Various reviews have been published today, covering different categories such as computer hardware and gaming peripherals. The be quiet! Light Base 500 LX has been reviewed by multiple sources, with it being praised for its compact design, high-efficiency airflow, and lighting-rich features. Other notable reviews include a performance benchmark review of Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 on various GPUs and tests of the Corsair VOID v2 MAX WIRELESS Gaming Headset and Crucial PRO OC DDR5-6400 memory. Additionally, reviews have been published for various other products, including motherboards, power supplies, and a bird feeder with accessories from Bird Buddy.

Casing: be quiet! Light Base 500 LX White Review, be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Midi Tower Review
Cooling: CPS PCCOOLER F7 X120 ARGB Fan Review
Gaming: Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 Performance Benchmark Review - 30+ GPUs Tested
Headphones: Corsair VOID v2 MAX WIRELESS Gaming Headset Review
Memory: Crucial PRO OC 32 GB DDR5-6400 CL32 Memory Review - AMD & Intel Gaming PC Ready, Klevv CRAS C925G 2TB SSD Review
Motherboards: Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme Motherboard review: Flagship value, with minimal sacrifices
Power: MSI MAG A850GLS PCIE5 power supply review
Other: Bird Buddy's Hummingbird Feeder and Accessories Put Nature at Your Fingertips

Windows 11 Build 22631.6132 (KB5067112) has been released for Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. This update addresses several issues, including a problem with the touch keyboard that sometimes fails to enter characters into text fields after waking from sleep and an issue with external virtual switches losing their network card connections during host restarts. The update also introduces the Personalized Offers feature, which is now enabled during device setup in the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) and can be accessed through Settings. Additionally, a resolution for disk communication issues has been included to enhance the reliability and performance of storage systems.

A hotfix update has been released for AtlasOS 0.5.0, addressing several key issues and enhancing the system's overall performance. This update includes significant optimizations to Reticulating Splines & Action, resolving a long-standing issue with upgrade times, as well as fixes for problems related to ISO injection, 7-Zip and NanaZip redownloading, and EFI drive letter removal. Additionally, hardcoded paths have been removed to provide users with more flexibility in customizing their directory settings, and ignore flags have been added to DISM and w32tm to prevent system operation errors.

Several PC case reviews were published, including the Hyte X50, Corsair Air 5400, be quiet Light Base 500 LX, and ARCTIC Xtender VG White. In computer hardware, Lenovo's Yoga 9i Aura 2-in-1 laptop was reviewed for its performance and user experience, alongside an Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, M5) review highlighting the device's improved performance. Reviews of gaming monitors included the Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDPG 27-inch 500 Hz OLED monitor, while graphics card reviews featured the PNY RTX 5060 Ti 16GB OC. Other reviews covered keyboards, memory, motherboards, networking devices, and storage solutions such as the Crucial Pro OC DDR5-6400 memory kit and the TerraMaster F4-425 Plus NAS device.

Casing: Hyte X50 Case Review: rounded, colorful style meets excellent build quality, Corsair Air 5400 Case Review, be quiet Light Base 500 LX review, ARCTIC Xtender VG White Case Review: One Case to Rule them All!
Computers: Lenovo Yoga 9i Aura Review: 2-In-1 OLED Beauty With All-Day Power, Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, M5) review: Raising the performance bar with M5
Displays: Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDPG 27-inch 500 Hz OLED gaming monitor review: Amazing speed and glorious color
Gaming: Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro Wheel Review
Graphics Cards: PNY RTX 5060 Ti 16GB OC Graphics Card Review
Input: Keychron K8 HE Wireless Special Edition Keyboard Review
Memory: Crucial Pro OC DDR5-6400 32 GB CL32 Review, Crucial Pro Overclocking DDR5-6400 C32 2x16GB Review: Performance Through Optimization, Crucial DDR5 Pro OC 6400 CL32 Gaming DRAM Review
Motherboards: Gigabyte X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE Motherboard Review
Networking: GL.iNet GL-BE3600 Slate 7 Mini WiFi 7 Router Review, Asustor Nimbustor 4 Gen2 AS5404T Review
Storage: TerraMaster F4-425 Plus review: a modern NAS for tech enthusiasts and small offices

Microsoft has released Windows 11 build updates (26100.7015 and 26200.7015) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, which includes improvements for both gradual and normal rollout. The updates introduce several new features, including a redesigned Start menu with improved accessibility options and Phone Link integration, as well as enhancements to voice access, settings, and File Explorer. Other notable improvements include the addition of colored icons on the taskbar, simplified overlays, and an option to turn on battery percentage display, as well as fixes for various issues related to apps, browsers, and Windows Update. Additionally, Microsoft has added several new features, including Click to Do with Copilot integration and Administrator Protection Preview, which can be enabled via OMA-URI or group policy.

