Emergency Update for Windows 11 Users to Fix Major Issues

Windows 11 users started seeing the 2026-01 Update (KB5078127) with build 26200.7628 or 26100.7628 in Windows Update, and many were confused because it did not arrive on the regular Patch Tuesday schedule. This is an out-of-band emergency cumulative update released by Microsoft after the earlier January patch caused serious problems, especially for users working with OneDrive, Dropbox, and other cloud-synced folders. Many apps were freezing while opening or saving files, and Outlook Classic was hanging when PST files were stored inside OneDrive. This update is the direct fix for those issues and is strongly recommended for all Windows 11 users on 24H2 and 25H2.

This update corrects app freezing when accessing cloud files, fixes Outlook data file issues with OneDrive, resolves programs becoming unresponsive in synced folders, and improves overall system stability while keeping all previous security fixes intact. Even if you did not notice the problem, installing this update ensures your system is on the corrected and stable build.

You can check if you need this update. Press Windows + R, type winver, press Enter, and check the build. If it is lower than 26200.7628 or 26100.7628, you should install this update.

To install the update, follow these steps.
Open Settings, go to Windows Update, click Check for updates, when you see 2026-01 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 (KB5078127) click Download & Install, restart your PC when prompted.
If the update is not showing.
Open Settings, go to Windows Update, turn ON Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available, click Check for updates again.
If it still does not appear, refresh Windows Update cache.
Press Windows + R, type services.msc, press Enter, stop Windows Update, open File Explorer, go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution, delete all files, start Windows Update again, go back to Windows Update in Settings and check again.
After installation, verify the build.
Press Windows + R, type winver, confirm the build shows 26200.7628 or 26100.7628.
This update does not add new features; it only fixes the serious problems created by the earlier January patch. If your PC was freezing while working with cloud files or Outlook, you should notice immediate improvement after installing this update.

4K HDMI to RJ45 CAT6 Extender — Complete Setup Guide (No Power Required)

If you want to send HDMI video from your PC, laptop, DVR, or set-top box to a TV placed far away using a simple LAN cable, this HDMI to RJ45 CAT6 extender is the perfect solution. The exact device shown in the image above is a TX (Transmitter) and RX (Receiver) HDMI extender pair that works over a CAT5e/CAT6 network cable and does not require any external power adapter. It is designed for long-distance HDMI video sharing where a normal HDMI cable cannot reach, making it ideal for CCTV rooms, offices, shops, projectors, and TVs placed in different rooms.

What this device does

This HDMI to RJ45 converter converts the HDMI signal into a format that can travel through a CAT6 cable and then converts it back to HDMI at the TV side. This allows you to extend your display up to long distances using a thin, affordable LAN cable instead of a thick, costly HDMI cable.

Devices you can connect

• PC or Laptop

• CCTV DVR / NVR

• Set-top box

• Gaming console

• Projector or TV

Important fact about this adapter

This exact model does not need any power supply. There is no adapter, no USB power, and no electricity required. It works directly when connected properly with a CAT6 cable.

Correct connection (as shown in the image)

Follow this exact wiring:

1. Connect HDMI port of your PC/Laptop/DVR to TX (Transmitter).

2. Insert one end of CAT5e/CAT6 cable into the RJ45 port of TX.

3. Connect the other end of the same CAT6 cable into RJ45 port of RX (Receiver).

4. Plug RX into the HDMI port of your TV/Monitor/Projector.

PC HDMI → TX → CAT6 Cable → RX → TV HDMI

Cable requirement

Use a good quality pure copper CAT6 or CAT5e cable for best performance. Avoid CCA cables. Do not pass the cable through a router, switch, or network device. It must be a direct cable between TX and RX.

Where this is properly used

• DVR room to TV in another room

• Office PC to projector in meeting hall

• Shop counter PC to display TV at entrance

• Laptop screen sharing to distant TV

• Digital signage and advertising screens

What this device is not for

• Not for internet networking

• Not for Wi-Fi casting

• Not for mobile screen mirroring

• Not to be used through LAN switch/router

Screen sharing / mirroring

Once connected, your TV will show the same screen as your PC. On Windows, press Windows + P and choose Duplicate to mirror or Extend to use TV as second display.

Distance support

With a quality CAT6 cable, this adapter can work over long distances much better than normal HDMI cables, without signal loss.

This HDMI transmitter and receiver pair is a simple, powerful, and cost-effective way to share HDMI video over CAT6 cable without needing any power, making it perfect for CCTV setups, projectors, and TVs placed far from the source device.

