Topic: software bugs
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Microsoft patches Windows Defender crash issue
Microsoft released a fix for Windows Defender failures, which caused 0xc0000005 access violation errors and system instability after a recent security patch, though the exact technical cause remains undisclosed. The company advises affected users to check for updates via Windows Update or restart...
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Windows 11's 2026 Debut Update Sparks User Frustration
Microsoft's January 2026 Windows 11 update caused major disruptions, requiring two consecutive weekend emergency patches to address severe system instability and operational headaches. The patches targeted specific issues: the first fixed unexpected shutdowns on Enterprise/IoT 23H2, while the sec...
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Microsoft Issues Emergency Windows Updates for Most PCs
Microsoft issued emergency updates to fix critical issues from its January security patches, resolving major problems with remote desktop logins and system shutdowns for some Windows versions. Despite these fixes, several bugs remain unresolved, including intermittent black screens, desktop backg...
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Microsoft Issues Emergency Fix for Windows 11 Update
Microsoft is releasing an emergency update for Windows 11 to fix application failures and hardware connectivity issues caused by a recent mandatory patch. The problematic update disrupted localhost HTTP/2 connections and caused issues with Logitech hardware, non-responsive peripherals, and securi...
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Microsoft Copilot Accessed Private Emails Without Consent
A security flaw in Microsoft's AI Copilot service allowed it to access and summarize confidential emails, bypassing data protection policies. Microsoft identified and fixed the code defect, which affected the Copilot Chat feature in Outlook and other 365 apps, highlighting new AI-related cybersec...
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Microsoft's emergency Windows 11 update fixes critical Patch Tuesday bugs
Microsoft released a second emergency update (KB5078127) to fix critical issues with Outlook, OneDrive, and Dropbox that were caused by its January 2026 security patches. The update resolves problems where cloud-based applications crashed or became unresponsive, and it includes all prior security...
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Tesla Cybercab Has No Steering Wheel, Just a Virtual Joystick
Tesla’s new autonomous Cybercab eliminates traditional driving inputs to emphasize fully self-driving technology, yet it includes a hidden manual control interface for specific operational needs. These exclusive controls are designed for fleet operators and emergency responders to maneuver vehicl...
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Volvo aims to move past its EV struggles
Volvo originally committed to abandoning gasoline vehicles but is now struggling to maintain its position in the electric vehicle market after a turbulent transition. The EX40 has performed well, but the EX90 faced persistent software issues requiring a hardware recall, and the EX30 was discontin...
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Xbox Ally and Ally X Review: More Than Just an Xbox
The Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds run a full Windows 11 OS, requiring setup and updates rather than offering a plug-and-play console experience, and they cannot natively play Xbox console games, relying on PC ports or cloud streaming. Hardware features include comfortable designs, quality audio,...
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Google Fixes Android Auto Connection Issues for Pixel and Galaxy Phones
Widespread connection issues for Android Auto, particularly affecting Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy users, disrupted reliable service earlier this year. Google has deployed a server-side fix that automatically resolves the core technical glitch without requiring manual updates from users. Affec...
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How to Downgrade macOS on a New Mac
The latest macOS version, particularly the macOS 26 Tahoe update with its Liquid Glass interface, has been polarizing, leading many users to seek a downgrade to the more familiar macOS 15 Sequoia. Unlike iOS, macOS allows users to run an older, still-supported version and continue receiving secur...
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iOS 26.2 Release Candidate Now Available for iPhone
Apple has released a revised Release Candidate (RC) for iOS 26.2, delaying the public rollout originally expected this week to address critical bugs. The updated build indicates Apple prioritizes software stability, a practice mirrored in recent tvOS updates, opting for further refinement over a ...
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Meta's Smart Glasses Flop: The Real Reason Wasn't Wi-Fi
Meta's live demo of its smart glasses faced two major technical failures, including a voice command that triggered all devices in the building to respond simultaneously due to a server configuration error. A second issue occurred when Mark Zuckerberg attempted a WhatsApp call, caused by a rare bu...
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Closing Task Manager in Windows 11 Opens More Copies
A recent Windows update causes Task Manager to remain running in the background after closing, creating duplicate processes with each launch. Multiple instances of TaskManager.exe consume system resources, leading to gradual performance degradation and reduced battery life on portable devices. Us...
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Fallout 4 update could break mods; Skyrim patch incoming
Bethesda has confirmed upcoming patches for Fallout 4 and Skyrim, which may break mods that rely on core game files, causing temporary incompatibility issues for heavily modded setups. The Fallout 4 update targets bugs and performance fixes but lacks a release date, while the Skyrim patch is "inc...
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GeForce RTX 50 GPUs crash on water-heavy Battlefield 6 maps
EA has confirmed that Battlefield 6 is crashing on certain water-heavy maps due to GPU driver failures, primarily affecting players with GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards. The crashes are linked to rendering demands of large water surfaces, suggesting a driver-level incompatibility with Nvidia...
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Windows 11 Update Warning: Patch Tuesday Boot Failures
Microsoft has confirmed its January 2026 security update for Windows 11 is causing severe boot failures, preventing some PCs from starting entirely. The issue primarily affects physical machines running Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, requiring users to manually uninstall the update to recover...
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Fear, Blogging, and Laptop Testing in Las Vegas
The pre-production Asus Zenbook A16, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor, demonstrated strong performance for professional tasks like writing and photo editing, signaling a more MacBook-like future for Windows laptops. It features a high-end 16-inch design with a lightweig...
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Apple's Brilliant Anti-PC Ad During CrowdStrike BSOD Crisis
Apple's new commercial humorously depicts a fictional company overcoming a trade show crisis caused by a PC crash, referencing the real CrowdStrike Falcon software incident that disrupted global services. The ad explains that the outage stemmed from a flawed update in CrowdStrike's kernel-level s...
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Acer Predator Connect T7 Review: High Price, Underwhelming Performance
The Acer Predator Connect T7 is a Wi-Fi 7 gaming router with a sleek design but underwhelming performance, limited by its hardware such as non-auto-sensing 2.5 Gbps WAN and only two 1 Gbps LAN ports. Setup is cumbersome, especially for mesh pairing, and the software has inconsistencies between th...
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