Moonshot AI has released Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion parameter Mixture-of-Experts model that challenges Claude Fable 5 and GPT-5.6 Sol with frontier-level agentic performance. The open-weight release is available on Hugging Face, bringing efficient inference and a 1 million token context window to researchers and enterprises.
CrystalDiskInfo has released version 9.9.2, an open-source utility designed to monitor and display the health of hard drives. This software provides essential information such as S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) values, disk temperature, and basic drive details. Additionally, it is available in a portable version, making it convenient for users who prefer a lightweight application that doesn't require installation.
Zero Install version 2.29.2 has been released, continuing its mission as an Open Source application that simplifies the management of software. With Zero Install, users can effortlessly download, update, and run their favorite programs directly from a single interface without the need for traditional installation processes. The application is user-friendly and features a tutorial video that guides new users during their first experience.
Malwarebytes has recently released versions 5.6.3.277 and 5.24.0.4031, offering robust protection against malware, ransomware, exploits, and harmful websites and applications. As a complete antivirus replacement, Malwarebytes is well-regarded by users and experts alike, particularly for its ease of use, which makes it accessible even for beginners. Users can start with the free version to scan and remove various types of malware, spyware, and unwanted applications. For enhanced security, they can upgrade to the Premium version, which includes real-time scanning and additional protective features.
FluentCleaner version 1.08.066 Classic, released on July 26, 2023, is a modern drive cleaning tool designed with a focus on transparency and user-friendly features. Developed by Belim (Builtbybel), it takes inspiration from the classic CCleaner while modernizing its interface and functionality to cater to contemporary user needs. The software prioritizes a minimalistic design, avoiding intrusive elements such as spyware, scareware, or misleading marketing strategies, making it a reliable choice for system maintenance.
Hasleo Backup Suite version 5.9.2.0 has been released, offering a comprehensive set of backup, restore, and cloning tools for both Windows PCs and servers. This software enables users to safeguard their Windows operating system, disks, and partitions, thus enhancing the security of personal data and the operating system itself.
Lux VPN version 1.41.0 has been released, offering enhanced online security features aimed at protecting users from trackers, adware, and other digital threats. The VPN service provides a streamlined way to safeguard personal information while improving the overall browsing experience.
OnionShare 2.6.5 has been released, providing users with a convenient way to share files anonymously through the TOR network without relying on third-party applications. The process is user-friendly: after opening the TOR browser, users simply need to drag and drop the desired file into OnionShare and click on "start sharing." This action generates a unique .onion URL that can be shared with trusted individuals, such as friends or colleagues. Importantly, the recipients do not need to have OnionShare installed; they can easily download the file by accessing the URL in their own TOR browser.
PixiEditor has officially launched version 2.1.2.1, enhancing its reputation as a user-friendly pixel art editing application loaded with a variety of useful tools. The software is designed to ensure ease of use, featuring a layout reminiscent of other well-known editing programs, which allows users to dive in with minimal learning curve.
Google has released version 369.0 of Google Meet, an application that offers a straightforward and dependable one-on-one video calling service, previously known as Google Duo. The app is designed with a user-friendly interface that enables users to make video calls almost instantaneously by simply selecting a contact. It also includes a live preview feature, allowing users to see the caller before answering, enhancing privacy and security.
CurrPorts version 2.80 has been released, providing users with a comprehensive tool to monitor the TCP/IP and UDP ports currently open on their local machines. This application not only lists the active ports but also offers detailed insights about each associated process, including the process name, its full path, version details (such as product name and file description), creation timestamp, and the user who initiated it.
Process Meter version 1.40 has been released, offering enhanced capabilities for monitoring both local and remote system processes. This tool provides comprehensive details regarding various metrics, including address space usage, CPU utilization, handle counts, memory consumption, thread counts, and virtual memory size. Each process is represented visually through color-coded bar graphs, facilitating quick identification of processes that exceed specified limits. Users can customize these limits through the 'Limits' menu, catering to those who prefer visual analysis over traditional data reports.
