Windows January update causes a series of problems

According to TechSpot , Microsoft is facing a wave of complaints from users after the January 2025 Windows updates caused a series of problems for devices. Reported issues include USB connection errors, DAC driver problems, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and many other software bugs.

Windows updates continue to cause trouble

Specifically, updates KB5049981 (Windows 10), KB5050009 (Windows 11 24H2), and KB5050021 (earlier versions of Windows 11) are believed to be the cause of the above errors. Although Microsoft has acknowledged some issues related to Open Secure Shell and Citrix, users said they encountered more errors that affected their daily usage experience.

Windows January update causes a series of problems

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Some common errors include:

• Connection error: USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi lost connection or not working properly.
• Driver error: DAC driver has problem, affecting sound quality.
• Peripheral device error: Webcam, Bluetooth headset, scanner, printer stop working.
• Software error: Snipping Tool, Alt+Tab function, Task Manager malfunction.

These bugs appear on both Windows 10 and Windows 11, raising concerns about the quality of recent updates, especially in the context of Windows 11 24H2 still being controversial with many serious bugs.

Microsoft recommends that users who have not yet updated should temporarily delay installing these patches. Users who have updated and are experiencing issues can submit feedback via the Feedback Hub app or try rolling back to a previous version of Windows.

This incident once again raises the alarm for thorough testing before releasing system updates. Users hope that Microsoft will soon fix these bugs to ensure a stable and reliable experience on Windows.

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