Author: Ľubomír Samák

Mission Accomplished: HWCooling Techtour Is a Thing of the Past

News | | Ľubomír Samák

Intel (2024), Nvidia (2025), and AMD (2026). Over the years, we managed to bring representatives of very large companies to Slovak schools, for which we are grateful. That goes for the schools, the university production team, and the self-governing regions as well. We believe we accomplished something useful, but this trilogy has crossed the finish line. In any case, where something “old” ends, a new episode or series begins. Read more “Mission Accomplished: HWCooling Techtour Is a Thing of the Past” »

Interacting with Schools “Remotely” (HWCooling Techtour ‘26)

News | | Ľubomír Samák

Although the HWCooling Techtour ‘26 conference took place in person at only two schools (in Poprad and in Martin), online viewing was arranged for the vast majority. This article is meant to give an idea of how it looked, or rather how the individual schools handled this task and joined in. We will try not only to describe it, but also to illustrate it, with a few photos that we received directly from the schools. Read more “Interacting with Schools “Remotely” (HWCooling Techtour ‘26)” »

AMD Processors, the Main Topic of HWCooling Techtour ’26

News, Processors | | Ľubomír Samák

HWCooling Techtour ’26 was built around Ryzen 9000 series CPUs. Among other things, these were also available at the booth, and the schools learned various details that could be described as “already available.” By that we mean various pieces of information that students and teachers had only learned secondhand, for example on the internet. Now, however, a representative of AMD came, gave a talk, showed… Read more “AMD Processors, the Main Topic of HWCooling Techtour ’26” »

Nationwide HWCooling Techtour ’26 Broadcast in Pictures

News | | Ľubomír Samák

Everything went successfully. The third edition of HWCooling Techtour took place in Martin, and how did it look? That is what this article is about, and over time more will follow to give the best possible picture of the event, which aims to bring modern PC hardware into Slovak schools. Talks by representatives of AMD, Asus, DeepCool, or Axagon? Yes. Liquid nitrogen and cable manufacturing? That too. Read more “Nationwide HWCooling Techtour ’26 Broadcast in Pictures” »

This Is What the HWCooling Techtour ’26 Programme Looks Like

News | | Ľubomír Samák

What will the schedule of HWCooling Techtour ’26 look like? You can find out in this article, which lists what will take place and when. We start at eight in the morning and finish at around half past two in the afternoon. The highlight will definitely be the most active students installing a cooler on a processor in a motherboard, as a similar activity to the one held two years ago is planned for the finale. But before that, several presentations about PC hardware. Read more “This Is What the HWCooling Techtour ’26 Programme Looks Like” »

HWC Techtour ’26 “Dress Rehearsal” at Poprad Secondary Technical

News | | Ľubomír Samák

The first round of the hardware conference is successfully behind us. At the Secondary Technical School in Poprad, students had the opportunity to see the latest processors, motherboards, coolers and many other components, while getting involved with both their knowledge and practical skills. We are documenting how they did in a short article with photos that try to convey at least some of the local atmosphere. Read more “HWC Techtour ’26 “Dress Rehearsal” at Poprad Secondary Technical” »

Get Ready for HWCooling Techtour ’26. Everything Is Ready

News | | Ľubomír Samák

So, the hardware is waiting on the tables in the auditorium. CPUs, motherboards, coolers and more. You can see a preview in the article, and the sharing, primarily with the students of the school in Poprad, will take place tomorrow during the rehearsal. Naturally, we will document some details so that you, HWCooling readers, can also get an idea of what is happening. Every moment will be captured in the online broadcast. Read more “Get Ready for HWCooling Techtour ’26. Everything Is Ready” »

We’ll Start October Beneath the Tatras (HWCooling Techtour ’26)

