All articles tagged with #drivers
KB5074109 removes several legacy modem drivers (agrsm64.sys, agrsm.sys, smserl64.sys, smserial.sys), causing some modems to stop working. Microsoft says the change is a deliberate security measure, not a bug, and recommends uninstalling or pausing the update as a temporary workaround while affected hardware and drivers are updated.
AMD released the Adrenalin Edition 26.1.1 WHQL drivers, adding support for Ryzen AI mobile processors and an optional AI Bundle, expanding product coverage to Ryzen AI 9 HX models and several 4xx/... series chips. It also adds new game support for Starsand Island and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora – From the Ashes Edition, and includes fixes for shadow rendering in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, texture issues in Enshrouded, Diablo IV launch problems with non-English usernames, and rendering problems in Chromium/Electron apps on RX 5000/6000 GPUs, plus Unreal Engine 5.6/Lumen HWRT and certain Flight Simulator/Baldur’s Gate 3 scenarios. Known issues remain (Cyberpunk 2077 path tracing crashes, Battlefield 6 instability on Ryzen AI HX 370, Roblox task-switching crashes on RX 7000, Battlefield 6 texture flicker with Record & Stream), with AMD continuing to work on fixes.
Linux 6.19-rc5 patches breakage for newer NVIDIA GPUs on the Nouveau driver, fixes a RISC-V attack surface, resolves a Rust Binder issue, and adds HID++ support for the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S (high‑resolution scrolling) along with ELECOM M‑XT3DRBK, as part of ongoing driver and kernel updates ahead of a February stable release.
The ARCA Menards Series announced its 2026 Road to Daytona participants, featuring a mix of grassroots champions and rookies from various racing series who will practice at Daytona International Speedway in January, with the season kicking off in February.
Max Verstappen was voted driver of the year for the fifth consecutive time by his peers in 2025, finishing just behind Lando Norris in a competitive season, with Norris winning his first F1 title. The top drivers included George Russell, Oscar Piastri, Charles Leclerc, and newcomers Ollie Bearman and Isack Hadjar, highlighting a dynamic and competitive year in Formula 1.
Max Verstappen was voted driver of the year for the fifth consecutive time by F1 team principals, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri also highly ranked. The poll reflects the drivers' performances in 2025, highlighting Verstappen's dominance and notable performances from other drivers like George Russell and Fernando Alonso.
NVIDIA has discontinued support for Pascal GPUs on Linux, causing issues for users on Arch Linux who face driver failures after updates. The workaround involves using a legacy driver from the AUR, maintained by CachyOS, but this can break Steam and requires additional hacks. The situation highlights challenges in supporting older hardware on Linux.
The article showcases the 2025 Formula 1 drivers exchanging Secret Santa gifts, highlighting the festive spirit and the variety of presents, from heartfelt to humorous, in this annual holiday tradition.
Uber is seeking drivers in Southend after the city lifted a seven-year ban, granting it a five-year private hire operator's licence with strict safety conditions. While Uber aims to offer affordable transport and new earning opportunities, local taxi firms are concerned about potential monopolistic practices and price competition. The move is expected to increase ride options for residents and visitors, with Uber emphasizing safety and compliance measures.
The Brazilian Grand Prix was unpredictable, with Lando Norris emerging as the biggest winner by gaining significant championship points, while Ferrari and Williams faced setbacks. Max Verstappen showed resilience with a podium from a pitlane start, and rookies like Kimi Antonelli impressed. Conversely, Aston Martin and Oscar Piastri experienced disappointing results, highlighting the race's strategic and competitive volatility.
AMD's decision to stop focusing on game optimization updates for the RX 5000 and RX 6000 series Windows drivers does not significantly impact Linux users, as open-source drivers continue to support these GPUs and older hardware, ensuring ongoing functionality and community-driven improvements.
Uber is offering drivers $4,000 incentives to switch to electric vehicles amid threats from Trump to eliminate zero emissions targets, highlighting ongoing debates over environmental policies and corporate sustainability efforts.
Uber is offering $4,000 grants to drivers in select US states to encourage the switch to electric vehicles, aiming to meet its goal of 100% electric trips by 2030. The move comes after the expiration of federal EV tax credits and is part of Uber's broader shift to promote sustainability, including rebranding to Uber Electric and expanding EV support features. The initiative faces challenges such as the high upfront cost of EVs and the independent contractor status of drivers, but Uber remains committed to increasing EV adoption globally.
The upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix promises an action-packed race with a tight championship race, team rivalries, rookie debuts, and the unique challenge of high altitude affecting car performance, all set against the vibrant atmosphere of Mexico City.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup race at Las Vegas is crucial for drivers in the Round of 8, with some benefiting from recent strong performances and others facing challenges due to poor recent results or lack of top finishes, as teams aim for momentum before the offseason.