➀ Microsoft has temporarily blocked the Windows 11 24H2 update on PCs with certain Ubisoft games installed due to persistent crashes and performance issues. ➁ The affected games include popular titles like Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Assassin's Creed Origins, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Star Wars Outlaws, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. ➃ Ubisoft has released a temporary hotfix for Star Wars Outlaws, but a permanent fix for all affected games is still in the works.
Recent #Software Update news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Gran Turismo 7 receives 5 new cars in the latest update; ➁ The update includes new Scapes and world circuit events; ➂ The game's advanced driving AI Sophy gains two additional tracks to race on.
➀ Nvidia App has officially left beta and entered full release; ➁ The app brings advanced settings from the old Nvidia Control Panel; ➂ It serves as a hub for other Nvidia services like GeForce Now and Chat RTX; ➃ The app offers features like driver updates, system and display settings, and performance tuning.
➀ NVIDIA's new app replaces GeForce Experience and NVIDIA Control Panel; ➁ No login required to access all features; ➂ Includes game optimizations, AI GPU tuning, and driver updates.
➀ The Xbox version of Death Stranding is experiencing a major game-breaking bug; ➁ The issue is related to the Xbox's 'Quick Resume' feature; ➂ 505 Games and Kojima Productions are working on a fix.
➀ Microsoft is notifying Mail and Calendar app users to switch to free web-based Outlook; ➁ The app will stop working after December 31, 2024; ➂ Users are encouraged to migrate by the end of 2024 for seamless transition.
➀ Microsoft is upgrading Notepad and Paint with new generative AI tools; ➁ Paint now includes generative fill and generative erase features; ➂ Notepad's AI can rewrite content, rephrase sentences, and alter tone.
➀ Raspberry Pi OS has transitioned from the X Window system to the Wayland compositor; ➁ The update brings improved touchscreen support and an on-screen keyboard; ➂ The move to Wayland is intended to improve performance and integration with future Raspberry Pi hardware.
➀ Nvidia App has been in beta despite being available for some time; ➁ The official launch of version 1.0 is expected with the GeForce RTX 50 series; ➂ The App aims to combine features of GeForce Experience and Control Panel.
➀ Apple has quietly withdrawn the iOS 18 update for iPads; ➁ Users reported their iPads bricked after updating; ➂ Apple acknowledged the issue and removed the update for M4 iPad Pros.
➀ Google has started rolling out Android 15, the latest version of its mobile operating system, starting with Pixel devices; ➁ The new version includes UI changes, graphics improvements, camera enhancements, and more; ➃ App compatibility is a priority, with changes for most apps being opt-in until targeting SDK version 35.
➀ The original release of Alan Wake was removed from sale on Steam due to expiring music licenses. ➁ The game is set to receive an update on September 10th to remove the song 'Space Oddity' and replace it with a new original song. ➂ The 2021 Remaster of Alan Wake will not be affected by this change.
➀ Adds support for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta, Concord, FINAL FANTASY XVI, Star Wars Outlaws; ➁ Introduces new HYPR-Tune profiles and AMD Radeon Anti-Lag 2 support; ➂ Fixes various issues in games like Black Myth: Wukong and Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales.
❶ CrowdStrike, following a major PC outage caused by buggy software updates, is offering $10 UberEats gift cards to affected partners. ❷ Some reports indicate that the vouchers are either inadequate or have been canceled. ❸ CrowdStrike's market cap has dropped by $12.5 billion USD since the incident, potentially affecting their ability to provide these compensations.
1. CrowdStrike's widespread software update caused a major IT disaster affecting multiple industries. 2. The company faces potential legal liabilities and customer losses. 3. The stock is highly overvalued and faces significant downside risks.
1. Microsoft has added spellchecking and autocorrect features to Windows Notepad after 41 years. 2. The updated Notepad app is now available in Windows 11. 3. Spellcheck supports multiple languages and can be toggled on or off in settings.
1. Google has acknowledged that factory resets on some Pixel 6 series phones are causing them to become unusable. 2. The issue is related to the latest OTA update and affects Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a models. 3. Google is working on a fix and has provided temporary workarounds for affected users.
1. Google acknowledges a problem with Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a devices where they may become unresponsive after a system update and factory reset. 2. The company advises users to wait 15 minutes after the update reboot before resetting the device or to reset before updating. 3. Google is investigating the root cause and working on a fix, promising to update users with new information.
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