Monochrome 2.0 has been released, enhancing the experience for dedicated IRC users by focusing on security, reliability, and stability, even during IRC network disruptions or connectivity issues. This IRC client is designed for long-time users who prioritize a seamless communication experience.
AnyBurn 6.9 has been released as a versatile and user-friendly application for burning CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. This free software allows users to create and burn disc images, rip and burn audio tracks, copy existing discs, and even create bootable USB drives for Windows installations. Its intuitive interface features two side-by-side buttons, streamlining the process of completing common tasks.
Stremio has recently released updates to its platform, with versions 5.0.24 Beta and 4.4.183 now available. This streaming application is designed for users who want to enjoy movies, videos, TV channels, and series with minimal buffering. A key feature of Stremio is its ability to create a personal library where users can save their favorite content, which can be synchronized across multiple devices.
StartAllBack is a versatile tool that enhances the Windows 11 experience by allowing users to revert their Start Menu, Taskbar, and File Explorer to resemble those of Windows 7 or 10. While Windows 11 features a sleek and modern design, many users miss the familiar layout they have grown accustomed to. StartAllBack offers a solution to blend Windows 11's performance with the classic interface many prefer.
ProtonVPN has released version 5.1.5, continuing its reputation as a reliable cross-platform, subscription-based VPN service. Unlike many free VPNs that compromise user experience through speed throttling, ads, or data selling, ProtonVPN provides a usable and trustworthy free service. Its free tier offers unlimited data without ads, allowing access to servers in the US, Netherlands, and Japan, though it restricts users to one device and does not support streaming or torrenting.
Version 1.4.2 of the automaticDark add-on for Firefox has been released, designed to seamlessly switch the browser's theme based on predetermined times or the user's geographical location. This user-friendly add-on simplifies the process of altering the UI theme according to the time of day, offering a selection of ten different themes, including an automatic system theme option.
PicPick 7.6.0 has been released, enhancing its reputation as a comprehensive screen capture tool. This versatile software boasts a suite of features that includes not only robust screenshot capabilities—allowing users to capture the entire screen, active windows, scrolling windows, or specific desktop regions—but also a user-friendly image editor. The editor comes with annotation tools such as text, arrows, and shapes, and features a modern Ribbon-style menu for easier navigation.
The SeaMonkey project has released version 2.53.24 of its all-in-one internet application suite, which continues the legacy of the software popularized by Netscape and Mozilla. This community-driven initiative focuses on delivering high-quality enhancements to the suite, which features a comprehensive set of tools including a fast web browser, email and newsgroup clients, an integrated web feed reader, an HTML editor, and various web development utilities. The suite is designed to cater to advanced users, web developers, and corporate environments, making it a versatile choice for internet activities.
Recent reviews highlight various PC components, including the aesthetically pleasing Endorfy Fishtank 6000 Corona case, which suffers from airflow issues, and the well-designed Framework Laptop 13 Pro and CyberPowerPC Infinity U7 Plus for gamers. Microsoft's remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, built on Unreal Engine 5, necessitated extensive performance testing across thirty-five graphics cards and handheld PCs due to its demanding hardware requirements. The Logitech G512 X 98 keyboard features an innovative magnetic switch system for enhanced customization, while the COUGAR GR 1000 power supply offers competitive pricing with full ATX 3.1 compliance. Additionally, Biwin’s M560 SSD sets benchmarks for DRAMless storage with impressive read speeds, providing valuable insights for consumers looking to upgrade their gaming or workstation setups
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 29634.1000 to the Experimental channel, which includes a renewed flight certificate that all Insider channels must install before it expires on August 11. The update features on-device Voice Isolation for improved accessibility in Voice Access, as well as native HID braille display support for the Narrator, allowing easier setup for deaf-blind users. UI enhancements include a refreshed Account Control flyout with subscription badges and a switch from Tenor to GIPHY for the emoji panel. Users on the Experimental channel can download the new build immediately, while those on other channels need to wait for future updates to meet the minimum requirements for the renewed certificate
The Awesome Screenshot and Screen Recorder extension for Chrome and Firefox has been updated to version 4.4.42. This powerful tool enables users to effortlessly capture full or partial web pages, while providing features like annotations, comments, and the ability to blur sensitive information. It also offers one-click upload options for easy sharing.