How to Clear All YouTube Watch History, Search History & Recommendations on Samsung Smart TV

If your YouTube feed on Samsung Smart TV is filled with unwanted videos, old searches, and irrelevant recommendations, it means YouTube is still using your past activity data. The good news is you can completely clean this data, clear watch history, clear search history, stop tracking, and reset recommendations so YouTube starts fresh like a new account. This guide shows the exact settings inside the YouTube app on Samsung Smart TV and also from your Google Account activity page to fully reset YouTube recommendations.

Clear YouTube Watch History on Samsung Smart TV

Open YouTube app on your Samsung Smart TV
Go to the left sidebar and open Settings
Scroll to History & Privacy
Open Clear Watch History
Confirm Clear Watch History
This removes all watched videos from YouTube memory so it can’t use them for recommendations.

Clear YouTube Search History on Samsung Smart TV

Inside YouTube Settings go again to History & Privacy
Open Clear Search History
Confirm Clear Search History
This deletes all your old searches that were influencing suggested videos.

Pause YouTube Watch and Search History (Very Important)

After clearing history, YouTube can start collecting data again. To stop this:
Open History & Privacy
Turn ON Pause Watch History
Turn ON Pause Search History
Now YouTube will stop tracking what you watch and search on your TV.

Remove Bad Recommendations Directly from Home Screen

Go to YouTube Home Screen
Focus on any unwanted video
Press and hold OK/Select on remote
Choose Not Interested
Choose Tell Us Why → I’m not interested in this video
Repeat this for 8–10 videos and YouTube algorithm quickly learns your preference.

Reset YouTube Recommendations from Google Account (Deep Reset Method)

This is the most powerful method that resets recommendations across all devices including TV.
On your mobile or PC open browser
Open myactivity.google.com and login with same account used on TV
Tap YouTube History
Tap Manage History
Tap Delete → Delete All Time
Confirm delete
Go back and tap Saving your YouTube history
Turn OFF YouTube History
This completely wipes YouTube memory and stops future tracking.

Sign Out and Sign In Again on Samsung TV

Open YouTube app
Go to Settings → Sign Out
Restart TV
Open YouTube and Sign In again
This forces YouTube to refresh account data and fetch new clean recommendations.

Reset YouTube App on Samsung Smart TV (App Reset)

Press Home on remote
Open Settings → Support → Device Care
Open Manage Storage
Select YouTube
Choose View Details → Clear Data → Clear Cache
Open YouTube again and sign in
This removes stored app data from TV memory.

What Happens After Reset

YouTube home page becomes fresh, No old videos in recommendations, No influence of past searches
New suggestions based only on new activity. Better privacy and control over feed. If you want YouTube to recommend only your favorite type of content, start searching only that topic after reset and avoid random videos for some time. YouTube quickly rebuilds recommendations based on fresh behavior.

By following all these methods together—clearing watch history, clearing search history, pausing tracking, removing unwanted suggestions, deleting YouTube activity from Google account, signing out, and clearing app data—you completely reset YouTube recommendations on Samsung Smart TV like a brand-new account.

How to Fix Windows 11 25H2 Update Not Showing (Update to Windows 11 25H2)

Windows 11 25H2 is a major feature update, but many users find that the update simply does not appear in Windows Update even though their PC is fully compatible. This usually happens because of incorrect system time, disabled update options, corrupted update cache, or Windows services getting stuck in the background. The good news is you do not need any advanced tools or technical knowledge to fix this. By following the exact methods below in order, you can force your PC to detect, download, and install the Windows 11 25H2 update safely without losing any data. You can insert an image here showing Windows Update screen for better understanding.

Fix Windows 11 25H2 Update Not Showing

1) Set correct date & time according to your country and region

1. Open Settings

2. Click Time & Language

3. Click Date & Time

4. Turn ON Set time automatically

5. Turn ON Set time zone automatically

6. Click Sync now under Additional settings

7. Restart your PC
   Incorrect system date or time prevents Windows from communicating properly with Microsoft update servers. This is one of the most common reasons why feature updates like 25H2 do not appear.

2) Turn on hidden Windows Update option

1. Open Settings

2. Click Windows Update

3. Click Check for updates

4. If 25H2 does not appear, turn ON Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available

5. Click Check for updates again
   This option allows your PC to receive feature updates early instead of waiting for a phased rollout. Many users get the 25H2 update immediately after enabling this option.
   If the update still does not appear, follow the next method carefully.

