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= Recent Updates/Articles =
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Safari Technology Preview 208
See the release notes for a list of changes, fixes and improvements.
A download is available for macOS Sequoia and macOS Sonoma.
(If a previous version is installed, use software update in System Prefs.)
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Little Snitch version 6.1.3
(Nov 20) Little Snitch 6.1.3 update for macOS Sonoma & Sequoia.
The release notes has a list of improvements and bug fixes including:
- DNS encryption now supports password authentication to DoH servers (DNS over HTTP).
- Improved detection of Wi-Fi network changes for automatic profile switching.
- Improved responsiveness of Network Monitor when selecting a time range in the traffic chart.
- Fixed a bug where traffic meters in Network Monitor did not update correctly.
- Fixed possible deadlock during installation of Little Snitch for certain network configurations.
- Fixed a rare bug where the rule inspector in Little Snitch could stop working.
- Fixed a bug where creation of rule groups for Apple Apps or Third Party Apps did not complete.
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Apple Beta Updates [= skip =]
Current Developer releases as of November 20, 2024.
(Release notes are on download pages.)
- Xcode 16.2 beta 3 (16C5023f)
- macOS 15.2 beta 4 (24C5089c)
- iOS 18.2 beta 4 (22C5142a)
- iPadOS 18.2 beta 4 (22C5142a)
- watchOS 11.2 beta 3 (22S5094a)
(below from November 18th)
- tvOS 18.2 beta 3 (22K5148a)
- visionOS 2.2 beta 3 (22N5794a)
Apple also has Public betas. See Beta FAQ for info on joining or unenrolling.
(Public beta version updates are usually shortly after developer releases.)
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Safari 18.1.1 Update for macOS Ventura and Sonoma
Software update says "This update provides important bug fixes and security updates".
Security fixes in Safari 18.1.1 lists 2 CVEs, JavaScriptCore & WebKit related. Both that "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems".
(Safari updates sometimes break 3rd party extensions. Check with the provider for updates.
Check feedback in Apple's Safari forum, macOS Ventura and macOS Sonoma forums.)
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macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 Update
Security fixes in Sequoia 15.1.1 lists 2 CVEs, JavaScriptCore & WebKit related.
Both that "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems".
What's new in updates for macOS Sequoia for version 15.1.1 simply says:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
(You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Sequoia discussion forum.)
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iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 Updates
Security fixes in iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 lists 2 CVEs fixed, JavaScriptCore & WebKit related. Info from About iOS 18 Updates and About iPadOS 18 Updates for version 18.1.1:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
(Check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum &
iPad discussion forum.)
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iOS 17.7.2 and iPadOS 17.7.2 Updates
Security fixes in iOS 17.7.2 and iPadOS 17.7.2 lists 2 CVEs fixed, JavaScriptCore & WebKit related. Info from About iOS 17 Updates and About iPadOS 17 Updates for version 17.7.2:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
(Check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum & iPad discussion forum.)
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visionOS 2.1.1 Update
Security fixes in visionOS 2.1 lists 2 CVEs, JavaScriptCore & WebKit related.
Info from About visionOS 2 Updatesfor version 2.1.1:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
(You can check Apple's Vision Pro discussion forum for user feedback.)
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Playstation Portal System Software Update 4.0.0
(Nov 19) Playstation Portal System Software Update 4.0.0 (Sony)
- Cloud Streaming Beta is now available. Playstation Plus Premium members can play select streaming games for PS5 from the Game Catalog. For more details visit https://www.playstation.com/psportal-cgs-beta-device.
- You can now change settings for your PS Link devices on PS Portal. Connect your PS Link device to your PS Portal and in the quick menu, select Settings > PS Link Device.
- Adjusted the volume level of the speaker.
- Improved system software performance and stability.
- Improved the messages and usability on some screens.
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Yamaha AV Receiver Firmware Updates
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Apple News and Press Releases (later first) [= skip =]
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Logic Pro Updates for Mac and iPad
Logic Pro 11.1 for macOS 14.4 or later (app store link).
