audio bug Archives

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August 1, 2025

Microsoft has fixed the only Windows bug I’ve ever liked: the Vista startup sound ‘unexpectedly’ playing on Win 11 machines

The Windows Insider program allows users to test new features before public release. Recently, some users experienced the Windows Vista start-up sound instead of the Windows 11 sound. Microsoft quickly addressed this issue in the Canary channel, reverting to the standard Windows 11 boot sound, noting that the Vista sound was used unexpectedly. The Vista sound, which is nostalgic for many, was also present in Windows 7. The latest update not only fixed the sound bug but also resolved issues with audio playback when casting to a TV and crashes in the power and battery settings menu. Users can customize their startup sounds by editing registry settings, although the option to revert to the Vista sound is not available in the sounds folder.

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July 30, 2025

Microsoft finally exorcises the ghost of Windows Vista that’s been haunting the testing channels

Microsoft has addressed a bug in the Windows 11 testing channels that replaced the startup sound with that of Windows Vista. This issue first appeared in the Beta and Dev channels, then resurfaced in the Canary branch. A new patch for the Canary branch has restored the correct Windows 11 boot sound and fixed other bugs, including black desktop backgrounds and crashes in the Settings application. Key changes in the latest update include: - Restoration of the correct Windows 11 boot sound. - Improvements to the desktop experience, resolving unexpected black backgrounds. - Stability enhancements for the Settings application, particularly in the Power & Battery section. - Repositioning of the search functionality in the Settings menu for easier access. Additional fixes include resolving an audio issue after casting to a TV, addressing system crashes for some users after upgrading, and fixing display issues in the Group Policy Editor for certain languages. Known issues that remain include complications with Windows Hello PIN and biometrics for users transitioning to the Canary Channel and visual glitches during upgrades.

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February 5, 2025

Windows 11 KB5050094 has major issues, including spinning cursor on Windows 11 24H2

Windows 11 KB5050094 was released on January 28 to address the DAC audio bug but introduced several new issues. Users reported a persistent spinning cursor every thirty seconds, problems with File Explorer becoming unresponsive, and difficulties with Save As, Open, and Browse dialogs. Some users experienced audio devices disappearing in applications like Kodi, while others faced a loop of Windows attempting to reinstall the same update, particularly affecting ARM users with error 0x80070302. Hyper-V functionality was disrupted during Remote Desktop Protocol sessions, and there were rare instances of increased idle RAM usage and elevated CPU/GPU temperatures. Uninstalling the update reportedly restored normal functionality for some users. The upcoming February 2025 Patch Tuesday update is expected to address the DAC audio bug but may carry over similar issues from KB5050094.

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December 21, 2024

Windows 11 24H2 strikes a sour note as audio bug hits the update, leaving some PCs silent

Windows 11 version 24H2 has audio output issues affecting certain devices, causing silence from built-in speakers, Bluetooth devices, and headsets. Microsoft has acknowledged this problem in its release health dashboard and identified Dirac Audio software, specifically the cridspapo.dll file, as the cause. A temporary block on the 24H2 update has been implemented for systems using Dirac Audio to prevent further complications. Microsoft is working with Dirac to develop a new driver to fix the issue, which will be distributed through Windows Update once available. Users on earlier versions, such as Windows 11 23H2, are not affected by the audio bug. Additionally, there is another issue where some PCs unexpectedly play sound at maximum volume.

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December 20, 2024

Windows 11 24H2 is the unwanted holiday gift that keeps on giving thanks to Auto HDR game crashes, audio device woes, odd bouts of stuttering and more

Microsoft's 24H2 update for Windows 11 has caused various issues for users, including game stuttering, unexpected crashes, and disappearing audio devices. The update has led to problems with Auto HDR, resulting in incorrect game colors and crashes, particularly affecting certain display configurations. Audio issues have been reported with devices using Dirac Audio, but others have experienced similar problems without it. Users have also faced driver disruptions, notification glitches, animation issues, and browser freezing. The update has been withheld from machines with certain Ubisoft games installed to prevent crashes, and previous issues included an audio bug and a BSOD bug related to Western Digital SSDs.

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December 19, 2024

Microsoft confirms even more Windows 11 24H2 bugs: audio output is now affected

Windows 11 version 24H2 has two notable bugs affecting gamers and audio functionality. One issue involves the Auto HDR feature for gamers, while the other affects sound output across devices due to complications with the cridspapo.dll file, which is part of Dirac Audio technology. Microsoft has implemented a temporary update block for certain devices from a specific manufacturer due to these audio issues, preventing sound through integrated speakers, Bluetooth devices, and headsets. Users can check for updates to see if their devices are impacted, and currently, no workarounds exist. Microsoft plans to release an updated driver to resolve the issue and lift the upgrade block. Additionally, another audio bug in this version causes systems to output sound at 100% volume, which Microsoft is also addressing.

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November 22, 2024

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 trashes game audio, breaks date & time setting

Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update is causing issues with date and time settings, particularly affecting the time zone feature and automatic time synchronization after sleep mode. Users without administrative privileges cannot adjust their time zone settings, although the functionality itself is not disrupted. A workaround involves using the Control Panel for adjustments. Microsoft is investigating these issues and plans to release a fix, potentially by late January 2025. Additionally, there is a bug causing USB audio devices, especially USB digital audio converters, to spike sound levels to 100%. This issue occurs under specific conditions, and Microsoft is also working on a resolution for this problem. Despite these issues, the Windows 11 2024 Update is still available, with the upgrade block recently lifted for more PCs.

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November 21, 2024

Gamers using Windows 11 24H2 systems are getting jumpscared by this one weird audio bug

Windows 11 users have reported a bug that causes the volume to unexpectedly increase to 100% when using USB DAC audio devices, particularly noted with the Creative Sound BlasterX G6. This issue can occur when the computer is manually put into sleep mode and then woken up, or when the audio device is quickly connected and disconnected. Microsoft has identified the cause as a timing problem in the AudioEndpointBuilder service and is working on a fix. Until resolved, users are advised to keep their USB DAC devices unplugged to avoid sudden loud noises. Additionally, users of Windows 24H2 systems have faced other issues, including blue screens with certain Western Digital SSDs and a large cache file from a recent update that cannot be deleted.