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Microsoft Confirms Classic Outlook Bug Causing High CPU Usage, Slowdowns When Typing Emails; Workaround Shared

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Published Apr 16, 2025, 07:07 PM

Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in its Classic Outlook application that causes unusually high CPU usage, particularly when users are typing emails. This issue leads to system slowdowns, increased CPU temperatures, and reduced battery life. The company has confirmed the problem and shared a workaround while a permanent fix is being developed. Users experiencing these performance issues are advised to apply the temporary solution until an official update is released.

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Classic Outlook app causing slowdowns when writing emails? Here’s why https://t.co/72YIb7SIA3 https://t.co/72YIb7SIA3

Windows Central

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Microsoft's classic Outlook app has a pretty nasty big right now that is spiking CPU use. Fortunately, there's a workaround while it gets fixed. https://t.co/ok0SbTnALu

Clubic

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Overheating, CPU ceiling and reduced battery life: Microsoft confirms that the problem is indeed caused by Outlook. And as is often the case, while waiting for a fix, we will have to adapt. https://t.co/uFkDoFHpOg

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