The Sound Blaster G8 Hi-Res Gaming DUAL USB DAC and Amp has received attention in the audio community, showcasing Creative's commitment to enhancing user experience with intuitive controls. This device is part of a broader roundup of tech reviews covering various aspects of gaming hardware, audio equipment, and storage solutions.
Ollama 0.9.2 has been released, introducing a local-first platform that allows users to run large language models (LLMs) directly on their desktops without the need for cloud services or accounts. This offline capability provides users with enhanced privacy and control over their data. Ollama supports numerous top-tier models, including LLaMA 3.3, Phi-4, Mistral, and DeepSeek, and is designed for ease of installation and use.
Microsoft has released an out-of-band update for Windows 10, designated as KB5063159 (OS Build 19045.5968). This update includes important fixes and quality improvements that were part of the previous update, KB5060533, particularly addressing a start failure issue that affected Surface Hub v1 devices. Due to this issue, the rollout of KB5060533 for Surface Hub v1 was paused on June 11, 2025, to prevent further complications for new devices.
IObit Uninstaller 14.4.0.3 has been released, enhancing its capabilities in removing unwanted programs, Windows apps, and browser plug-ins/toolbars, especially when the built-in Windows Add or Remove Programs fails to do so. This software acts as a comprehensive cleanup tool, ensuring that no leftover files, registry entries, or hidden junk remain after uninstallation, which is often the case with the standard Windows uninstaller.
The latest weekly testing images for Debian GNU/Linux 13, codenamed Trixie, have been released as of June 17, 2025. These live images include a variety of desktop environments, allowing users to choose their preferred interface. The available environments are:
Wise Registry Cleaner version 11.2.2.726 has been released, enhancing the functionality of this essential tool that scans the Windows registry for incorrect or outdated entries. As part of the Wise Care 365 free suite, Wise Registry Cleaner not only identifies issues but also allows users to examine each problem in detail before deciding to rectify them, either manually or automatically.
EarthTime version 6.30.3 has been released, offering users a comprehensive tool for monitoring weather and local time from virtually any location across the globe. The application features an extensive database that includes over 120,000 cities, ensuring users can easily find their desired location. If a city is not listed, EarthTime provides the option to custom add a nearby location.
EarthView version 7.13.3 has been released, enhancing the user experience with its dynamic desktop wallpaper and screen saver that showcases stunning views of the Earth, displaying the contrast of daylight and night shadows. This software produces high-quality, vibrant images that cater to various screen resolutions, including those exceeding 2560x1600 pixels.
MyTourBook version 25.6.0 has been released, enhancing its functionality as an Open Source application designed for visualizing and analyzing tours recorded via GPS devices, cycling computers, and ergometers. The app offers a range of features including the ability to import, export, edit, and visualize tour data, as well as showcase photos associated with the tours. Users can delve into heart rate analysis, automatically compare different tours, and segment tours for more detailed insights. Additionally, MyTourBook provides statistical analysis and allows users to manage tours for multiple individuals, making it a versatile tool for both casual cyclists and serious athletes.
Clipboard Remote has launched version 1.0.4, enhancing the ease of sharing URLs and transferring photos between devices. This application serves as a robust alternative to Quick Share, enabling users to seamlessly integrate images into documents, presentations, or social media posts with minimal effort.
ClamAV 1.4.3 has been released, continuing its development as an Open Source (GPL) anti-virus toolkit primarily designed for e-mail scanning on mail gateways. This toolkit offers a variety of utilities including a flexible multi-threaded daemon, a command-line scanner, and a sophisticated tool for automatic database updates. The core component is an anti-virus engine available as a shared library. Users can easily manage virus database packages by copying them into the "database" directory of the main ClamAV installation folder.
Agent DVR is a comprehensive, self-hosted digital video recorder (DVR) system that transforms PCs, network cameras, and USB webcams into a robust security solution. This software excels in motion and sound detection, capable of recording and streaming from various video sources, including USB devices and IP cameras.
Ron's Editor has released an update, version 2025.06.18.1343, showcasing its robust capabilities as a CSV file editor that can handle various separated text formats, including CSV (comma-separated values) and TSV (tab-separated values). This versatile tool provides users with complete control over the content and structure of their files.
SnapGene Viewer has recently released version 8.1.1, enhancing the capabilities of molecular biologists in handling DNA sequence files. This software allows users to create, browse, and share annotated DNA sequences up to 1GB in size, facilitating extensive research and collaboration.