   
   
   

3) Clear Windows Update cache (SoftwareDistribution folder method)

1. Press Windows + R

2. Type services.msc and press Enter

3. Find Windows Update service

4. Right-click Windows Update and click Stop

5. Do NOT close the Services window

6. Open This PC

7. Open Local Disk (C:)

8. Open Windows folder

9. Open SoftwareDistribution folder

10. Select everything inside this folder

11. Delete all files and folders inside SoftwareDistribution

12. Do NOT delete the SoftwareDistribution folder itself

13. Go back to Services window

14. Right-click Windows Update

15. Click Properties

16. Set Startup type to Automatic

17. Click Start

18. Click OK

19. Restart your PC

20. Open Settings → Windows Update

21. Click Check for updates
    This method removes corrupted update files that stop Windows from detecting new feature updates like 25H2.

    
    
    

4) Manually install Windows 11 25H2 using Installation Assistant

If the update is still not available, you can manually force the update directly from Microsoft.

1. Open any browser

2. Open Google

3. Type Windows 11 download

4. Open the first official Microsoft link

5. Download Windows 11 Installation Assistant

6. Also download PC Health Check tool

7. Install and run PC Health Check to confirm compatibility

8. Run Windows 11 Installation Assistant

9. Click Accept and Install

10. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully

11. When asked, choose Keep personal files and apps

12. If you prefer, take a backup before continuing

13. Wait for the download to complete

14. Click Restart now when prompted

15. Your PC will begin installing Windows 11 25H2 update
    This method directly downloads the latest Windows 11 version from Microsoft servers, bypassing Windows Update delays.

Important tips before updating

• Make sure you have at least 25 GB free space on C drive
• Keep your laptop plugged in during the update
• Do not force shutdown during installation
• Disable third-party antivirus temporarily if update fails
• Restart PC once before starting the process

Why Windows 11 25H2 does not show

• Incorrect date and time settings
• Windows Update option turned off
• Corrupted SoftwareDistribution cache
• Stuck Windows Update service
• Microsoft phased rollout delay
• PC not refreshed for long time
After performing all the above methods, almost every PC starts showing the 25H2 update. The key is to follow the steps in order without skipping anything.

How to Fix Date & Time Not Showing in the Taskbar System Tray on Windows 11

Many Windows 11 users suddenly notice that the date and time disappear from the taskbar system tray, even though everything else works fine. The clock vanishes, the calendar can’t be opened, and it becomes confusing to track time while working. This issue usually appears after a Windows update, taskbar glitch, system file corruption, explorer crash, or a wrong taskbar setting. The good news is that you do not need to reinstall Windows. This guide shows the exact working methods to restore the Date & Time on the Windows 11 taskbar using simple, safe, and proven steps. Follow the methods in order and the clock will come back in most cases.

Why Date & Time Disappear from the Taskbar in Windows 11

• System tray icons turned off accidentally • Windows Explorer not loading taskbar components • Taskbar behavior glitch after update • Corrupted system files • Registry policy hiding the clock • Pending Windows update bug • Time service not refreshing correctly

Method 1 — Enable Date & Time from Settings

Open Settings → Time & language → Date & time
Turn ON Set time automatically and Set time zone automatically
Turn ON Show time and date in the system tray
Check the taskbar immediately

Method 2 — Turn the Clock System Icon Back On

Right-click Taskbar → Taskbar settings
Open Taskbar corner overflow
Turn Clock ON
If already ON → turn OFF → restart PC → turn ON again

Method 3 — Restart Windows Explorer (Most Effective Fix)

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager
Right-click Windows Explorer → Restart
The taskbar reloads and the date & time usually reappear instantly

Method 4 — Check Taskbar Behavior for Multi-Display Issue

Open Settings → Personalization → Taskbar → Taskbar behaviors
Turn ON Show my taskbar on all displays

Method 5 — Refresh Time Settings

Open Settings → Time & language → Date & time
Turn OFF Set time automatically → wait 5 seconds → turn ON again

Method 6 — Run System File Checker (Permanent Fix)

Right-click Start → Terminal (Admin)
Run command → sfc /scannow
Wait for 100% completion → restart PC

Method 7 — Install Pending Windows Updates

Open Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates
Install all updates → restart PC

Method 8 — Restart Windows Time Service

Press Win + R → type services.msc → Enter
Right-click Windows Time → Restart

Method 9 — Re-register Taskbar Components Using PowerShell

Open Terminal (Admin)
Run command → Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
Wait to finish → restart PC

What If Nothing Works

Open Terminal (Admin)
Run → sfc /scannow
Run → DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Restart PC after both complete

Final Words

The missing Date & Time from the Windows 11 taskbar system tray is common but easily fixable. In most cases, enabling the setting from Date & time or restarting Windows Explorer restores it instantly. For deeper issues, SFC scan, registry cleanup, and updates permanently solve the problem. You don’t need advanced tools or Windows reinstallation.

