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Google fixes a Pixel 5 bug that played system sounds at max volume
As Android Police reported back in December, there’s a bug causing the device to play audio like touch and screenshot sounds, dialer tones and camera clicks at the loudest volume possible even if users turn the volume down. Now, Google has rolled out a fix for the issue as part of the Pixel’s January update. One of the patches that came with the January update brings “improvements for volume level of system sounds” on the Pixel 5, according to Google’s notes.
The latest 'Call of Duty: Warzone' glitch is turning players invisible
The Call of Duty: Warzone subreddit is now littered with clips and anger-filled reports of people being assassinated by invisible players.
Fitbit will replace some Sense smartwatches due to ECG problem
The company says the bug affects a few hundred units.
'Spider-Man: Miles Morales' bug gives NYC the patio heater superhero it needs
A bug in 'Spider-Man: Miles Morales' turns the superhero into random objects, including a patio heater.
Apple's Gatekeeper issues might have slowed down your Mac earlier
Apple server issues might have slowed down apps on your Mac at about 4PM ET.
Google Pixel Slate owners are reporting serious memory failures
The issue was first discovered in 2019 but it seems like more users are now seeing their devices fail.
iOS 14 update fixes a bug that reset your browser and mail defaults
Apple fixed an iOS 14 bug would reset your default app settings after rebooting an iPad or iPhone, so now you can set Chrome or Gmail as a default and they will stay that way.
Pixel Buds firmware update fixes annoying audio cutout issue
Google fixes another Pixel Buds audio issue.
Infinity Ward disables all 'Warzone' vehicles after game-breaking bug emerges
Infinity Ward temporarily removed all 'Call of Duty: Warzone' vehicles to prevent a game-breaking glitch.
Instagram will fix bug that mistakenly shows camera as 'on' in iOS 14
Instagram is fixing a bug that displays the camera as on in iOS 14 even when you're just browsing your feed.
Image bricks some Android phones when used as wallpaper
An image is bricking some Android phones when it's set as wallpaper, and it may be a matter of the picture's color space.
Apple fixed the bug that prevented some iOS apps from opening
Apple has fixed a bug in Family Sharing that prevented many iOS apps from opening -- it's why you received many app updates this weekend.
Edison Mail iOS bug showed messages intended for other people
A bug in Edison Mail's iOS app showed messages from strangers.
An unusual character string is causing Apple devices to crash
A new character bug is causing Apple devices to crash.
Boeing finds two more 737 Max software flaws
Boeing has identified two more software flaws in its 737 Max aircraft, Reuters reports. The planemaker is working to fix one issue that involves “hypothetical faults” in the flight control computer microprocessor.
Facebook bug marked legitimate coronavirus info as spam
Facebook was quick to say that it would fight coronavirus misinformation, but yesterday, one tool appeared to go haywire. Users reported that Facebook was marking posts with legitimate information and articles about the coronavirus as spam. According to The Verge, Facebook has resolved the issue and restored the posts that were incorrectly removed, but this is a serious glitch at a time when so many people are looking for accurate information on the coronavirus and COVID-19.
Google yanks March security update for AT&T Pixel 4
Google has pulled the latest Android security update for Pixel 4 owners using AT&T after the supposed bug-fix created some major new headaches. Suddenly users have been unable to use Google Pay and instead have been greeted with a warning that their phone "doesn't meet software standards."
Samsung is already working to fix the Galaxy S20 cameras
Samsung's Galaxy S20 is not even on the market yet, but reviewers from publications including PC Mag have already experienced bugs with the cameras. Samsung has now responded, saying that it's working on a fix. "The Galaxy S20 features a groundbreaking, advanced camera system," Samsung told The Verge. "We are constantly working to optimize performance to deliver the best experience for consumers. As part of this ongoing effort, we are working on a future update to improve the camera experience."
Bug prevents Windows 7 users from shutting down their PCs
Microsoft was supposed to have ended Windows 7 support in mid-January, but it can't seem to completely let go -- and neither can some PCs, apparently. Many users on Microsoft's forums, Reddit and elsewhere are reporting that their Windows 7 systems refuse to shut down or reboot as they normally would, claiming that "you don't have permission to shut down this computer." Users have unofficially fixed it by running the Group Policy Editor from the command line to force permissions, but that's clearly not something users should have to do just to turn their PCs off.
Google Photos bug sent private videos to strangers
If you used Google Takeout to back up your Photos files from November 21st to 25th, 2019, a stranger out there may have a copy of your videos. The tech giant has started sending out emails, warning users about a bug that may have affected their backup requests. During that period last year, the email reads, "some videos in Google Photos were incorrectly exported to unrelated users' archives." That means someone out there may have a copy of your (hopefully wholesome) videos, and you may have a copy of someone else's, as well.