Daily digest for January 22, 2026

Windows 11 gets an emergency fix after the January update 🛠️

After the January patch, some Windows 11 23H2 users ran into issues with shutdown and hibernation. Microsoft acknowledged the problem and released an out-of-band (OOB) update, available via the Update Catalog and included in subsequent patches. In short, if your system behaved oddly, there’s now an official fix.

ChatGPT starts testing ads — carefully and clearly labeled 💬

OpenAI has confirmed plans to test advertising in ChatGPT for free tiers in the US. These ads appear below responses, are clearly marked, and do not alter or influence the generated answers. For users, this means ads may show up, but without interfering with the content itself.

Google refreshes voice search on Android 🎙️

A redesigned Voice Search interface is gradually rolling out in the Google app on Android. The layout is cleaner, and the “search a song” button is more prominent. There’s no official announcement yet — it’s a quiet visual update rather than a major new feature.

Pixel Watch may learn to warn you when you leave your phone behind ⌚📱

Code analysis has revealed a potential “left behind” notification for Pixel Watch, alerting users when Bluetooth connection to the phone is lost. Important detail: this indicates development work, not a confirmed or imminent public release.

Realme prepares a smartphone with a 10,001 mAh battery 🔋

Realme has officially confirmed the launch of the P4 Power 5G in India, highlighting its unusually large 10,001 mAh battery. Full specifications are still being disclosed, but the battery capacity itself is confirmed — clearly targeting users who value long battery life without carrying a power bank.