Microsoft Cross Device Service Archives

Winsage

June 18, 2024

Yes, Microsoft Cross Device Service is causing high CPU usage in Windows 11; no, there is no fix

- Windows 11 Insider builds are experiencing high CPU usage issues. - The cause of the issue has been identified as the Cross Device Service. - Microsoft is working on a fix, but there is no timeline for when it will be available. - Users can leave the Windows Insider program or disable the Cross Device Service as workarounds.

Winsage

June 16, 2024

Windows 11 bug eats CPU resources — Microsoft identifies Cross Device Service as cause, no fix ready yet | Tom’s Hardware

The June Windows 11 Insider builds have a high CPU usage bug tied to a specific Service, which can be manually fixed by disabling the Microsoft Cross Device Service. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue but has not yet released a fix. Phone Link support is identified as a likely culprit, and concerns are raised about Microsoft's priorities in developing Windows 11. Windows 10 users do not have to worry about this issue yet, but support is set to end in 2025.

Winsage

June 16, 2024

Microsoft: Windows 11 Cross Device Service high CPU usage bug is real

High CPU usage on Windows systems has been linked to the Microsoft Cross Device Service, causing multiple users to report the issue. Microsoft engineer Jennifer G has confirmed the problem and stated that a fix is being worked on.