CCC will now proactively warn about configurations specific to T2 Macs that will produce non-bootable results, and configurations that will lead to problems with enabling encryption or modifying Startup Security settings.

Addressed an issue in which a Mojave-running remote Macintosh would fail (inconsistently) to correctly validate the code signature of CCC's file copier, thus causing backups to the remote Mac to fail.

Apple cache files that have been found to degrade task performance are now excluded from backup tasks by default.

CCC can now distinguish between a volume that is encrypted vs. a volume that has FileVault enabled. This is a subtle difference that is only apparent on T2-based Macs. CCC will no longer ask for a password for encrypted volumes that are not FileVault protected.

The "Shut down if previously off" setting is now allowed on a non-scheduled task as long as that task is part of a scheduled group.

Improved compatibility with VeraCrypt volumes.

• Little Snitch 4.2.4
  - fixes an issue that could cause a delay during system startup on macOS Mojave
    under some circumstances.
  
  
• Apple to build new campus in Austin and add jobs across the US (pr)
  
  
• Chrome 71.0.3578.98 stable channel update (includes 1 security fix)
  
  
• Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2019) 16.20 (18120801) Update
  (See December 2018 release notes)
  
  
• Mac 101: The Top Five Reasons To Switch To SSD (sponsor pr)
  
  
• Firefox 64.0 release notes (includes security fixes)
  
  
• Firefox ESR 60.4.0 release notes (includes security fixes)
  (Firefox ESR downloads here)
  
  
• Security Updates for Adobe Acrobat and Reader (adobe bulletin)
  
  
• Developer News - Betas of macOS 10.14.3, iOS 12.1.2, tvOS 12.1.2, watchOS 5.1.3
  
  
• Green Monday Deals Now Available at OWC! (sponsor blog)
  
  
• DiRT 4 on track for macOS and Linux in 2019 (with trailer) (feral interactive)
  
  
• Benchmarks of Radeon RX580 vs 7950, 5870, 5770 in Mac Pro 5,1 Tower (sponsor blog)
  (FYI - previous reader reports on RX 580 in Mac Pros, including Mojave installs)

"Installation Note:
Because of improvements in macOS security, the Security & Privacy Preferences may open during the installation process. If it does, click "Allow" in order for the NVIDIA Graphics Driver to load, then return to the Installer and click "Restart". "

(As of Monday AM, the download page CUDA link goes to a July update - the current CUDA download page (from Sept. 19th) is CUDA 410.130, but check for CUDA update in Nvidia prefs.)
 

• MainStage 3.4.2 update (thanks Jman)
  - See release notes for list of fixes.
  
  
• Logic Pro X 10.4.3 Update
  - See release notes for a long list of Improvements/fixes.
  
  
• Pixelmator Pro 1.2.4 (with details on changes)
  - Color Balance adjustment changes, Image Size Algorithms, 2 more Automator Actions
  
  
• Micromat TechTool Pro 10.1.2 update (use in-app update check)
  - See release notes (PDF) for list of fixes, plus support for 2018 Mac mini & MacBook Air.
  
  
• Another Critical Security Update for Adobe Flash Player (Dec 5th)

• Vintage and Obsolete Products Listing (rev Dec. 10th)
  
  
• if iTunes doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod
  
  
• Make and receive RTT calls on your Mac
  
  
• What's new in the updates for macOS Mojave (added 10.14.2 info)
  
  
• About the security content of iCloud for Windows 7.9
  
  
• About the security content of iTunes 12.9.2 for Windows
  
  
• If your Mac won't turn on
  
  
• Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
  
  
• If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
  
  
• Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings
  
  
• How to reinstall macOS from macOS Recovery
  
  
• What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac
  
  
• How to AirPlay audio

• Last chance to buy these Mac classics! (feral interactive)
  - 19 Mac Games (BioShock, GRID 2, Tomb Raider: Anniversary/Underworld, more), that will be removed from catalog on or before 31st December 2018.
  
  
• Mac 101: Get More Done with More Memory (sponsor blog)
  
  
• Apple presents the best of 2018 (apple pr)
• App Store Best of 2018 (apps and games) (developer news)
  
  
• New Dual Drive Dock with USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2) 10Gb/s (sponsor blog)
  
  
• I've used Apple computers my entire life. Here's why I'm never buying one again (businessinsider)
  
  
• Mac Pixelmator 3.8 Phoenix
  - v3.8 Phoenix brings full support for macOS Mojave, colorful SVG fonts, Continuity Camera support, and more. (See page for complete list of improvements and fixes.)
  
