Windows 11 will soon reduce glare on your screen without ruining your photos or videos

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Windows 11 will soon reduce glare on your screen without ruining your photos or videos

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Sep 21, 2026

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Microsoft admits Windows 11’s emergency update still breaks audio, and a fix…

Microsoft’s emergency update KB5129195, released on September 14, 2026, resolved RDP and Claude Cowork issues but introduced new problems. The patch still breaks audio on some Windows 11 PCs, causing “no audio output” and “Code 10” errors, particularly affecting USB audio devices. Domain‑joined machines lose secure trust, disrupting workplace logins. The fix is not scheduled until the October 13 Patch Tuesday, leaving users with unresolved audio and authentication issues for several weeks.

💡 The delay forces businesses to operate with compromised audio and authentication, risking productivity and security compliance until the October update arrives.

windowslatest.com · Sep 21

Microsoft engineer explains why Windows gives new files the date of ones…

Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen explains that Windows’ “file system tunneling” causes a newly created file to inherit the creation timestamp and short‑name mapping of a recently deleted file with the same name. The feature, present in NTFS and FAT for decades, stores metadata in a per‑volume tunnel cache for a brief period—about 15 seconds—after a delete or rename operation. When an application saves a document by writing a temporary file, deleting the original, and renaming the temporary file, tunneling preserves the original creation date, preventing the file from appearing brand‑new. It also maintains the association between long and 8.3 short filenames, which older programs rely on. The cache clears automatically when full or after the time window expires on typical Windows systems.

💡 Tunneling lets Windows preserve user‑perceived continuity when apps use safe‑save tricks, preventing confusing date changes that could mislead users about a document’s history.

cyberint.com · Sep 20

MovieReaper Malware: From Movie Download to Malware Infection

MovieReaper, first seen in September 2026, is a modular malware that blends a remote‑access trojan with a loader, targeting x86‑64 Windows systems. It spreads via compromised torrent‑file infrastructure, delivering a disguised loader that passes anti‑sandbox checks, downloads shellcode, and retrieves command‑and‑control endpoints from a Solana blockchain. Subsequent stages establish HTTPS communication with certificate pinning, load additional COFF modules, perform UAC bypass, and persist by masquerading as C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Telemetry\msedge.exe. The final implant offers full file‑management, exfiltration, and remote control, enabling durable, stealthy post‑compromise activity across individuals and organizations worldwide.

💡 The use of blockchain‑based C2 and torrent‑file delivery expands the attack surface beyond traditional phishing, enabling attackers to reach a global user base with minimal effort. This strategy demonstrates how malware can exploit legitimate infrastructure to evade detection and maintain persistent, high‑impact access.

windowslatest.com · Sep 20

Windows 11 is getting a new look as Microsoft’s design boss confirms…

Microsoft confirmed that it will modernize every legacy dialog in Windows 11, beginning with the rarely used Voice packages dialog in Settings, which still displays square corners despite the OS’s rounded‑corner design language. Partner Director of Design March Rogers reiterated the effort after users highlighted inconsistencies such as the Windows 8.1‑style “Reset this PC” and other dialogs dating back to Windows 95. The company is rewriting older UI elements in WinUI 3 where feasible and adding dark‑mode support to lower‑risk areas. Recent examples include a rebuilt File Properties sheet, a faster WinUI 3 Run dialog offered alongside the legacy version, and upcoming redesigns for AutoPlay and Print Management. Rogers’ posts on X confirm a systematic, risk‑aware rollout to unify Windows 11’s visual experience.

💡 A consistent, modern UI reduces user friction and reinforces Windows 11’s brand identity, while the incremental, low‑risk approach ensures stability as legacy code is retired.

windowslatest.com · Sep 20

Windows 11 is getting a better way to find your mouse cursor,…

Microsoft updated Windows 11’s long‑standing Mouse Indicator in Insider Preview Build 26340.9502, released September 18 2026. The new animation is smoother and can be triggered by a single or double Ctrl press. Users can now keep the indicator visible until they press Esc or click, a feature previously unavailable. The update is accessed via Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch. PowerToys’ Find My Mouse remains more configurable, but the built‑in tool now matches modern UI standards.

💡 The refreshed indicator improves usability for multi‑monitor setups, reducing frustration for power users who rely on quick cursor location. It signals Microsoft’s commitment to modernizing legacy features, enhancing accessibility without requiring third‑party tools.

windowslatest.com · Sep 20

Windows 11 can leave your deleted files recoverable after a reset, and…

Microsoft’s Windows 11 Cloud Rebuild feature now includes Drive Sanitization and Remote Deployment via Recovery CSP, enabling secure wipe of storage before reinstalling Windows. The new “Remove & sanitize files” option instructs compatible hardware to erase data, while the standard “Remove files” option merely clears local data, which may still be recoverable. Administrators can trigger rebuilds remotely, making the tool useful for enterprises that recycle, reassign, or decommission PCs. The feature operates entirely from the Windows Recovery Environment, eliminating the need for USB installers.

💡 Securely erasing data before handing off or retiring a device protects sensitive information and satisfies regulatory compliance, addressing a critical gap in traditional reset processes.