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Windows 11 Update Causes Flash in Dark Mode, Fix Coming

12/3/2025

Summary

Story summary

Microsoft's Windows 11 update KB5070311 causes a brief white flash in File Explorer when opened in dark mode.
The flash appears during actions such as navigating between folders or creating new tabs.
Microsoft acknowledges the issue and is working on a fix to be delivered in future updates.
Users are advised to delay installing the update until the problem is resolved.

History

Historical Context

Microsoft launched Windows 95 on August 24, 1995, revolutionizing personal computing with its 32-bit multitasking and user-friendly interface, selling over 7 million copies in its first five weeks. This operating system laid the groundwork for future Windows versions, introducing key features like the Start menu and taskbar. The recent issues with Windows 11's KB5070311 update echo the early bugs faced by Windows 95, highlighting ongoing software development challenges.

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Story summary

Microsoft's Windows 11 update KB5070311 causes a brief white flash in File Explorer when opened in dark mode.
The flash appears during actions such as navigating between folders or creating new tabs.
Microsoft acknowledges the issue and is working on a fix to be delivered in future updates.
Users are advised to delay installing the update until the problem is resolved.

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