DCP-o-matic has recently released version 2.18.45 of its 64-bit application, which is designed for the creation of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) from various multimedia files, including images, videos, audio, and subtitles. This open-source software is also available in a 32-bit version, catering to a wider range of users.
InstalledAppView version 1.10 has been released, offering a robust tool for displaying details about Windows 10 applications installed on your system. This application provides key information for each installed app, including the App Name, App Version, Registry Name, Registry Modified Time, Install Folder, Owner of the Install Folder, and the Uninstall Command, among other details.
Chinese DRAM maker CXMT surged more than 500% on its July 27 debut on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, raising $8.6 billion in Asia's largest IPO of the year and dethroning ICBC as China's most valuable listed company. The chipmaker's new $539 billion valuation underscores Beijing's push for tech self-reliance, even as the company faces US military designations and lingering allegations of stolen Samsung trade secrets.
Apple has released iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6, focusing on security patches and optimizing the Spotlight search index in preparation for the upcoming iOS 27 launch. These maintenance updates, which do not introduce new features, aim to ensure devices run smoothly as Apple gears up for the release alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September. The updates come after a month since the previous patches and include various improvements across all platforms, with specific instructions for installation. Users are encouraged to install these updates to maintain device security and enhance performance ahead of the significant changes expected with iOS 27
Hyprland released version 0.56.1 on July 27, 2026, just one week after the significant 0.56.0 release, addressing 14 regression fixes based on user feedback. The update resolves critical stability issues, particularly related to monitor rotation, Lua environment corruption, and rendering artifacts on HiDPI displays. Lead developer Vaxry quickly pushed the update following reports of animation slowdowns and browser crashes, with the team adding 30 more commits shortly thereafter, indicating a faster maintenance pace than previous versions. This rapid turnaround reflects Hyprland Corp's commitment to addressing early adopter concerns and enhances the stability of the software as they work towards the upcoming 0.57 release
Fwupd 2.1.7 has been released to address a significant trust-boundary vulnerability that allowed unsigned metadata to bypass authorization checks during firmware installations, enhancing UEFI update security. This update also introduces a systemd-pcrlock plugin, expands attributes for the Hardware Security Index (HSI), and resolves several memory safety issues. Users are encouraged to enable the OnlyTrusted metadata enforcement toggle for enterprise environments, while desktop users will benefit from improved D-Bus authorization and HSI scoring. The rapid pace of updates reflects the increasing security demands in the Linux firmware landscape, driven by supply chain pressures and the need for more robust security measures
Folder Guard 26.7 has been released, providing users with enhanced computer security features that allow for detailed control over access to files, folders, and various Windows resources. This software enables users to implement personalized security measures to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or alterations.
Moonshot AI has released Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion parameter Mixture-of-Experts model that challenges Claude Fable 5 and GPT-5.6 Sol with frontier-level agentic performance. The open-weight release is available on Hugging Face, bringing efficient inference and a 1 million token context window to researchers and enterprises.
AnyDesk has recently released version 9.7.12, enhancing its remote desktop software aimed at users who require more than basic desktop sharing capabilities. At the heart of AnyDesk's functionality is DeskRT, a cutting-edge video codec tailored for graphical user interfaces. This innovative technology opens up a myriad of new usage scenarios and applications that are currently unattainable with most existing remote desktop solutions.
Canonical has introduced a new rolling virtualization Hardware Enablement stack for Ubuntu 26.04 LTS, which allows for upgrades to QEMU, libvirt, EDK2, and SeaBIOS every six months for the first two years. This upgrade cadence addresses the rapid evolution of CPU encryption standards, such as AMD SEV-SNP and Intel TDX, allowing enterprises to access new features without waiting for the traditional two-year LTS update cycle. The new stack is managed through the ubuntu_virt_helper tool, ensuring all components are upgraded together to prevent inconsistencies that could break confidential workloads. This initiative positions Ubuntu as a primary platform for regulated AI and sovereign cloud deployments, aligning with the launch of AMD's EPYC 9006 processors and Instinct MI455X GPU
Stylish for Chrome and Firefox has released version 3.4.18, providing users with an intuitive way to install themes and skins for a variety of popular websites. This extension allows users to customize their browsing experience by applying user styles, which are essentially themes tailored to enhance the look and feel of websites. With Stylish, users can easily remove unwanted content, alter color schemes, or completely redesign a site to better fit their personal preferences.
