[German]The printer manufacturer Brother is also trying a subscription model for inks and toners – similar to HP. The whole thing is currently being tested in France, and Germany will follow at some point.
[German]German blog reader Henning contacted me via email because he has been experiencing Windows 10 and Windows 11 issues on several machines since the August 2022 updates. Four identical systems running Windows 10 or Windows 11 have been experiencing startup issues since installing the August 2022 updates. The machines are stuck at 30% of the installation after a reboot. I put the description in the blog – maybe there are more affected or someone knows a solution.
[GER]Small addendum from this week: Google has introduced a new Chromecast model with support for Google TV (HD). With a Chromecast stick, you can stream wirelessly from a device (Android smartphone, desktop PC with Chrome browser) to a connected TV.
[German]In the last few days, I reported on various hacks at the ride service provider Uber, at Rockstar Games, and so on. A hacker with the alias Tea Pot claims to be only 18 years old and to have penetrated various IT systems for "fun". Subsequently, data was published. Now there are reports that the hacker belongs to the $Lapsus group – and an arrest of a 17 year old in the UK – in connection with hacking – has been reported.
[German]Microsoft has acknowledged compatibility issues with the drivers for Intel Smart Sound Technology on Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2. This can lead to BlueScreens and audio problems during operation. Microsoft has blocked the feature update to Windows 11 version 22H2 on affected systems.
[German]Mozilla developers have released versions 105.0.1 of the Firefox browser on September 23, 2022. It is maintenance update, which is supposed to fix bugs. Thanks to the reader for pointing it out.
[German]Small addendum: Apple has released iOS 16.0.2 for newer iPhone models on September 22, 2022. This is a maintenance update that is supposed to eliminate bugs and security gaps of the previous version. It also includes a fix for the camera problems of various iPhone 14 models. Thanks to Gerold for the tip.
[German]Since Microsoft released its cumulative (security) updates for Windows on September 13, 2022, copying or moving files via Group Policy (GPO) no longer works. I had addressed this here on the blog. Now a blog reader has provided me with some more hints as well as a PowerShell script to evaluate the paths that are affected. Therefore a supplement. Addendum: In addition, Microsoft has confirmed the problem.
Microsoft has just invited to an event "to see what's next" on October 12, 2022. Insiders expect that the manufacturer will introduce new Surface Tablet PCs at this event.
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