Microsoft has confirmed a bug that disables USB mice and keyboards in the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) after installing security update KB5066835, released October 14. The bug affects Windows 11 version 25H2 (2025 Update) users only when accessing WinRE – the diagnostic toolset used to troubleshoot boot failures. USB devices work normally in Windows proper. Turns out the end of …
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Hibiscus fafafa/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’re only using your laptop’s USB ports to plug in your charger and mouse, then you’re missing out. Those little ports can do a lot more than you think, from powering extra storage and streaming tools to running quirky …
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Marin Tomas/Getty Images Today’s vehicles now include a multitude of modern features, from touchscreen infotainment systems to colorful interior LED lighting, as well as USB ports for plugging in mobile gadgets and more. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find a car launched within the last five years, even longer, that does …
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TL;DR A post on Reddit shows the Sony Xperia 10 VII doesn’t include a USB cable in the box. Smartphones typically don’t come with chargers anymore, but cables are still standard. We expect more manufacturers to follow suit in the near future. Apple made waves with 2020’s iPhone 12, which was the first major smartphone to ship without an included …
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gerenme / iStock / Getty Image Plus Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Most TVs hide surprisingly handy USB ports on the back. Plugging into them can unlock extra features and convenience. They can even help breathe new life into an older TV. After the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart …
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sdf_qwe/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. USB is an incredibly versatile interface that’s used for everything from data transfers to power delivery in computers, mobile devices, and other gadgets. One accessory that truly takes full advantage of this interface is a USB docking station or hub, which …
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If you’re like me, you’ve accumulated a lot of USB flash drives over the years, to the point where most of them are sitting unused and in storage. But recently I’ve come to realize that an old flash drive sitting around in a drawer gathering dust is an opportunity missed. What’s changed? I discovered a bunch of fun and practical …
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Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. After the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart TV. With wireless connectivity, phone apps, and remote controls, there’s little need to. Tucked next to the essential HDMI ports, a USB 2.0 port — likely sitting unnoticed on the back or side panel — offers more potential …
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MAVV/Shutterstock If you’ve ever looked closely at the USB ports on your laptop or desktop PC, you may have noticed that some are labeled with a small symbol. It looks like the letters SS, with a three-pronged icon protruding from it. That trident-shaped icon is the symbol for USB, and the two …
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