gaming: Stay Cool and Praise the Almighty - Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Review
Memory: Lexar Play SE 4TB SSD Review: The oddball of the bunch, ANACOMDA G5 Python 2x32GB DDR-6000 Memory Kit Review
Mobile: RedMagic 11 Pro Review: Liquid-Cooled Android Phone For Serious Gamers

The latest pre-release version of Windows Package Manager (winget) v1.12.470 offers various improvements and fixes, including font handling and a WinUI 3 makeover for the App Installer that should resolve "missing runtime" issues on older Windows builds. The MCP server wizard has been introduced to simplify managing sources, setting policies, and tweaking authentication, reducing manual editing of configuration files. This release also resolves several bugs, such as preventing the removal of PATH entries when dev mode is disabled and fixing progress bars in the App Installer. Additionally, winget now supports font installation, uninstallation, and searching, with experimental features available for auditing installed fonts.

Notepad++ users who ran older versions or had auto-updates turned on may have been affected by a state-sponsored hacking incident in June-December 2025, which compromised the updater by redirecting requests to malicious mirrors serving unsigned installers. To identify if your installation was hit, look for unusual update dialog pop-ups with mismatched version numbers and larger installer sizes than usual. Immediate actions include downloading Notepad++ 8.9.1 from the official site, verifying its signature using the Digital Signatures tab, disabling auto-updates, and running the installer as Administrator to enforce TLS certificate validation. Additionally, if you're using a shared hosting environment, change your FTP/SFTP, SSH, and MySQL passwords immediately due to potential credential theft during the hack.

Here is a roundup of the latest reviews: Wccftech reports that the $899 DXRacer Martian Pro offers an 8‑point massage system, heating and cooling, and solid construction for gamers seeking luxury. EnosTech praises Thermaltake’s TOUGHPOWER PT 1200W PSU as a compact powerhouse that keeps up under load and even comes with a decade‑long warranty. Tom's Hardware calls the Biwin Black Opal NV7400 2TB Gen 4 SSD a competent budget drive that delivers reliable performance for everyday use. TweakTown’s review of OpenClaw shows how an LLM‑based agent can actually perform tasks on local hardware and even on burner phones, proving its real‑world utility.

Gaming: DXRacer Martian Pro Review: Ultimate $899 Luxury Gaming Chair
Power: Thermaltake TOUGHPOWER PT 1200W Power Supply Review - Smaller and Mightier
Storage: Biwin Black Opal NV7400 2TB SSD Review: Another Arrow in Biwin’s Quiver
Other: OpenClaw: The AI Agent That Actually Does Stuff (A Reflection)

UniGetUI version 3.3.7 has been released, focusing on improving its user interface and stability after some beta testing with .NET 8 and AppSdk 1.7. New features include automatic updates for specific software components, better handling of unfamiliar package versions, and improved detection of the NPM dependency manager. Under the hood, several fixes have been made to address issues such as stuck update checks, failed version upgrades, and crashes during certain update sequences. Additionally, aesthetic upgrades include proper dark mode support and refreshed installer iconography, making the interface more modern and user-friendly.

A roundup of today's reviews covers various tech products, including laptops, monitors, headphones, input devices, memory, networking equipment, and storage solutions. Reviews include the Geekom Geekbook X14 Pro laptop with impressive specs, Acer's Predator X34 OLED gaming monitor offering solid value for ultra-wide displays, and AOC's AG276QSG2 monitor supporting G-Sync Pulsar technology. Other reviews examine input devices like ASUS's Harpe II Ace mouse and KLEVV's CRAS V RGB DDR5 memory kit, as well as networking equipment such as MSI's Roamii BE Pro mesh WiFi 7 system. Additionally, storage solutions are reviewed, including SilverStone's MS12-40G SSD enclosure that can repurpose an unused M.2 NVMe SSD into a portable one with active cooling.

Computers: Geekom Geekbook X14 Pro Review: Core Ultra 9, OLED 120Hz, 2TB SSD
Displays: Acer Predator X34 OLED 34-inch WQHD 240 Hz gaming monitor review: Ultra-wide and ultra-fast, AOC AG276QSG2 Review (1440p/360Hz G-Sync Pulsar)
Headphones: Audeze Maxwell 2 Review: Maxwell 1.5?
Input: ASUS ROG Harpe II Ace Review
Memory: KLEVV CRAS V RGB DDR5-9200 CUDIMM 48GB Dual-Channel Memory Kit Review
Networking: MSI Roamii BE Pro Mesh WiFi 7 System Review
Storage: SilverStone MS12-40G SSD Enclosure Review

Microsoft has announced its January 2026 update for the Azure SDK, which brings new AI features and expands services available to developers. The update includes a major step forward in supporting Foundry Agents Service through AI Foundry 1.2.0-beta.1 for .NET, offering improved evaluation, insights, and scheduling options, among other tools. Additionally, Azure AI Search has been updated with version 11.8.0-beta.1 for .NET, incorporating new features such as facet aggregations, expanded knowledge source options, and integration with Azure OpenAI models like GPT-5. However, the update also includes some breaking changes, including a name change from Knowledge Agent to Knowledge Base.

A fresh NVIDIA GeForce Security Update Driver 582.28 lands for Maxwell, Volta and Pascal cards that have been abandoned by Game Ready releases. It doesn’t add any bells‑and‑whistles – just patches several kernel‑level vulnerabilities that could let malware run under your graphics stack. The article shows why the patch matters on a still‑working GTX 970 or 1080 Ti, walks you through downloading via GeForce Experience or directly from NVIDIA, and explains why a clean install is worth the extra clicks. Grab the 897 MB installer, run it as admin, and your legacy rig will be a little harder to compromise.

Today's reviews cover various computer components, including cases and power supplies. The InWin Shift Open-Framed Chassis is a premium option for modders, while the Antec P30 AIR PC Case offers budget-friendly performance as a mid-tower chassis. Reviews also looked at the REDMAGIC 11 Air mobile device, ASRock B850 LiveMixer Wi-Fi motherboard, and Cudy BE6500 2.5G Dual Band WiFi 7 Router, highlighting their features and performance. Additionally, reviews of power supplies from SilverStone, be quiet!, and Cooler Master were published, with some praised for their balance and stability while others were criticized for outdated designs or minimal features.

Casing: InWin Shift Open-Framed Chassis Review, Antec P30 AIR PC Case Review - Budget Friendly Mid-Tower Goodness
Mobile: REDMAGIC 11 Air review: flagship game-ready performance and quality for half the cost
Motherboards: ASRock B850 LiveMixer Wi-Fi Review
Networking: Cudy BE6500 2.5G Dual Band WiFi 7 Router Review. A great little powerful router, suitable for home or office.
Power: SilverStone Extreme 650Rz Gold 650W Report, be quiet! Pure Zone 2 1200W ATX 3.1 Power Supply Unit Review, Cooler Master Elite NEX W600 power supply review: Affordable, but with outdated design
Storage: OWC Express 1M2 SSD Enclosure Review - Fast and Fanless, TeamGroup NV5000 2TB SSD Review: A Blast from the Past