Rons Data Edit, a CSV file editing software for Windows, was released on June 18, 2025. This application is designed for professional and casual users alike, offering a user-friendly and powerful interface for managing tabular text files such as CSV and TSV. Rons Data Edit stands out with its advanced features including search and replace, sorting, filtering, and grouping, making it ideal for data analysis, cleanup, and report generation. Unlike traditional spreadsheet applications like Excel, Rons Data Edit focuses on providing a text editing environment that allows complete control over the content without imposing automatic formatting. The software offers customizable layouts, in-cell editing, and supports various text encodings and delimiters. Its intuitive interface is designed for easy navigation and includes full undo/redo functionality for safe experimentation.
ASUS has released new versions of its GPU Tweak software, specifically GPU Tweak III 1.9.6.4 and 2.3.9.0 Tweak II, aimed at enhancing the performance of ASUS graphics cards. This tool allows users to fine-tune settings and overclock their GPUs to achieve optimal performance in gaming and graphics-heavy applications.
Discord has recently released version 1.0.9196, enhancing its status as a leading instant messaging and VoIP application. This versatile platform is designed for both desktop and mobile devices, providing users with robust data and traffic protection. Notably, there is also an Open Source portable version available for those who prefer a more flexible option.
Ron's HTML Cleaner has released version 2025.06.17.1640, a free tool designed to streamline the process of cleaning and modifying HTML documents. Users can create personalized cleaning rules from a comprehensive list of operations that can be saved and reapplied to any HTML document as needed. This functionality is particularly beneficial for those preparing content for blogs or content management systems (CMS), ensuring that all HTML code is properly formatted and ready for publication to avoid potential display issues.
Fedora Linux 42 has received several updates aimed at enhancing security across various packages, including Python-Django, Rust-Git Interactive Rebase Tool, Python-Setuptools, and Kea.
Today’s roundup features a variety of product reviews that cater to gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. In the audio category, the Fractal Design Scape Headset is highlighted for its sleek design and impressive features, with reviews from KitGuru and HotHardware praising its comfort and sound quality, although they note some minor drawbacks. The headset is priced at £169.99, making it a premium option for those seeking versatile audio solutions.
Slackware Linux has issued security updates for two key packages: xorg-server and libblockdev.
SUSE Linux has released a series of important security updates addressing vulnerabilities in various components, including python-requests, the Linux kernel, gdm, and several Prometheus-related packages. Each update aims to enhance system security and fix known vulnerabilities.
Ubuntu Linux has rolled out a series of security updates to address vulnerabilities in various packages, including KaTeX, dwarfutils, MuJS, libblockdev, UDisks, X.Org X Server, Go, Godot Engine, and PAM. The updates affect several versions of Ubuntu, including the latest releases and Long Term Support (LTS) versions.
The latest release of Zed, version 0.191.5, has introduced several significant updates aimed at enhancing user experience and functionality. Key highlights include a crucial bug fix that resolves the issue with the command `zed --diff A B`, which previously failed to open a diff. Additionally, an onboarding modal has been added to the debugger, making it easier for new users to get started.
pg_auto_reindexer v1.5 Released
Microsoft has announced the release of Windows Package Manager 1.11.400, the release candidate for WinGet 1.11, which includes significant improvements aimed at enhancing package management capabilities. Key updates include support for Microsoft Desired State Configuration (DSC) v3, fixes for issues related to catalog connections and system crashes, and enhancements to command descriptions and security measures.
The release of Godot 4.5 Beta 1 marks a significant milestone in the development of this open-source game engine, introducing a wide range of new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and functionality. Key updates include enhanced animation and audio/video capabilities, improved C# support, comprehensive documentation, and notable enhancements to the editor and GDScript. The beta version also brings advancements in GUI design, import functionalities, input options, internationalization, navigation, physics, and rendering/shader improvements.
BIND 9.20.10 and 9.21.9 have been officially released and are now available for download on the ISC software download page. These maintenance releases include important updates and enhancements for users of BIND.
A security update for Chromium has been issued for Debian GNU/Linux 12 (Bookworm). This update is identified as Debian Security Advisory DSA-5944-1 and addresses critical vulnerabilities that could lead to arbitrary code execution, denial of service, and information disclosure. Specifically, these vulnerabilities are cataloged under CVE IDs CVE-2025-6191 and CVE-2025-6192.
AlmaLinux has announced the release of updated gvisor-tap-vsock packages for both AlmaLinux 9 and 10, addressing moderate-severity security vulnerabilities. The updates, identified as ALSA-2025:9151 for version 10 and ALSA-2025:9150 for version 9, were released on June 17, 2025.
