Several reviews have been published today, covering various PC components and systems. The NZXT H2 Flow Mini Tower case has received positive reviews from IgorsLAB and eTeknix, with praise for its improved airflow and design. In other news, Tom's Hardware has reviewed the Dell XPS 14 (2026), calling it a step forward in terms of functionality, while The Guru of 3D has looked at the GEEKOM A7 MAX Mini PC, which packs impressive performance into a small package. Reviews have also been published for gaming titles like Styx: Blades of Greed and peripheral devices such as the G-Wolves VUK mouse.

Casing: NZXT H2 Flow Mini Tower Review - Small, but more airy than expected!, NZXT H2 Flow 2026 Edition Mini-ITX PC Case Review, NZXT H2 Flow Review
Computers: Dell XPS 14 (2026) review: Two steps forward, Geekom A7 MAX Mini PC with Ryzen 9 7940HS
Gaming: Styx: Blades of Greed Review - A Sandbox Goblin Adventure
Input: G-Wolves VUK Review
Power: NZXT C850 SFX Gold ATX 3.1 Power Supply Review
Storage: ADATA XPG Mars 980 Blade Gen5 Solid State Drive Review

The latest Windows 11 Release Preview brings a handful of tweaks and changes that most users will notice, along with some deeper features that only tech-savvy individuals will appreciate. New emojis have been added to the panel, including one per major category, which gives chat windows a bit more personality without overdoing it. Other notable updates include First-sign-in restore for organizations, Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) being enabled by default on Pro versions, and Taskbar network speed test, among others. Minor UI polish and performance tweaks have also been made to improve search, storage dialogs, file scanning, and printer responsiveness in Windows 11.

Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7859 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel with several tweaks that most users won't notice unless they've enabled insider builds on their system. The new build includes improvements such as updated account settings for Microsoft 365 Family subscribers, a fix for taskbar icon glitches, and a solution to the file explorer jump bug. Nearby sharing has also been upgraded to handle large files more reliably over slower Wi-Fi networks, eliminating stalls and timeouts. Additionally, Bluetooth wheel settings are now more stable, preventing drivers from resetting scroll wheels to default speeds after updates.

Today saw a variety of tech reviews across various categories, including casing and peripherals. The NZXT H2 Flow Mini Tower received praise for its airy design despite being compact, while Corsair's AI Workstation 300 was noted for its classy but pricey package. In display news, Tom's Hardware reviewed the BenQ Mobiuz EX271UZ gaming monitor with impressive specs like 4K OLED and 240 Hz refresh rate. Other notable reviews include high-capacity memory from Patriot, a portable SSD from Orico, and a large-scale dual laser cutter from LaserPecker.

Casing: NZXT H2 Flow Mini Tower Review - Small, but more airy than expected!
Computers: Corsair AI Workstation 300 review: Strix Halo sets sail in a compact and classy (but pricey) package
Displays: BenQ Mobiuz EX271UZ 27-inch 240 Hz 4K OLED gaming monitor review: BenQ shines with its first gaming OLED monitor
Input: Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL 8K Gaming Keyboard Review - One for the Serious Gamers
Memory: Patriot Viper Elite 5 Ultra RGB DDR5-6000 96 GB CL28 Review
Motherboards: MSI MAG B850 GAMING PLUS MAX WiFi Motherboard Review, MSI B850 Tomahawk MAX WIFI II Motherboard Review - Upgraded Features, Similar Sub-$250 Price
Storage: ORICO K20 Mini Portable SSD Review: Tiny, Tough & MagSafe Ready
Other: LaserPecker LX2 review: Large scale dual laser cutter

NanaZip 6.0 has been released to the public after a brief wait, bringing with it several useful changes and fixes for issues that plagued previous versions. The official build is available on GitHub or through WinGet, but users will have to wait until February 18, 2026, for the Microsoft Store version to be verified and supported. The portable package has been released in both Modern and Classic flavors, but it's limited due to the absence of the NanaZip File Manager, which is still under development. While the portable build is suitable for basic archiving tasks and debugging purposes, several features are disabled and won't receive fixes until the next development milestone.

