InPost locker caught shipping unactivated Windows
An InPost locker in High Wycombe was found displaying an unactivated version of Windows. The incident highlights potential issues with the operating system running on the locker units. InPost, a logistics company known for its parcel lockers, may face challenges with software updates and system stability.
- ▪An InPost locker was spotted showing an activation warning for Windows.
- ▪InPost is a logistics company based in Poland, famous for its parcel lockers in the UK.
- ▪The issue may stem from hardware changes or a lack of software updates on the lockers.
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(function() { let windowUrl = window.location.href; windowUrl = windowUrl.substring(windowUrl.indexOf('?') + 1); let messageElement = document.querySelector('.shareableMessage'); if (windowUrl && windowUrl.includes('code') && windowUrl.includes('expires')) { messageElement.style.display = 'block'; } })(); Offbeat InPost locker caught shipping unactivated Windows Contactless collection meets Microsoft's licensing reminder Richard Speed Richard Speed Published wed 27 May 2026 // 09:30 UTC BORK!BORK!BORK! "What's in the box?" Windows, that's what.
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