audio output Archives

BetaBeacon

April 17, 2025

This vest transformed the way I experience games

The Woojer Haptic Vest 3 provides immersive gaming experiences by adding haptic feedback to the whole torso, allowing users to feel vibrations corresponding to in-game actions such as shooting a gun or getting shot. The vest operates on sound and connects to audio sources via Bluetooth or a 3.5mm cable. It features a battery pack that lasts approximately 8 hours and can be controlled through the Woojer app on a phone. The vest is comfortable to wear and best suited for games with specific tactile experiences, such as shooters and rhythm games. Despite being a costly investment, the Woojer Haptic Vest 3 enhances immersion and spatial awareness in gaming.

Winsage

March 27, 2025

10 pesky Windows 11 24H2 bugs still haunting PCs despite several patches

In October, Microsoft released the 2024 update for Windows 11, known as Windows 11 24H2, which enhances Copilot AI, refines File Explorer, and improves performance and stability. The update is available for users of Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2 through the Windows Update screen or Microsoft's official Download Windows 11 page. However, various bugs have been reported, leading Microsoft to temporarily pause the update for certain problematic PCs. Notable issues include: 1. AutoCAD 2022 may not open on some systems. 2. PCs with Citrix components may struggle with installation due to a glitch from the January Patch Tuesday update. 3. Compatibility issues with the Easy Anti-Cheat program can result in Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors, particularly on Intel Alder Lake+ processors. 4. Users report internet connectivity problems after the update, with some unable to receive a valid IP address. 5. Network sharing issues prevent devices from appearing in the network list. 6. Printer setup issues affect users of Copilot+ PCs from various manufacturers. 7. Audio output problems occur on PCs with Dirac Audio technology. 8. Outlook may fail to launch if Google Workspace Sync is installed. 9. Integrated camera issues affect the Windows camera app and Windows Hello facial recognition. 10. Compatibility problems with Intel Smart Sound Technology drivers may trigger blue screens on certain PCs. Microsoft has issued several patches to address these bugs since the update's launch, but some patches have introduced new issues.

AppWizard

March 25, 2025

20 advanced Android 15 tips

Android 15 introduces several enhancements for user experience, including: - Notification Cooldown feature to manage alerts more effectively. - Modes system for tailoring device settings based on context (work, leisure, rest). - Separation of Samsung’s Quick Settings and notification panels for streamlined access. - Private Space feature for safeguarding selected applications within the app drawer. - App pair feature for running two applications side by side. - Transformation of Samsung's Android app drawer for improved navigation. - New Home Control screen saver for managing connected devices. - Expanded volume panel for customizing audio output. - Improved contrast controls for better visibility and accessibility across interfaces.

Winsage

February 27, 2025

10 bugs still haunt Windows 11 24H2 despite multiple patches

In October, Microsoft released the Windows 11 24H2 update, enhancing Copilot AI and improving File Explorer, performance, and stability. The update is available for Windows 11 versions 23H2 and 22H2 through Windows Update or Microsoft's Download Windows 11 page. However, the update has encountered multiple bugs, leading Microsoft to pause it for certain problematic PCs. Several patches have been released to address these issues, including initial fixes in late October, further resolutions in mid-November, and specific updates for USB device issues, conflicts with Ubisoft games, and an optional preview update in January. Ongoing issues include AutoCAD 2022 not opening, conflicts with Citrix components, Easy Anti-Cheat causing blue screens, driver incompatibilities leading to blue screens, internet connection problems, broken clipboard history, network sharing failures, printer setup issues on Copilot+ PCs, audio output glitches, and Outlook failing to launch with Google Workspace Sync. Microsoft has acknowledged these problems and is working on solutions while maintaining a Known Issues and Notifications page.

AppWizard

February 24, 2025

This Raspberry Pi Creeper robot is bringing our Minecraft nightmares to real life

The Raspberry Pi has been used to create a creeper robot by developer Efren Lopez, integrating artificial intelligence. The robot can navigate and observe its surroundings, featuring a body on motorized wheels, a movable head with a servo mechanism, and a camera module for vision. It is powered by a Raspberry Pi 5, connected to a Pimoroni NVMe Base Duo, a Hailo-8 Raspberry Pi AI kit, and a Pimoroni Yukon board, with onboard batteries for mobility. The robot includes two cameras (a Pi Cam V3 and an Arducam ToF module) and a Dayton audio transducer for audio output. Lopez has shared build videos on YouTube to showcase the robot's capabilities.

Winsage

February 15, 2025

Microsoft says Windows 11 24H2 is ready for ASUS PCs after a BIOS update fixes BSOD

Windows 11 24H2 is now available for a wider range of ASUS PCs after a BIOS update that resolves a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) issue. Initially, the update was accessible only to systems using the Auto HDR feature. Certain ASUS models, such as the X415KA and X515KA, faced crashes during the update process due to compatibility issues linked to specific hardware features. A new BIOS patch has been released via Windows Update for affected ASUS PCs, which is necessary for certain configurations. ASUS BIOS versions 311 or older are not eligible for the Windows 11 24H2 update. This BIOS update is classified as a Critical Update and will not install automatically. Ongoing issues that may block the update include audio output loss on PCs with Dirac Audio, older versions of Safe Exam Browser failing to launch, BSOD errors on Intel Alder Lake+ and vPro systems, problems with third-party wallpaper applications, and BSODs related to specific Intel SST driver versions.

Winsage

December 23, 2024

New Windows 11 24H2 bug list: 12 reasons to avoid this update for now

On October 1, Microsoft released the 2024 update for Windows 11, named Windows 11 24H2, which includes an upgraded Copilot AI, a revamped File Explorer, and performance improvements. The update is available through the Windows Update screen or can be downloaded from Microsoft's website. However, the rollout has encountered several bugs, prompting Microsoft to temporarily halt the update for certain devices. Key issues reported include: 1. Conflicts with Ubisoft games, causing freezes or crashes. 2. Problems with the Auto HDR feature leading to incorrect color displays or unresponsive games. 3. Incompatibility with Easy Anti-Cheat software, resulting in blue screens for users with Intel's Alder Lake+ processors. 4. Blue screens due to driver incompatibilities, particularly with Intel's Smart Sound Technology and certain hardware configurations. 5. A bug causing the mouse pointer to disappear in Chromium-based applications. 6. Erratic internet connectivity issues, with some devices unable to obtain a valid IP address. 7. A time zone setting issue preventing users without administrative privileges from changing their time zone. 8. Problems with the clipboard history feature appearing empty despite copied items. 9. Network sharing issues where devices fail to appear in the network list. 10. Printer setup difficulties for users of Copilot+ PCs, particularly with HP, Canon, and Brother printers. 11. Audio output issues for users utilizing Dirac Audio technology. 12. Microsoft Outlook failing to launch for users relying on Google Workspace Sync. Microsoft has acknowledged these issues and is working on patches and solutions. Users are advised to delay upgrading to the 2024 version until these problems are resolved.

Winsage

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.

Winsage

December 20, 2024

Windows 11 24H2 breaks audio and Auto HDR, update blocked on affected PCs

The Windows 11 24H2 update, released in October, has caused issues for users, particularly with audio output and the Auto HDR feature. Microsoft has acknowledged that the audio issue affects systems from an undisclosed manufacturer using Dirac Audio and the cridspapo.dll file, preventing sound output through various devices without a workaround. The Auto HDR feature is experiencing glitches, including incorrect colors and system crashes, with the only temporary fix being to disable it. Microsoft has blocked the update on affected systems until these issues are resolved.