The latest reviews and articles cover a range of tech products, from gaming accessories like the GameSir G8+ MFi mobile controller to gaming chairs such as the DXRacer Martian Pro Red Triangle. Headphones are also featured, including an on-budget option from OneOdio, while keyboard enthusiasts can check out the Epomaker RT82 Review, which tests a 75% keyboard with creamy switches. For network and power enthusiasts, reviews of the Netgear Nighthawk M7 mobile hotspot and ASRock Steel Legend SL-1000P PSU are available, along with a review of the Eaton 5E 1600 Gen2 Line Interactive UPS for protecting against unstable power. These products offer a mix of innovative features, high performance, and affordability, making them worth considering for tech enthusiasts looking to upgrade their gear.

Gaming: GameSir G8+ MFi review: a nearly perfect mobile controller, DXRacer Martian Pro Red Triangle review: Built for the fans
Headphones: OneOdio Focus A1 Pro review: on budget, on-ear headphones
Input: Epomaker RT82 Review
Networking: Netgear Nighthawk M7 5G Wi-Fi 7 mobile hotspot review – Global eSIM marketplace is a game-changer
Power: ASRock Steel Legend SL-1000P ATX v3.1 PSU Review, Eaton 5E 1600 Gen2 Line Interactive UPS Review

Today's roundup includes a variety of tech product reviews, starting with the SilverStone FLP02 case that brings back vintage vibes with its beige appearance. In terms of gaming peripherals, the Simagic GT Neo steering wheel stands out as an affordable option for budget GT3 racing fans. Meanwhile, several high-end motherboards were reviewed, including MSI's MPG X870E Carbon MAX WIFI and Asus' ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero. Additionally, reviews of power supplies and storage devices were also featured, including the FSP Mega GM 1200W PSU and LaCie Rugged SSD4 portable SSD.

Casing: SilverStone FLP02 Review
Gaming: Simagic GT Neo Steering Wheel Review
Motherboards: MSI MPG X870E Carbon MAX WIFI Motherboard Review - Maxing Out Carbon For AM5 Builders, Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero Motherboard Review
Power: FSP Mega GM 1200W PSU Review
Storage: LaCie Rugged SSD4 2 TB Portable SSD Review - Iconic Design, Now Fast, WD Green SN3000 1TB SSD Review: A diamond in the rough

Microsoft has released a new preview build, Windows Server vNext Preview Build 29531, to its server preview program insiders. This latest drop introduces ReFS (Resilient File System) boot support, allowing for faster integrity checks and better protection against data corruption at startup. However, enabling this feature requires a mandatory 2 GB WinRE partition, which can cause issues if it runs out of space. If the recovery slice is deleted to free up space, it may render the machine unbootable unless reinstalled from scratch.

Today's reviews cover various hardware components, including cases, cooling systems, displays, graphics cards, input devices, power supplies, and storage solutions. The Sama V62 White ATX case was reviewed by PC Inquisitor, while Arctic's MX-7 thermal paste was compared to its predecessors in an OCInside.de review. Several reviews of the MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z were published, highlighting its high performance, cooling capabilities, and power consumption, which reaches up to 1000 W. Additionally, other products such as the COUGAR Revenger Pro gaming mouse, ASRock's Steel Legend SL-850P PSU, and Micron's 3610 SSD were reviewed in articles from various websites.

Casing: Sama V62 White ATX Case Review
Cooling: Arctic MX-4 vs MX-6 vs MX-7 Thermal Paste Review
Displays: Asus ROG Strix XG27JCG 27-inch 5K gaming monitor review: Performance that raises the bar
Graphics Cards: MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z review: RTX 5090 Ti, anyone?, MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z review – Lightning-fast and thirsty unicorn in battle against NVIDIA's clock speed barriers, MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z Review - Up to 1000 W, MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z 32 GB GPU Review: The Beast Unleashed, MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Lightning Z review
Input: COUGAR Revenger Pro 4K Gaming Mouse Review
Power: ASRock Steel Legend SL-850P 850W PSU Review
Storage: Micron 3610 2TB SSD Review - DRAMless QLC at 11,000 MB/s, PNY Duo Link V3 flash drive review: Type-A and Type-C to maximize compatibility

Microsoft has released the latest Windows 11 Canary Build, 28020.1611, to Windows Insiders, which brings several improvements and fixes, including native Sysmon event logging without the need for a separate download or configuration file. The built-in Sysmon feature allows security tools to pull rich process-creation data from the standard event log, streamlining security logging and eliminating the need to hunt down a third-party binary. Additionally, the build includes a minor overhaul of the Share pane for OneDrive links, which adds icons under the "Share using" label to represent apps registered for handling URLs, reducing the number of clicks required to share files. The build also fixes the infamous watermark bug that displayed an incorrect build number, now matching the system's actual report.