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Microsoft admits a Windows 11 bug is causing stutter in games, and it’s not your mouse or drivers’ fault
Winsage
October 14, 2026

Microsoft admits a Windows 11 bug is causing stutter in games, and it’s not your mouse or drivers’ fault

Microsoft released the October 2026 Patch Tuesday update (KB5127648) for Windows 11, which fixes a mouse input stuttering bug affecting certain games. This issue was acknowledged in the release notes, stating that the update resolves the stuttering problem. The fix was not included in the optional preview released on September 22. While specific causes and affected games were not disclosed, anecdotal evidence suggests the problem originated from Windows itself. Users reported erratic mouse behavior in games like Star Wars: The Old Republic and Final Fantasy XIV, with persistent issues even after trying various fixes. The update brings Windows 11 versions to Build 26300.9711 for 26H2, Build 26200.9711 for 25H2, and Build 26100.9711 for 24H2, marking the final release for Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro. An offline installer is available for those having trouble with Windows Update. If stuttering continues, users are advised to check for outdated drivers or other potential issues.
Nvidia GTX Pascal-era GPUs are now running on Windows XP thanks to modders
Winsage
October 5, 2026

Nvidia GTX Pascal-era GPUs are now running on Windows XP thanks to modders

Modder SupraGSX has created an unofficial Nvidia driver called ForceWare 382.69 for Windows XP, enabling compatibility with Nvidia's Pascal graphics cards, including the Titan Xp. This driver is based on Nvidia's GeForce 368.69 driver and is designed for 32-bit versions of Windows XP, allowing the use of modern graphics cards like the GTX 1080 Ti and Titan X. It also supports contemporary display standards such as DisplayPort 1.4 HBR3 and HDMI 2.0, with successful tests reported on high-refresh-rate monitors. The driver supports Direct3D 9 and OpenGL, but users have reported inconsistent performance and issues with certain functionalities. ForceWare 382.69 is available on GitHub, but installing unofficial drivers carries risks, especially for valuable hardware. Windows XP is not suitable for modern internet use and lacks support for contemporary software.
TITAN Xp Finally Runs on Windows XP Thanks to a Modded NVIDIA Driver
Winsage
October 5, 2026

TITAN Xp Finally Runs on Windows XP Thanks to a Modded NVIDIA Driver

A modder named SupraGSX released an unofficial Windows XP driver on GitHub called Forceware 382.69, designed to support NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 10-series graphics cards, including the TITAN Xp. This driver is a patched version of NVIDIA's older 368.81 driver from July 2016, specifically for 32-bit Windows XP systems. It supports various graphics cards, including GTX 1060, GTX 1070, GTX 1070 Ti, GTX 1080, GTX 1080 Ti, TITAN X (Pascal), TITAN Xp, and some GTX 900-series and Quadro cards. The driver introduces support for DisplayPort 1.4 HBR3 and HDMI 2.0, although not all models were individually validated. The latest build, released on October 4, fixes OpenGL crashes on Pascal cards, verified on the GTX 1080 Ti, while support for GP107 cards, like the GTX 1050 Ti, remains experimental. Users are advised to be cautious when installing unverified drivers on their primary machines.
Announcing new builds for 18 September 2026
Winsage
September 19, 2026

Announcing new builds for 18 September 2026

New Windows 11 Insider Preview builds have been released for the Beta and Experimental channels. Notable new features include: - A new animation for the Mouse indicator in the Experimental channel, which can be activated through accessibility settings and kept visible until the escape key is pressed. - A new contrast theme toggle in the Magnifier, also in the Experimental channel, designed to reduce screen glare without altering the appearance of images, charts, and videos. - Updates to the Cloud rebuild feature in the Experimental channel, allowing users to restore their Windows 11 PC to a clean state and sanitize device drives during the process. IT administrators can now configure and initiate Cloud rebuild remotely via the Recovery CSP.
Windows 11 is getting a better way to find your mouse cursor, and we tried it
Winsage
September 19, 2026

Windows 11 is getting a better way to find your mouse cursor, and we tried it

Microsoft has released a modernized version of the Mouse Indicator in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26340.9502 on September 18, 2026. This update features a new animation that can be activated through Accessibility settings, allowing users to keep the indicator on until they press the Esc key. Users can choose to activate the Mouse Indicator with a single or double Ctrl press. The previous version displayed a simplistic circle around the pointer briefly, while the new version offers a smoother, more dynamic animation. The feature is currently available only in the Insider build for the Experimental channel, and users can enable it by navigating to Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch > Mouse indicator.
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5: key changes
AppWizard
September 18, 2026

Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5: key changes

Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 was released on September 15, 2026, with a public rollout for Pixel devices starting the next day. This beta version enhances the Proactive Assistance feature on Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 devices, allowing users more control over personalized suggestions and addressing various bugs. It is a development build for supported Pixel devices and Android Emulator images, with identified builds CP41.260828.004.A8 and CP41.260828.005.A6, and a security patch level dated August 5, 2026. The update package size for the Pixel 10 Pro XL is approximately 667 MB. The notable change in Beta 5 is the introduction of two Proactive Assistance entries in the Settings menu, allowing users to manage proactive suggestions more effectively. The updated settings page includes a "Use app content for suggestions" option, enabling users to control which applications can share screen content and notifications. Google's release notes list several fixes, including issues with Bluetooth device icons, unexpected reboots, missing volume controls, search-field highlight rendering, unlocking Private Space, HDR behavior, Google Wallet touchscreen unresponsiveness, camera crashes, and distorted Bluetooth call audio. The stable release of Android 17 QPR2 is expected in December 2026, and users are advised that Beta 5 is a developmental tool that may contain errors. Additionally, new restrictions on programmatic USSD requests for call forwarding have been introduced to reduce potential fraud.
What Windows 11 KB5129195 fixes
Winsage
September 17, 2026

What Windows 11 KB5129195 fixes

On September 14, 2026, Microsoft released KB5129195, an out-of-band cumulative update for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, transitioning systems to build 26100.9457 for 24H2 and 26200.9457 for 25H2. The update addresses several regressions, including failed connections and sign-ins in Remote Desktop Services, host-folder sharing failures in Plan9 file sharing for HCS-managed Linux virtual machines, and failures affecting 8-channel and 3D-audio modes in USB Audio Class 1.0. However, it does not fix ongoing issues with AMD Radeon graphics cards, such as freezes, black screens, and driver timeouts, which have affected various hardware configurations. KB5129195 is available through multiple distribution channels, including Windows Update and WSUS.
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