Windows 11 24H2 Update Faces Widespread Bug Reports

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update introduces numerous issues, including audio, Bluetooth, and webcam malfunctions, prompting user frustrations and temporary fixes.

• The Windows 11 24H2 update, released in October 2024, has been plagued by bugs affecting key functionalities such as audio playback, Bluetooth connections, and webcams.
• Microsoft has paused the update for certain devices and issued multiple patches, including the optional KB5050094 update, which addresses USB audio device issues and other glitches.
• Some users report additional problems, including blue screen errors, game crashes, disappearing mouse pointers, and network connectivity failures.
• The January 2025 Patch Tuesday updates introduced new bugs, such as conflicts with Citrix components, USB DACs, and specific gaming features like Alt+Tab functionality.
• Microsoft is working on fixes for unresolved issues and advises users to uninstall problematic updates if necessary or delay installing the 24H2 update on affected devices.

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