Microsoft dismisses Windows 7 “battery problems”

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Microsoft said on Monday that users experiencing battery warnings from Windows 7 are by design. Last week BlogoFlux revealed reports of users receiving notifications that they should replace their laptop battery. The warning is triggered when a laptops BIOS detects a battery replacement is required. Windows 7 provides ...

Microsoft investigating Windows 7 battery warning issues

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Microsoft has confirmed it is investigating a problem causing some Windows 7 users to receive incorrect battery warnings on their laptops. The warning is triggered when a laptops BIOS detects a battery replacement is required. Windows 7 provides the following alert: "Consider replacing your battery. There is a ...