Microsoft Confirms July Windows Update Is Causing Some Dell Laptops to Shut Down and Overheat
Microsoft has acknowledged that a recent Windows 11 preview update has caused a limited number of Dell laptops to experience unexpected shutdowns, higher operating temperatures, rapid battery drain, and reduced performance. The issue was first flagged during Dell’s internal testing and later confirmed by Microsoft on July 14, 2026. A specific Intel driver interacting with a newly introduced Windows USB-C Connection Manager appears to be the root cause. The problem…