The Cooler Master Cosmos Alpha is an extreme case for extreme builds. It’s heavy, expensive, endlessly reconfigurable—and totally impractical.

LAS VEGAS—While much of CES 2026 revolved around AI buzzwords and silicon roadmaps, the DIY crowd and PC case designers were busy having a lot more fun. Sure, RAM may be unaffordable in 2026 (and ...

Artsy limited editions, unusual open-frame designs, retro throwbacks, and bold new ideas made this a standout year for the PC DIY crowd at CES. I have been a technology journalist for 30-plus years ...