2025-08-15 09:51
2025-08-15 09:51
2024-07-07 07:01
2024-02-07 19:23
2026-01-17 08:43
2025-12-02 08:32
2025-10-23 15:19
2019-11-27 17:19
2019-11-11 09:02
2019-07-21 13:03
A new pre-release of Open Shell Menu, version 4.4197, has been released which brings compatibility with unthemed taskbars to Windows users who prefer the classic Start menu design. This update addresses an issue where recent Windows updates caused odd-colored taskbars by pulling colors directly from the operating system and textures them correctly.
Several computer and tech companies have recently released new products, including laptops and mini PCs from Geekom and GMKtec. In the gaming category, reviews have been published for Nioh 3 and the Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Mouse, while Corsair's Galleon 100 SD keyboard and Stream Deck combo has also been reviewed. New memory kits from Crucial and Kingston have been tested for their performance, with a focus on DDR5 technology. Additionally, a review of the OWC Envoy Ultra 2TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD has highlighted its high speeds and potential benefits for creators working with large files.
Computers: GeekBook X14 Pro Review: Geekom’s First Featherweight Alloy Laptop, GMKtec Evo X2 AI Mini PC review: Compact Strix Halo Powerhouse, CyberPowerPC Ultra R9959 Gaming System Review
Furniture: FlexiSpot E7 Flow review: Cable management made easy
Gaming: Nioh 3 Review - Rise of the Shogun
Input: Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Mouse Review, Corsair Galleon 100 SD Review: A gaming keyboard and Stream Deck collide; combo is good, but is it necessary?
Memory: Crucial DDR5 Pro OC Memory DDR5-6400 16GB Dual-Channel Memory Kit Review, Kingston Fury Renegade CUDIMM DDR5-8400 48 GB CL40 Review
Storage: OWC Envoy Ultra 2TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD Review - Blistering Speed for Creators
Here's a roundup of today’s reviews and articles: 13 fresh critiques spanning casings, computers, cooling solutions, furniture, headphones, input devices, motherboards, power supplies, and video gear.
The GAMEMAX N80 Midi Tower has received praise for its design, with a wraparound glass panel and breezy interior that showcases hardware while keeping temperatures low. Intel's Arc B390 integrated graphics solution has been praised for its color-accurate OLED displays and top-tier keyboard on the ASUS Zenbook DUO, which remains the top choice for portable multitasking.
In terms of cooling solutions, levelplay's CL 360 HUD liquid CPU cooler offers a unique take on pump housing displays and ARGB lighting. Other notable reviews include the Sharkoon Skiller SGH40W wireless gaming headset and the ASRock X870E Taichi OCF AMD AM5 motherboard, which is optimized for overclocking.
Casing: GAMEMAX N80 Midi Tower Review, be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Review
Computers: Intel Panther Lake Review - The Efficiency King That Can Game
Cooling: levelplay CL 360 HUD Liquid CPU Cooler Review
Furniture: When the Wagner Alumedic outperforms the Embody from Herman - Review and comparison of a long-term user
Headphones: Sharkoon Skiller SGH40W Wireless Gaming Headset Review - Functionally tailored settings for gamers at a fair price
Input: be quiet! Dark Park Ergo Mouse Review
Motherboards: MSI MAG Pro X870E-P Wifi Motherboard review: Designed for productivity, but not a standout, ASRock X870E Taichi OCF AMD AM5 Motherboard Review
Power: Thermaltake Toughpower PT 1200W 80 PLUS Platinum PSU Review, Cougar GR 1000W ATX v3.1 PSU Review, Lian Li RS1200G 80 PLUS Gold ATX 3.1 Power Supply Review
Video: Reolink E1 Zoom Review: 5MP PTZ Indoor Camera With 3x Optical Zoom
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
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)
[ Archive ]