Oracle Linux has recently rolled out updates that enhance security across various components, including IPa, shim, and the kernel. The updates include:
Topaz Gigapixel AI 8.4.2 has recently been released, showcasing advanced deep-learning models that allow users to enlarge photos by up to 600% without compromising sharpness. This premium application, available for both Windows and macOS, is ideal for photographers, artists, and designers seeking high-quality enlargements for printing or digital use. Although it requires a purchase for full functionality, a fully operational trial version is available, allowing users to explore the features before committing to a license.
Twinkle Tray has recently released its version 1.17.0 Beta 1 along with 1.16.7, enhancing the user experience for managing brightness levels across multiple monitors. This application addresses a common limitation in Windows 10, which typically can only adjust brightness for built-in displays and does not support external monitors effectively. Twinkle Tray adds a convenient icon to the system tray, allowing users to easily access and control the brightness of all compatible monitors with just a click.
Accent PDF Password Recovery is an advanced software solution tailored for the rapid recovery of passwords from Adobe PDF documents. Upon its recent update to version 25.04, the tool has further enhanced its capabilities to remove PDF restrictions, enabling users to regain complete access to their files swiftly.
ContaCam 9.9.26 has been released, offering a reliable and efficient free webcam software solution designed for video surveillance. This software is lightweight and optimized for system performance, ensuring it operates smoothly even on moderate hardware. ContaCam's versatility caters to various security needs while maintaining user-friendliness.
FreeVimager 9.9.26 has been released, offering a comprehensive free image viewer and editor specifically designed for Windows. This versatile tool supports touch screen gestures for easy navigation, such as zooming in and out or switching between images. Users can view image locations on Google Maps, a feature that enhances the software's utility.
openHAB 5.0.0 Milestone 3 has been released, marking a significant update for this open-source home automation platform that enables users to integrate and manage various smart devices seamlessly. Designed for both casual users and tech enthusiasts, openHAB offers flexibility by allowing connections across different ecosystems and devices, making it an attractive choice for those prioritizing privacy and customization in their smart homes.
Gramps 6.0.3 has been released, offering an intuitive platform for documenting the intricate details of an individual's life and the connections between various people, places, and events. This software is user-friendly and allows you to create a thorough account of personal histories, including critical information like birthplace, education, career, and relationships. Notably, Gramps provides a portable version for users who want to maintain their genealogical work on the go.
Ollama 0.9.2 has been released, introducing a local-first platform that allows users to run large language models (LLMs) directly on their desktops without the need for cloud services or accounts. This offline capability provides users with enhanced privacy and control over their data. Ollama supports numerous top-tier models, including LLaMA 3.3, Phi-4, Mistral, and DeepSeek, and is designed for ease of installation and use.
Cisdem ContactsMate has just released version 2.0.0, a robust contact management software designed to streamline the organization and handling of contacts from various sources, including Apple Contacts, Google, iCloud, Outlook, CSV, and vCard files. This tool offers a comprehensive suite of features that allows users to easily edit, tag, email, import, and export their contacts.
Chrono Download Manager version 0.13.7 has been released, providing Google Chrome users with a robust tool for managing downloads directly within the browser. This extension offers a variety of features designed to enhance user experience, eliminating the need for external download applications.
Monkey's Audio has released version 11.18, a free and user-friendly software that allows users to compress digital music while maintaining the original quality. Unlike other compression formats like MP3, Ogg, or WMA that sacrifice audio quality for reduced file size, Monkey's Audio provides lossless compression, meaning that users receive bit-for-bit copies of their music without any loss of sound fidelity. The software is designed to save space while still allowing users to decompress their files back to their original state, eliminating the need to re-rip CDs when changing formats.
WinSCP 6.5.2 has been released, enhancing its reputation as a reliable open-source SFTP and FTP client designed for secure file transfers between local and remote computers. The software also offers a portable version for users who prefer a version that can be run from a USB drive without installation.
Animated Wallpaper Maker 4.5.40 has been released, offering users the ability to transform their static desktop backgrounds into dynamic animated scenes. If you're eager to enhance your desktop experience, this software allows you to do so with just a few clicks. You can start by either choosing from a variety of predefined project files or creating your own project from scratch. Simply upload any image you desire and enhance it with a wide range of animations available in the program—just click the plus icon next to the animation window to explore hundreds of options.
UnHackMe 17.30.2025.618 has been released, offering users an advanced tool to detect and eliminate a new class of Trojan programs known as invisible Trojans. This security utility is designed to enhance the protection of your operating system by identifying threats that traditional antivirus software may overlook.
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