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Winsage

July 7, 2026

Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 Issue Causes Black Screen, Start Menu Failure, and Taskbar Crashes

Microsoft has addressed critical user interface failures affecting Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 in enterprise environments, documented under update advisory KB5072911. These issues arise from cumulative updates released after July 2025, including KB5062553 and KB5065789, primarily impacting enterprise-managed systems and virtualized environments. Users may experience black screens, unresponsive Start menus, and taskbar failures following updates, particularly in non-persistent environments like Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). Core components such as Explorer.exe and XAML-dependent applications may fail to initialize or crash due to a timing issue in the update process, where required application packages are not properly registered. Microsoft has released updates starting June 23, 2026, under KB5095093 to address these issues and recommends temporary workarounds for affected systems, including manual registration of missing packages and deploying logon scripts in non-persistent environments. Organizations are encouraged to install the latest updates and review their update procedures to prevent future disruptions.

TrendTechie

July 2, 2026

Релиз BATorrent 3.0 — легковесного BitTorrent-клиента, созданного на C++, Qt 6 и libtorrent-rasterbar

BATorrent 1.0 is a lightweight BitTorrent client released in March 2026, developed using C++, Qt 6, and libtorrent-rasterbar. It is open-source and available on GitHub under the MIT license, with builds for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Key features include support for magnet links and .torrent files, resuming capabilities, sequential downloading, file prioritization, and imports from qBittorrent. It has automatic RSS downloading with regex filtering, duplicate detection, and automatic tracker list generation from Stremio. Streaming is supported with players like VLC and IINA. BATorrent emphasizes user privacy with no telemetry or analytics, and the only outgoing request is a release check on GitHub, which can be disabled. The user interface includes three themes, a real-time speed graph, a detailed tabbed panel, a filter panel, drag-and-drop support, and system tray notifications. It supports multiple languages and prioritizes privacy with features like PT mode for private trackers, one-click Tor proxy setup, and leech blocking. Notifications can be sent via Telegram webhook, and it has enhanced Discord presence status and native OS notifications.

AppWizard

June 29, 2026

Don’t like Gemini? Here’s how to roll back to Google Assistant on your Android phone

Many users have expressed frustration with the Gemini AI assistant, particularly regarding its performance in controlling smart home devices through Android phones. Complaints include sluggish response times and inaccuracies in interpreting commands, leading to disappointing interactions. Users have reported issues such as inaccurate weather updates and frequent error messages. To switch back to Google Assistant, users can navigate to the Settings menu, select Apps, locate the Assistant setting, and choose Google Assistant over Gemini. For devices with customized Android skins, users can open the Google app, tap their profile photo, access Settings, select Google Assistant, and choose between Gemini and Google Assistant. Further guides are available for reducing Gemini's visibility in various platforms and applications.

Tech Optimizer

June 22, 2026

pgAdmin 4 Released With Fixes for Seven Security Vulnerabilities and New Features

pgAdmin 4 version 9.16 has been released, featuring 64 bug fixes and addressing seven security vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-12044 to CVE-2026-12050). Key vulnerabilities include SQL injection flaws and cross-site scripting issues. CVE-2026-12044 involved SQL injection risks in dialog templates, while CVE-2026-12045 allowed attackers to bypass read-only transaction restrictions in the AI Assistant feature. Authentication issues were fixed in CVE-2026-12046, and client-side vulnerabilities were addressed in CVE-2026-12048 and CVE-2026-12047. Additional vulnerabilities included an open redirect in multi-factor authentication (CVE-2026-12049) and another SQL injection flaw in restore point functionality (CVE-2026-12050). Usability improvements include colorized panel headers, middle-click tab closing, and enhancements to OAuth2 login. The release supports new PostgreSQL storage parameters and includes dependency upgrades. Stricter access controls have been enforced, and pgAgent has been marked for removal. The update is available for download on multiple platforms.

