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SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview brings the 'beginnings of support for non-Steam Deck handhelds'
Winsage
March 15, 2025

SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview brings the ‘beginnings of support for non-Steam Deck handhelds’

Valve has released the SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview, which is currently exclusive to the Steam Deck but will soon support a wider range of non-Steam Deck handheld devices. Users can access the Preview channel by adjusting their Steam Deck update settings. Key updates include: - Updated to a newer Arch Linux base and Linux kernel version 6.11. - Bluetooth controllers can now wake LCD models of the Steam Deck. - Added support for the Proteus Byowave controller. - Resolved issues with the Switch Pro Controller gyros and stuck controller inputs. - Enabled HFP/HSP profiles for integrated microphone use with Bluetooth headsets in Desktop mode. - Introduced a battery level display for supported Bluetooth devices. - Improved compatibility for specific displays with the Steam Deck Dock. - Enabled AMD P-State CPU frequency control and fixed performance issues in certain games. - Updated desktop mode to Plasma 6.2.5, with improved surround sound functionality and pre-installed KDE Filelight. - Fixed various UI and system update issues, enhanced system responsiveness, and enabled IPv6 Privacy Extensions by default. Known issues include problems with Creative Zen Air Pro earbuds, Super NES controllers, and DualShock 3 controllers. Developer updates include kernel updates and improvements to system management.
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Winsage
February 28, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 bug is confusing people by displaying half the interface in one language, and the remainder in another

Windows 11 24H2 has a bug that causes mixed language displays in menus when users switch languages, often favoring the original language. This issue has been present since the update's rollout in October 2024 and affects some devices inconsistently. A recent optional update may resolve the problem for some users, with a full cumulative update expected next month.
Clapper Media Player Adds New Features, Official Windows Build
Winsage
February 12, 2025

Clapper Media Player Adds New Features, Official Windows Build

Clapper 0.8.0 introduces a libpeas-based plugin system, enhancing its media playback capabilities for other applications. Key features include an exit fullscreen keyboard shortcut (esc), a "New Window" menu item, an option to clear the playback queue, and a middle-click functionality for resizing the app window to the media aspect ratio. This version also officially supports Microsoft Windows, with the installer available on the Clapper GitHub releases page. Users can download Clapper from Flathub or build it from source, requiring GNOME 47 and associated media runtimes. An older version is available for Ubuntu users as a DEB package or unofficial snap.
Windows 11 24H2 gets a more streamlined taskbar and some much-needed bug fixes in Microsoft’s latest update
Winsage
November 22, 2024

Windows 11 24H2 gets a more streamlined taskbar and some much-needed bug fixes in Microsoft’s latest update

Windows 11 24H2 has an optional update, patch KB5046740, currently in testing. The update features enhancements to the taskbar and Start menu, including a more compact system tray that displays only the day and month, and a bug fix for the taskbar's auto-hide function. Users can now access a jump list for pinned applications in the Start menu. In File Explorer, a new Phone link option allows users to share files directly to smartphones, and a bug fix has improved icon spacing in the left panel. The update also includes various bug fixes related to Windows Update failures and clipboard history. Users can disable the new system tray features if they prefer the traditional display. This preview update may have glitches, and it will transition into the official December patch on December 10, with a minor update expected in January.
Noticed Windows 11 getting more buggy? Microsoft implements a load of bug fixes with new preview build, fighting some truly odd glitches
Winsage
November 14, 2024

Noticed Windows 11 getting more buggy? Microsoft implements a load of bug fixes with new preview build, fighting some truly odd glitches

Microsoft is focused on addressing bugs in Windows 11, particularly following the 24H2 update, which has introduced various issues. The latest preview build, 27749 for the Canary channel, includes a new keyboard shortcut for the Narrator tool and enhancements to its functionality in the Outlook app. Notable glitches being resolved include an issue with Task Manager inaccurately reporting zero running processes, delays and black screens when switching applications via Alt-Tab, and interface-related problems in File Explorer and the taskbar. Fixes also address a crash in the Privacy panel of the Settings app and a volume control issue that increased audio levels unexpectedly. The prevalence of these bugs is hypothesized to be linked to the transition to a new underlying platform, Germanium.
A Windows 11 24H2 bug is so odd that it causes the mouse pointer/cursor to disappear
Winsage
October 8, 2024

A Windows 11 24H2 bug is so odd that it causes the mouse pointer/cursor to disappear

The Windows 11 24H2 update reportedly improved the speed of the HP Spectre, but it caused a glitch where the mouse pointer vanished when interacting with text input fields in applications like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Slack, and Spotify. This issue appeared to be linked to the compatibility of these Chromium-based applications with the update. Attempts to resolve the problem, including resetting touchpad drivers and reinstalling drivers, were unsuccessful. A workaround was discovered, involving changes in the Mouse Properties settings to restore cursor functionality. This bug has affected a small group of users and has not been officially documented by Microsoft.
Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 Recall AI is not optional — a glitch made it appear so in the Windows 11 24H2 KB5041865 update | Tom's Hardware
Winsage
September 2, 2024

Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 Recall AI is not optional — a glitch made it appear so in the Windows 11 24H2 KB5041865 update | Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft clarified that the Windows 11 24H2 update, KB5041865, did not introduce the ability to uninstall the Recall feature through the “Turn Windows features on or off” dialog, identifying this as a bug that will be rectified. Once officially launched, Recall will allow users to disable it, but complete removal will not be an option. Microsoft has faced regulatory pressures in the EEA that previously compelled it to offer uninstallation options for Microsoft Edge. The rollout of Recall has been delayed due to mixed reception and security concerns. Starting next month, Microsoft will enable Copilot+ on PCs for Windows Insiders, but concerns arise if users can only disable it rather than completely uninstall it, potentially affecting its acceptance in corporate or government settings. A bug fix update is anticipated, and the Copilot feature will include the Copilot Screenray feature, which offers real-time analysis of desktop content but raises privacy concerns. It is important for Microsoft to ensure that users can securely disable or remove these features.
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