Microsoft has released Windows Package Manager 1.12.350 as a pre-release version of WinGet, the Windows Package Manager. This version includes new features such as support for installing and uninstalling fonts via manifests or package sources, as well as experimental font management capabilities. Additionally, Microsoft has made numerous bug fixes and code improvements to address issues reported in previous versions, such as improved manifest validation and source open failures. 

Here is a roundup of today's reviews of various computer components, including mini PCs like the BOSGAME M4 and GMKtec M6 Ultra, which offer strong performance at budget-friendly prices. Several cooling products from Cooler Master were reviewed, including the Hyper 212 3DHP series, which features improved thermal efficiency thanks to new heatpipe technology. In the gaming category, Ninja Gaiden 4 has been praised for its stylish return to action gameplay and impressive character action mechanics. Other reviewed products include the Marvo Magma M40 keyboard, V-Color's OLED display-enabled DDR5 memory kit, and a retro docking station from Wokyis that transforms devices into old Apple computers.

Computers: BOSGAME M4 'Ryzen 7 8745HS' Mini PC Review – Strong Performance & OCuLink + USB4 at a Budget-Friendly Price, GMKtec M6 Ultra "AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS" Mini PC Review - Mainstream Coverage Under $400, XMG Pro 16 (E25) Review - The High Clocker
Cooling: Cooler Master Hyper 212 3DHP Review: Engineering better heatpipes, improving thermal efficiency, Cooler Master Hyper 212 3DHP Black ARGB CPU Cooler Review, Cooler Master V4 Alpha 3DHP Black & Hyper 212 3DHP BLACK (ARGB) Review - Less is More?
Gaming: Ninja Gaiden 4 review: Stylish return of an action classic with more speed than ever, Ninja Gaiden 4 Review - Bathed in Blood, Razer Iskur V2 X Gaming Chair Review: An affordable, frills-free entry-level gaming chair
Input: Marvo Magma M40 Keyboard Review
Memory: V-Color MANTA OLED XFinity+ 64 GB DDR5-8000 CL40 Memory Review – World's First DIMM With OLED Display
Other: Wokyis Retro Docking Station Review

Microsoft has released an out-of-band update (KB5070773) for Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2, which addresses quality improvements and includes security fixes from the October 14, 2025, security update. The update resolves a significant issue affecting USB devices in the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), allowing users to navigate recovery options using their USB peripherals. Additionally, the release updates several AI components for improved performance and functionality, including Image Search, Content Extraction, Semantic Analysis, and Settings Model. 

AtlasOS 0.5.0 has been released, offering a significant upgrade to the open-source, lightweight modification of the Windows operating system. This new version brings enhanced customizability, stability, and compatibility, including support for Windows 11 25H2 and the introduction of AtlasOS Toolbox and ISO Injection features. The release includes numerous bug fixes and improvements, such as rewritten folder scripts, updated user account management, and enhancements to the hibernation script. 

Here is a roundup of the latest reviews, including graphics cards, keyboards, and motherboards. The Intel Arc Pro B60 Workstation Graphics Card was reviewed by IgorsLAB, who compared it to other professional graphics cards from NVIDIA and AMD. Other reviews include the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard from APH Networks, which offers advanced features at a budget-friendly price, and the Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro mouse from Tom's Hardware, which boasts improved wireless polling. Additionally, reviews of power supplies, printers, and storage devices have also been published online, including the MSI MEG Ai1600T PCIE5 ATX 3.1 Power Supply Unit and the Lexar PLAY 2280 SE 4TB PCIe 4.0 SSD.

Graphics Cards: Intel Arc Pro B60 Workstation Graphics Card Review with technical Analysis and Teardown - Battle of the small Workhorses under 1200 Euros
Input: Epomaker HE68 Lite Review, Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro Review: As good as the DeathAdder V3 Pro
Mobile: Honor Magic V5 review: it's a really good and affordable foldable
Motherboards: MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Review – A Little Extra on a Budget, ASROCK Z890 TAICHI LITE Motherboard Review Review
Power: MSI MEG Ai1600T PCIE5 ATX 3.1 Power Supply Unit Review, PCCooler YS1200 ATX v3.1 PSU Review, be quiet! System Power 11 550W power supply review
Printers: WeCreat Lumos review: Premium and portable
Storage: Lexar PLAY 2280 SE 4TB PCIe 4.0 SSD Review

Belim has released the latest update, version 1.40, of FlyOOBE, a utility designed to simplify the installation process of Windows on unsupported hardware. The new version includes a revamped upgrade process and seamless integration with AutoPilot capabilities for an effortless experience. FlyOOBE has also undergone design improvements and changes to make it more recognizable, including capitalizing the acronym "OOBE" in its name. Additionally, the Winpilot tool has been merged into FlyOOBE as a native module, solidifying its position as a go-to tool for Windows enthusiasts.