Windows 24H2 Bug: Gamers’ Ears Beware as Volume Spikes to Max!
Windows 24H2 gamers may experience game audio cranking up to 11 due to a USB DAC issue, turning their sound systems into surprise party starters. Microsoft’s working on a fix. Meanwhile, another bug keeps users in a time warp unless they take a detour through the Control Panel. Tech headaches, anyone?
Hot Take:
In the latest plot twist from the tech world, Microsoft’s Windows 24H2 has decided to moonlight as a DJ, cranking up the volume to 100% and causing gamers’ eardrums to file for divorce. It seems like Windows wanted to offer a surprise party every time you plug in a USB DAC, but forgot to invite the volume control. So, if you suddenly find your game sounding like a rock concert, you might want to check if your computer has joined a band without telling you!
Key Points:
- Windows 24H2 systems are experiencing unexpected max volume issues with USB DACs.
- The issue is observed with Creative Sound BlasterX G6 DAC or when quickly connecting/disconnecting sound systems.
- AudioEndpointBuilder system service timing problem is identified as the cause.
- Microsoft is investigating and working on a fix.
- A separate bug involves issues with changing time zones without admin rights.