system error Archives

Winsage

November 23, 2025

Windows: New “Digital Signage Mode” Ends Bluescreens

The new Digital Signage Mode introduced by Microsoft allows Windows to display system error messages, such as the Blue Screen of Death, for only 15 seconds before turning the screen black. This feature aims to prevent public visibility of technical errors on digital signage while still allowing support teams to address issues. The mode also applies to other disruptive Windows dialogs, but it is specifically designed for non-interactive public displays and does not extend to kiosks, which require direct user interaction. The mode can be enabled through the Windows Settings app or a registry key.

Winsage

November 23, 2025

Microsoft prevents crash screens from staying visible on signage

Microsoft has introduced a Digital Signage mode in Windows 11 that automatically suppresses system error screens, including the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), after a fifteen-second display period. This feature aims to enhance user experience on public displays and is particularly useful for IT managers using Intune for device management. Additionally, Microsoft is previewing advanced text-generation tools for applications, including automated email summarization in Outlook and alternative text generation for images in Word, to improve productivity and accessibility.

AppWizard

November 3, 2025

Did you get notified about an uninstalled app on your T-Mobile device? Here’s why

Many Android users in the T-Mobile community received a notification stating, “com.applovin.array.apphub.tmobile uninstalled successfully.” The app, AppHub, developed by AppLovin, was a pre-installed application that recommended other apps but had the capability to install applications without user consent. Following an investigation into its code, AppLovin decided to discontinue the AppHub service to enhance user privacy and security. The uninstallation of AppHub is a permanent removal from devices and is not a system error or glitch. T-Mobile has not issued an official statement regarding this situation.

Winsage

October 1, 2025

Don’t buy a new Windows 11 laptop, Google argues, get a Chromebook Plus as it’s the “laptop that has never had a virus”

Google has launched a pop-up advertisement on Google.com promoting Chromebooks, targeting Windows 10 laptop owners as Microsoft ends support for that operating system in October. The ad encourages users to switch to a Chromebook instead of upgrading to Windows 11. It directs users to a "switch to Chromebook" portal showcasing Chromebook Plus models. The promotional video features a generic laptop with elements suggesting its Windows origins, including a 'virus detected' warning and a spinning circle associated with Windows systems. While Chromebooks offer advantages in security and simplicity, the ad implies Windows 11 lacks these features, which is misleading as Windows 11 also has strong security. Users can extend Windows 10 support until October 2026, indicating no immediate need to switch. The Chromebook pop-up may be selectively targeting certain Windows 10 users.

Winsage

August 23, 2025

Troubleshooting File System Errors on Windows 10/11 Drives

File system errors on Windows 10 and 11 can occur due to corrupted system files, faulty updates, bad sectors on the drive, malware infections, hardware issues, or application conflicts. Common error messages often include numeric codes indicating the type of problem. To fix these errors, users can follow several methods, starting with simpler solutions: 1. Restart the Computer: A simple restart can resolve temporary glitches. 2. Uninstall Problematic Windows Updates: If an error follows a recent update, uninstalling it may help. 3. Run DISM and SFC Commands: These commands repair the Windows system image and verify system files. 4. Run CHKDSK Command: This scans for bad sectors and repairs the file system structure. 5. Reset the Microsoft Store Cache: This clears the cache for Store-based apps without affecting installed apps. 6. Reinstall the Problematic Application: Uninstalling and reinstalling specific applications can resolve app-related errors. 7. Reset this PC: As a last resort, this option reinstalls Windows while allowing users to keep personal files or remove everything. Each method is arranged from least to most disruptive, allowing users to stop once the error is resolved.

Winsage

July 30, 2025

Microsoft says the Blue Screen of Death was “a source of anxiety and frustration,” which is why they changed it

Microsoft has redesigned the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) in the latest Windows 11 update, version 24H2 (KB5062660), replacing the traditional blue screen with a black restart screen that features a clearer message and removes the sad face and QR code. The time spent on the restart screen after a crash has been reduced from an average of 40 seconds to just 2 seconds. Additionally, unexpected restarts in Windows 11 have decreased by 24% compared to Windows 10, contributing to a more stable and reliable user experience.