ImageMagick 7.1.2-28 has been released as a versatile freeware graphics software suite, compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems. It allows users to create, edit, compose, and convert images in a wide variety of formats—over 100, including popular ones like JPEG, PNG, GIF, and TIFF.
WinMerge 2.16.58 has been released, offering an updated version of this open-source visual text file comparison and merging tool for Windows users. WinMerge is particularly useful for developers and project managers as it helps identify changes between different versions of files and facilitates the merging of those changes.
Vowen 0.5.0 is a newly released, free voice productivity application designed for Windows and macOS. It focuses on privacy by offering offline AI transcription that converts speech into text, making it ideal for writers, coders, and anyone who prefers speaking over typing. Unlike many AI tools that rely on cloud processing, Vowen processes dictation locally, ensuring that users' sensitive information remains private.
The browser extension Caffeine - Keep Awake for Chrome and Edge has released version 0.3.0. This tool is designed to prevent your computer from entering sleep or hibernation mode, ensuring continuous operation during critical tasks. The extension features a straightforward interface, indicated by a colored coffee cup icon that signifies its active state. Users can easily toggle the awake state on or off through a right-click context menu on the toolbar button. The awake state can be adjusted at either the system or desktop level, depending on user preferences.
Helperbird is a powerful browser-based accessibility and productivity extension aimed at improving the online experience for all users, particularly those with dyslexia, visual stress, ADHD, or anyone seeking a more comfortable browsing environment. Designed to make reading, writing, and navigating the web less tiring, Helperbird provides an extensive suite of customizable tools that enhance content accessibility.
Revo Uninstaller has released its latest versions, 5.5.2 Pro and 2.7.0 Free, which enhance the process of removing unwanted applications from Windows computers. Unlike the default Windows uninstaller that often leaves residual files and registry entries behind, Revo Uninstaller offers a more thorough approach. It utilizes advanced "scan before and after" technology to ensure complete removal of all traces of uninstalled programs.
Mailtrack for Chrome has released version 12.84, enhancing its capabilities as a reliable extension for Gmail users. This tool allows users to track their emails seamlessly, providing real-time updates on whether recipients have opened and read their messages. The free version of Mailtrack offers unlimited tracking, desktop notifications, email alerts, and a daily summary report, making it an excellent choice for average users who want to keep tabs on their important communications.
Kudu has released version 1.46.0, an open-source tool that significantly enhances system performance and security. This software is designed to help users recover disk space by identifying and eliminating unnecessary files while scanning for malware to protect devices from potential threats. Kudu also emphasizes user privacy, granting individuals greater control over their personal information through a single, user-friendly application.
Argente Utilities has released version 3.0.8.7, which is a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance, optimize, and secure your computer. This utility aims to provide users with a centralized platform to manage various aspects of their system, ensuring it operates efficiently and remains free from errors and threats.
Rewire Text is an innovative tool designed to streamline the process of transforming selected text across various applications on both macOS and Windows platforms. This utility operates from the menu bar or system tray, allowing users to perform text transformations with just a simple keystroke.
The NZXT H2 Flow Mini-ITX case was reviewed by OCInside.de, highlighting its surprisingly spacious interior despite its compact size. Tom's Hardware evaluated the HP OmniBook X Flip 14 convertible laptop, noting its premium design but criticizing its average performance and high price. The AOC U32G4 was praised for offering solid 4K gaming performance at a budget-friendly price. Wccftech reviewed the Uperfect GR14BU, a portable 14-inch OLED touchscreen monitor with 3K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, emphasizing its versatility for both gamers and professionals at a price of around $399
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