  
• Class Action Lawsuit for Failing to Include Dust Filters in iMacs and MacBooks, Leading to Performance Issues (one article referred to this 2016 Apple Forum Thread on Dark spots on display (iMac) with several example images.)
  
  
• Micromat Drive Scope 1.2.2 update (use in-app update check)
  - Fixed Save as PDF functionality when in Dark Mode.
  - Added additional drive manufacturer company logos.
  - Updated drive model detection when only a part number is used.
  - Other minor fixes and enhancements.
  
  
• Micromat MachineProfile v1.3.4 update (use in-app update check*)
  (* If running OS X 10.6.x, don't update. v1.3.1 & newer require OS X 10.7 or later.)
  - Added Mac mini (2018) support
  - Added MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018) support
  - Added 18 Watt USB-C Power Adapter identification
  - Updated machine and location identification strings
  - Other minor fixes and enhancements
  
  
• Up to 64GB Memory Upgrade Kits for Select Apple iMac 21.5-inch Models (sponsor blog)
  
  
• New MacBook Air and Mac mini show the Apple Tax on storage lives on (usatoday)
  
  
• More obfuscated shell scripts: Fake MacOS Flash update (isc.sans)
  
  
• Apps Having Problems Running in macOS Mojave (sponsor blog)
  
  
• Civilization VI iOS: Known Issues (aspyr, revised again)

• WordPress 5.0.1 Security Release (wordpress)
  
  
• Intel's Architecture Day: The Future of Core, Intel GPUs, 10nm, & Hybrid x86 (anandtech)
  
  
• Liqid Element AIC Review (7.68TB PCIe SSD) (storagereview)
  
  
• Microsoft December 2018 Patch Tuesday (sans.edu)
  
  
• Download iCloud for Windows (v7.9, Dec. 5th)
  
  
• Memblaze PBlaze5 910 AIC NVMe SSD Review (PCIe card) (storagereview)
  
  
• Audio/HT page info on Sony Z9D, A1E Firmware update v6.5805 (Android 8.0?)
  (Some other models also have this update - see notes.)
  
  
• Chrome 71.0.3578.80 stable channel update - 43 security fixes (Dec 4th)
  
  
• Nvidia TITAN RTX Ultimate PC Graphics Card with Turing (nvidia)
  
  
• Memory Frequency Scaling in SFF Systems: SO-DIMMs & Coffee Lake (anandtech)

November 12th to 16th, 2018 News Archive
• Download Pro Video Formats 2.0.7 (codecs)
• Final Cut Pro 10.4.4 update (release notes)
• Final Cut Pro X introduces third-party workflow extensions
• Compressor 4.4.2 update (release notes)
• Motion 5.4.2 update (release notes)
• Mainstage 3.4.1 update (release notes)
• Safari Technology Preview 70 Release Notes
• How to Upgrade Memory in 2018 Mac mini (video)
• More reviews of the 2018 Mac mini
• Apple updates 15" MacBook Pro with AMD Vega GPU options
• How to Customize Trackpad Gestures in macOS Mojave
• Little Snitch 4.2.3 (4 bug fixes)
• Security Updates for Adobe Photoshop CC and Flash Player
• Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2019) 16.19 (18110915) Update
• OWC adds new Thunderbolt 3 Dock model with 14 ports (Space Gray or Silver)
• $39 USB-C Travel Dock Compatibile with New iPad Pro
• Civilization VI iOS: Known Issues
• Chrome 70.0.3538.110 Stable Channel Update
• Firefox 63.0.3 release notes (bug fixes)
• When does Firefox alert for breached sites? (mozilla blog)
• SVS Subwoofer Control iOS App v1.3.43 update
• Download 05.30.50 Update for 2016 LG OLED TV 55/65 B6P model
• Nvidia Introduces the Quadro RTX 4000
• QSAN XCubeNAS XN5004T NAS Review
• Apple Support/Troubleshooting/How-To Article Updates:
  - What to do if iTunes doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod

For links to older news pages, see the Archives.