Winsage

June 21, 2026

Microsoft reveals how to verify Windows 11’s Secure Boot update, what to do if your PC missed it

The expiration of Microsoft's Secure Boot 2011 certificates on June 24 will not prevent older Windows PCs from booting, as confirmed by Microsoft. Devices will continue to operate normally, but they will miss future boot-level security updates, including updates to the Windows Boot Manager and mitigations for newly identified vulnerabilities. The ability to receive the Secure Boot 2023 update depends on the device firmware's compatibility, with many manufacturers, including Dell, HP, Lenovo, and ASUS, having cutoffs for BIOS updates based on the device's End of Service Life. Older PCs using Legacy BIOS or Compatibility Support Module (CSM) mode do not utilize UEFI Secure Boot, making the update irrelevant. Users running Windows 11 on unsupported hardware may have Secure Boot disabled or improperly configured. Without the 2023 certificates, devices cannot receive future revocation updates to the Secure Boot DBX, which lists compromised bootloaders. Users on Windows 10 with supported OEMs may receive the update if a compatible BIOS is available, while those on older PCs without updates can continue using their devices but will lack future security updates. The Secure Boot status can be checked through the Windows Security app, with color-coded badges indicating the status of the certificates.

Winsage

June 17, 2026

Windows update leaves third-party Office document launches in limbo

Microsoft's June Windows update has caused issues for users of third-party applications that use Object Linking and Embedding (OLE) automation to interact with Office applications, leading to failed document launches without error messages. Affected applications include CCH Engagement, Workpaper Manager, Dentrix, Softdent, and Zotero. Microsoft has suggested a workaround of opening documents directly, but has stated that the responsibility for these issues lies with third-party developers, asserting no warranty on their performance. Users unable to resolve issues by opening files directly must wait for a fix in a future update, and organizations can contact Microsoft support for assistance. This is the first issue Microsoft has publicly acknowledged in the recent patch, amid ongoing complaints about other functionalities like OneDrive and BitLocker.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Is Facebook down? Live updates as Messenger and Meta apps offline in major outage

Meta's communications chief, Andy Stone, has acknowledged ongoing issues with Facebook but assured users that the company is working to address these challenges. Anecdotal evidence suggests that service is gradually being restored, with some users able to access the platform while others continue to experience difficulties. Facebook outages, though infrequent, can significantly impact its 3.6 billion daily users, as seen in a notable seven-hour outage in 2021 caused by an erroneous command. The recent outage has been described as one of the most significant in recent history, affecting millions globally. Instagram and WhatsApp were also impacted, though they are functioning better than Facebook, with users encountering loading issues on their web versions. During the outage, Facebook displayed a retro-style error page, indicating the service's temporary unavailability.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Facebook, Instagram, Messenger Outages: What We Know So Far

At 2:45 PM UK time, users experienced disruptions across Facebook and Messenger, encountering error messages. Other Meta services, including Instagram and WhatsApp, also faced issues globally. Meta's communications chief, Andy Stone, acknowledged the problem on X, stating they were working on it. By 3:38 PM UK time, some users reported regaining access to Facebook, while Messenger saw a spike in outages around 2:22 PM, which later decreased. Instagram had increased outage reports, while WhatsApp appeared to function normally. The cause of the outages is unclear, and Meta has not yet responded to inquiries. Meta services share server infrastructure, meaning issues can affect multiple platforms. In the past, Meta experienced a significant outage in 2021 due to an erroneous command affecting its network. The cause of the 2026 outages remains undetermined.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Facebook Faces Major Global Outage Affecting Messenger and Main App

Facebook experienced a significant outage that affected users globally, leading to automatic logouts and difficulties logging back in, with many encountering error messages. The main Facebook website displayed messages indicating issues, while Instagram and WhatsApp remained mostly functional, although some users faced sporadic problems with Instagram's web services. There was a lack of communication from Meta regarding the cause and resolution of the outage, leaving users and stakeholders awaiting an official statement.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Facebook and Messenger services gradually return after global outage

On Friday evening at around 8:19 PM local time, Facebook and Messenger services began to gradually restore for users in Bangladesh after a widespread outage that started at approximately 7:34 PM. Users initially faced error messages while logging into Facebook via desktop, slow loading times, and issues with the mobile app. Similar disruptions were reported on Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp, although the WhatsApp mobile app remained functional for some users. Meta spokesperson Andy Stone acknowledged the issues and stated that efforts were underway to resolve them. By 10:07 PM, signs of recovery were noted for Facebook and Messenger, but full operational capacity had not yet been restored, and no timeline for complete restoration was provided by Meta.