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Winsage

December 3, 2025

Windows gets a ‘Liquid Glass’ makeover in a concept, and fans want Microsoft to hire the creator

Microsoft is integrating AI capabilities into Windows, aiming for an "agentic OS" that performs tasks autonomously. This initiative has faced backlash, prompting clarifications from the company. A fan-made concept video by YouTube creator AR 4789 presents a "Liquid Glass" aesthetic for Windows, featuring smooth animations and rounded corners. The concept includes a lock screen with a weather widget, a macOS-style Dock, an AI-powered search bar, and a redesigned system tray. Key applications like File Explorer and Settings have also been updated, along with features allowing users to pin widgets to the desktop and a revamped Start menu. The community has responded positively, encouraging Microsoft to consider this design.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

Android 16 finally fights notification overload and lets you kill ugly icons

Android 16 introduces a shift from annual feature releases to continuous updates. Key features include a "Notification organizer" that groups and silences low-priority notifications, and AI tools that summarize lengthy messages and chat threads. Themed icons can now be applied across all apps for a consistent look. The update also includes a centralized Family Link hub for managing screen time and app usage on children's devices. These changes are currently rolling out to eligible Pixel devices.

Winsage

December 2, 2025

Windows 11: Password button may be missing on the lock-screen

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue affecting Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, which arose from the August 2025 non-security preview updates. Users have reported that the password button is missing from the lock screen sign-in page, although the area where the icon should be remains functional for entering passwords. This issue was first noted on November 30, 2025, and there is currently no workaround other than clicking the invisible area to sign in. Microsoft is working on a resolution and will provide updates.

Winsage

December 1, 2025

Microsoft confirms KB5064081 update hides Windows 11 lock screen password icon

Microsoft has acknowledged that a recent update, KB5064081, has inadvertently concealed the password sign-in option from the lock screen in Windows 11, affecting some users. The update was released at the end of August 2025, and while not all users are impacted, it has raised concerns about accessibility. The password icon is not visible when multiple sign-in options are enabled, but users can still log in by hovering over the area where the icon should appear. Microsoft has not provided a fix or timeline for resolution.

Winsage

November 30, 2025

Windows update makes sign-in password icon invisible — Microsoft says you can still click on empty space to enter your password

Microsoft has acknowledged a minor issue in the non-security preview update KB5064081, which may complicate the login process for users by causing the password icon to be missing or invisible on the lock screen. Users can still log in by clicking on the empty space where the button typically resides. This issue primarily affects the Windows user interface and is expected to impact only users within the preview channel. Microsoft is actively working to resolve this issue. Additionally, Microsoft previously issued an emergency patch for a different update that rendered users unable to use their keyboard and mouse in the Windows Recovery Environment and released a driver update that improved performance in certain games by 50%. Windows Insider channels are in place to catch most bugs before they reach the general user base, but some glitches still occur in wider releases.

Winsage

November 30, 2025

Microsoft warns Windows 11 users: If you can’t find password login option, it’s because… – The Times of India

Windows 11 users are experiencing a glitch where the password sign-in icon is missing from the lock screen after installing the non-security preview update KB5064081. This issue affects users with the August 2025 update or later on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 systems. Microsoft confirmed that the password functionality is still available by hovering over the area where the icon should be, allowing users to access the password text box. Microsoft has not provided a permanent fix yet. Additionally, other problems linked to recent updates include DRM-protected videos freezing and unexpected User Account Control prompts for non-admin users. Microsoft also addressed failures in security updates delivered through WSUS, which affected reset and recovery features in Windows 10 and Windows 10 Enterprise.

Winsage

November 30, 2025

Can’t See Passworrd Icon in Lock screen Sign-in Options? Microsoft Says KB5064081 is to Blame

The password sign-in icon on the Windows 11 lock screen may be missing due to a bug confirmed by Microsoft, which arose after the August 2025 non-security preview update (KB5064081) or subsequent updates for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. Users can still access their accounts by hovering over the blank area where the icon usually appears, which will reveal the password sign-in option. Clicking this area brings up the password text field for standard sign-in. The only current workaround is to use this "invisible button" method. Microsoft is aware of the issue and is working on a fix, but no timeline has been provided.

Winsage

November 30, 2025

Windows 11 bug “hides” your password sign-in button and Microsoft’s fix is… hover and click the right spot

Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in Windows 11 that obscures the “password” icon, preventing users from accessing the password field when logging in. This issue affects all PCs that have installed specific updates released between August 29 and November 11, 2023. Users who wish to log in using a password instead of a PIN are primarily impacted. Although the password button remains functional when hovering over the area where the icon should be, Microsoft has humorously suggested clicking randomly on the lock screen as a workaround.

Winsage

November 30, 2025

Microsoft Confirms Windows Password Failure—No Fix Available

Microsoft has issued guidance on workarounds for users experiencing issues with recent Windows 11 updates, particularly a missing password icon on the lock screen. The icon is functional but not visible, and Microsoft suggests users click randomly on the lock screen to potentially access it. This issue affects all PCs running specific update versions, including KB5068861, KB5067036, KB5070773, KB5066835, KB5065789, KB5068221, KB5065426, and KB5064081, released between August 29 and November 11. The problem has been described as widespread, though Microsoft has not disclosed the number of affected users.

Winsage

November 29, 2025

This free program is all I need to make my Windows desktop perfect

Microsoft removed widget support after Windows 7, leading to nostalgia for native desktop widgets. Windows 11 reintroduced widgets, but the implementation was limited and cluttered. Widget Launcher allows users to add and pin customizable widgets directly to their desktops, offering a user-friendly interface and easy installation from the Microsoft Store. It features two skins (light and dark), customizable color settings, and retains data without crashes. The app runs automatically at boot, maintaining desktop layout and settings, and has low resource consumption, rarely exceeding 100 MB of memory usage. The default widget collection includes practical options like a Notes widget, RSS feed widget, and world clock widget, with a free tier that meets most users' needs and a paid tier for additional designs.