All articles tagged with #workarounds
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Windows Central
Battlefield 6, released on multiple platforms, faces several bugs and launch issues such as errors in downloading, launching, and server disconnections. EA and DICE are working on fixes, with some workarounds available like restarting the game or verifying files, but players may need to wait for official patches to resolve more serious problems.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Verge
Microsoft is closing loopholes that allowed Windows 11 users to set up the OS with a local account without internet, requiring users to connect and sign in with a Microsoft account during setup in future versions. The company is also adding a way to customize the user folder name during setup, though currently via command line. These changes aim to ensure a fully configured device and reduce setup issues caused by previous workarounds.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Windows Central
Microsoft's Windows 11 version 25H2 has been released with known issues affecting DRM-protected content playback and update installation from network shares. While a workaround exists for update installation, there is no current fix for DRM-related playback problems, which Microsoft plans to address in future updates. Users are advised to stay informed for further updates.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by PhoneArena
The recent iOS 17.2.1 update, intended to fix a battery drain issue, has inadvertently caused cellular connectivity problems for some iPhone users. Complaints have surfaced on Apple's Support Community Discussions website, with users experiencing network connection failures and, ironically, battery drain and overheating issues, particularly on iPhone 15 series models. Workarounds suggested by users include resetting network settings, performing a factory reset, deleting VPN profiles, or installing the iOS 17.3 beta, which might resolve the connectivity bug. However, users are cautioned that beta versions can be unstable and they would need to remain in the beta program until the final release.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dataconomy
Users have been experiencing a bug on Facebook where the back button does not work, leaving them unable to navigate back to previous screens. The issue can be caused by compatibility issues, recent updates, app conflicts, device software problems, Facebook app glitches, beta testing, or server issues. Workarounds include pressing and holding the back button, updating the Facebook app, closing other apps, restarting the device, checking for app conflicts, reviewing device navigation settings, and reaching out to Facebook Support for assistance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tom's Guide
Users have reported Wi-Fi issues on iPhones running iOS 17, including slow connections, apps failing to load content, and issues with web browsing. Apple has not acknowledged the problem, and there is no official fix at the moment. Some users have found workarounds, such as turning off iCloud private relay or adjusting Wi-Fi range, but these may have limitations. The extent of the problem is unclear, but it has affected a significant number of people. A software update is hoped to provide a permanent solution.