How to Check Motherboard, Processor & RAM Brand, Serial Number, and Version in Windows 11 & Windows 10

If you want to check your computer’s motherboard, processor (CPU), and RAM brand, serial number, and version, Windows provides a powerful built-in method that does not require opening your laptop or installing any third-party software. This method works perfectly on Windows 11 and Windows 10 for both desktop PCs and laptops and is especially useful for hardware upgrades, warranty verification, troubleshooting, or resale purposes.

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Why This Method Is Best

• No software installation required

• Works offline

• Safe and 100% built-in

• Shows accurate manufacturer and serial details

• Works on Windows 11 & Windows 10

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Open Windows Terminal as Administrator

1. Press Windows + X on your keyboard

2. Click Windows Terminal (Admin) or PowerShell (Admin)

3. If prompted, click Yes to allow administrator access

Running the terminal as administrator ensures that all hardware details are displayed correctly.

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Check Motherboard Brand, Model, Serial Number & Version

Copy and paste the command below into the terminal and press Enter:

Get-CimInstance Win32_BaseBoard | Format-List Manufacturer,Product,SerialNumber,Version

What This Shows

• Manufacturer – Motherboard brand (ASUS, Gigabyte, MSI, Dell, HP, etc.)

• Product – Motherboard model number

• SerialNumber – Motherboard serial number

• Version – Board revision or version

Note: On some laptops or branded PCs, the serial number may show “To Be Filled By O.E.M.”. This is normal and controlled by the manufacturer.

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Check Processor (CPU) Brand & Details

Now run this command:

Get-CimInstance Win32_Processor | Format-List Name,Manufacturer,ProcessorId

What This Shows

• Name – CPU model (Intel Core i5, i7, AMD Ryzen, etc.)

• Manufacturer – Intel or AMD

• ProcessorId – Unique CPU identifier

Important: Modern CPUs do not expose a traditional serial number due to security reasons. The ProcessorId acts as a unique reference.

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Check RAM Brand, Serial Number, Capacity & Speed

Run the following command:

Get-CimInstance Win32_PhysicalMemory | Format-List Manufacturer,PartNumber,SerialNumber,Capacity,Speed

What This Shows

• Manufacturer – RAM brand (Samsung, Kingston, Crucial, SK Hynix, etc.)

• PartNumber – Exact RAM model

• SerialNumber – RAM serial number

• Capacity – Size of each RAM stick

• Speed – RAM speed in MHz

If your system has multiple RAM sticks installed, each one will appear separately with its own details.

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Important Things to Know

• Some OEM laptops hide hardware serial numbers in BIOS

• Always run Terminal as Administrator

• Results may vary depending on manufacturer restrictions

• This method is safe and does not affect your system

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Final Words

Using Windows Terminal is the fastest and most accurate way to check your motherboard, processor, and RAM details on Windows 11 and Windows 10. Whether you are upgrading hardware, checking warranty information, or troubleshooting system issues, these commands give you complete and reliable hardware information in just a few seconds.

How to Clear All Netflix App Watch History on iPhone & Android (100% Works)

If Netflix is showing repeated movies, unwanted recommendations, or content you don’t want appearing in Continue Watching, clearing your Netflix watch history is the most effective solution. Many users still believe this can only be done using a browser, but on both iPhone and Android, Netflix now allows you to manage and remove your viewing activity directly from the Netflix app itself when you follow the correct steps.

Clear Netflix Watch History on iPhone & Android

1. open Netflix app on your iPhone or Android phone, click hamburger lines (☰), tap on Account

   
   
   

2. scroll down tap on Privacy & Data Settings then tap on Viewing Activity

   
   
   

3. where it shows all your watch history just tap the remove (⦸) icon to delete watch history and repeat the same for all remaining titles

   
   
   

Netflix does not provide a one-tap clear all option inside the app, so history must be removed manually for each movie or episode. Once a title is removed, it immediately stops influencing your recommendations and viewing suggestions.

What Changes After You Clear Netflix Watch History

Deleted movies and shows are removed from Continue Watching
Netflix recommendations start correcting automatically
Search suggestions improve based on updated activity
Your profile becomes cleaner and more accurate

These changes may take a few hours to fully sync across all devices linked to your account.

Important Points You Should Know

Netflix viewing history is profile-specific, not account-wide
You must repeat the same steps for other profiles on the account
Kids profiles also have separate viewing activity
Once removed, watch history cannot be restored

Why Clearing Netflix History Is Useful

Helps fix wrong or repeated recommendations
Improves privacy on shared devices
Removes unwanted titles from Continue Watching
Gives a fresh and more relevant Netflix experience

Final Words

This combined method works perfectly on iPhone and Android phones using only the Netflix app, without opening any browser or using a computer. If Netflix suggestions feel irrelevant or cluttered, clearing your viewing activity is the simplest and most reliable solution.