News | | Ľubomír Samák

So, soon, we’ll be taking the PC hardware on the road a little. On October 6, our conference will take place at the Secondary Vocational in Poprad, preceding a live broadcast that you can be part of. There will be a large number of modern components, presentations and activities (such as working with LN2 or cable-making) we wouldn’t dare attempt even in the HWCooling test lab. Everything will culminate in students installing a CPU cooler. Read more “We’ll Start October Beneath the Tatras (HWCooling Techtour ’26)” »

What Would You Ask CPS PCCooler? Submit Your Questions

News | | Ľubomír Samák

Do you know CPS PCCooler? We have conducted several tech interviews so far. You could probably already call it a series, as the exchange of information with Noctua (1, 2, 3), Endorfy and Asetek culminated in published interviews. Now it is time for another brand—CPS PCCooler—and you can become co-authors of the interview. What makes the Chinese company’s approach different from that of its competitors? Read more “What Would You Ask CPS PCCooler? Submit Your Questions” »

Seasonic MaxFlow fan: Still “water” runs deep

Cooling, Extra tests, Fans | | Ľubomír Samák

You know the feeling: moderate expectations, and then a surprise. With the MaxFlow fan, a fairly positive one. It delivers excellent results not only at its maximum speed, but also in quieter operation. However, it is weaker with obstacles, where it has to overcome higher resistance from the surrounding environment, and it should also be noted that, as with the Phanteks T30 and Sudokoo Mach120, its thicker profile means poorer compatibility. Read more “Seasonic MaxFlow fan: Still “water” runs deep” »

Fan frame daisy-chaining trend. When is it (not) helpful

Analysis, Fans | | Ľubomír Samák

Easier installation? Yes, that’s why it’s done. Daisy-chaining fans using contacts in their frames is great, but it often also comes with pitfalls that reduce “cooling efficiency”. Manufacturers deal with this in different ways. One does it technically one way, another differently. In any case, they know that a frame that is too thick means less space for the blades. And that does not improve airflow per unit of noise. Read more “Fan frame daisy-chaining trend. When is it (not) helpful” »

HWCooling Techtour ’26 posters now hanging in schools

News | | Ľubomír Samák

At the schools expecting our presence, there are now posters announcing the conference (HWCooling Techtour ’26). You already know the when and who, but we are also supplementing this with physical posters placed at key points around the schools. And they convey exactly this kind of atmosphere. Several smaller posters or a large-format one in the vestibule. Both variants are in circulation. Read more “HWCooling Techtour ’26 posters now hanging in schools” »

Noctua: Longer Blades Mean More Vibrations (Interview)

Cooling, Interview | | Ľubomír Samák

We spoke with representatives of Noctua about the things you wanted to know, supplemented by various other questions. What about liquid coolers using 140 mm fans, the design of the fan hub (does it really need to be that robust?), the aerodynamic design of fans in general, or their white variants? What about the SFF segment? We got answers to many of these questions for you, which you can find in this article. Read more “Noctua: Longer Blades Mean More Vibrations (Interview)” »

HWCooling Celebrates 9 Years of Existence. Fans in the Spotlight

News | | Ľubomír Samák

HWC has been here for years, and we are extremely grateful to our readers. Something is coming that will fundamentally change how the magazine operates. You may not notice it (and that is the goal!), but organizationally, it will be a major intervention. Without it, however, we would not survive, which would be a shame. Above all, this is about what we have achieved, what you “see”, and what we hope you will see in the future. Read more “HWCooling Celebrates 9 Years of Existence. Fans in the Spotlight” »

HWCooling Techtour ’26 detail notices for schools have been sent

News | | Ľubomír Samák

From the preparation diary: Participating schools now have information with answers to the basic “when and how” questions. That is, when HWCooling Techtour ’26 will take place and how it will be possible to access it. And just as last year, more questions will gradually arise over time. We will address everything as best as we can. We are in contact, and together we will once again find a way to achieve a great result. Read more “HWCooling Techtour ’26 detail notices for schools have been sent” »

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