New year, new Windows 11 fail – latest update is reportedly breaking sleep mode on some PCs

Microsoft might have fixed that bug with shutdowns, but its latest Windows 11 update means sleep mode now locks up some PCs.
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2026’s first Windows 11 update is causing more problems now, as Microsoft enters damage control mode

After Windows 11 January 2026 update, we're seeing reports of other issues, including a sleep problem (S3), and more.
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Windows 11 KB5074109 Breaks Sleep Mode on Some PCs

Windows 11 KB5074109 breaks S3 Sleep mode on some PCs, causing blank screens, freezes, and adding to ongoing update issues.

Windows 11 23H2: Problems with Sleep and Shutdown after January Patch Day

Microsoft has now admitted that the January security updates for Windows 11 23H2 can interfere with sleep mode and shutdown.
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'Fail to shut down': Microsoft issues urgent Windows update alert

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 security update was meant to harden PCs against stealthy firmware attacks. Instead, it has ...
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Solving Windows 11 Sleep and Hibernate Conflict Issues

Struggling with Windows 11 sleep and hibernate conflicts? Discover proven fixes to resolve power management issues, optimize ...
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How To Fix Windows PC Won’t Wake Up From Sleep Mode

Are you having trouble waking up your computer in Sleep Mode? In this troubleshooting guide, we’ll show you all the known solutions for this problem. What is Sleep Mode in Windows? The Windows ...