See the release notes has a long list of improvements and fixes.
Logic Pro for iPad version 2.1 (app store).
See linked app store page for a list of changes in version 2.1.
(Requires iPadOS 18.1 or later and a device with the A12 Bionic chip or later.)
Apple Logic Remote App version 1.5.6 for iOS/iPadOS 18.1 or later.
App store page for version 1.5.6 notes "stability improvements and bug fixes".
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Final Cut Pro Updates for Mac and iPad
Final Cut Pro version 11.0 for macOS 14.6 or later. (app store link)
See the release notes and what's new articles for details on changes in version 11.0.
(Apple also posted a Press Release on Final Cut Pro 11.)
Final Cut Pro for iPad version 2.1 (app store link)
See linked app store page for a list of changes in version 2.1.
(Requires iPadOS 17.6 or later and a device with an M-series or A17 Pro chip.)
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Compressor 4.9 Update
App store page for Compressor version 4.9 for macOS 14.6 or later.
See the release notes for version 4.9 list of enhancements and fixes.
Also see What's new in Compressor 4.9.
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Motion 5.9 update
Apple Motion version 5.9 for macOS 14.6 or later (app store).
See the release notes for version 5.9 list of enhancements and bug fixes.
Also see What's new in Motion 5.9.
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Apple Pro Video Formats 2.3.2 Update Download [= skip =]
Apple's download page for Pro Video Formats (8.5 MB).
(the info on the download page didn't change with v2.3.2 vs v2.3.1)
"The Pro Video Formats package provides support for the following codecs
that are used in professional video workflows:
- Apple ProRes RAW and ProRes RAW HQ*
- Apple Intermediate Codec
- Avid DNxHD® / Avid DNxHR® decoder
- AVC-Intra 50 / 100 / 200 / 4:4:4 / LT
- AVC-LongG
- XAVC
- XF-AVC
- XF-HEVC
- DVCPRO HD
- HDV
- XDCAM EX / HD / HD422
- MPEG IMX
- Uncompressed 4:2:2
* Requires a Mac computer that supports Metal: https://support.apple.com/en-us/102894"
That article is titled "Support for Metal on Mac, iPad, and iPhone".
(Metal 3 Support lists macOS Ventura or later & iOS/iPadOS 16 or later.)
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Firefox 132.0.2 Update
November 12 Firefox 132.0.2 release notes lists bug and crash fixes including
"Fixed a crash which could occur when using Microsoft SSO on macOS (Bug 1929622)."
(Mac system requirements lists macOS 10.15 or later.)
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AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 Firmware Updates
Info from Firmware updates for AirPods:
- AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C): 7B21
- AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning): 7B21
-"Bug fixes and other improvements".
- AirPods 4: 7B20
- AirPods 4 with Active Noice (Noise?) Cancellation: 7B20
- "Bug fixes and other improvements".
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Other News and Software Updates
- (Nov 19) Microsoft Office for Mac version 16.91.1 (24111613).
The release notes lists Outlook fixes, including attachments not added to emails after updating to macOS Sequoia. (Nov 12th v16.91 had security updates for Excel, Word, Office Suite.)
- (Nov 12) Chrome 131 Stable Channel Update for Mac (Google blog)
- includes 12 security fixes.
- (Nov 12) Chrome 131.0.6778.73 for iOS/iPadOS 16.0 or later (App store)
- see linked app store page for changes and user reviews.
- (Nov 12) SVS Subwoofer Control App version 1.3.87 for iOS/iPadOS
- See post for info on changes and new features for SVS 17-Ultra Subwoofers.
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Recent Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates [= skip =]
- Find out which macOS version your Mac is using (Nov 19)
- added macOS Sequoia 15.1.1.
- How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Nov 19)
- If you forgot your Apple Vision Pro passcode (Nov 14)
- If you forgot your iPhone passcode or your iPhone is disabled (Nov 12)
- About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch (Nov 10)
- Apple Diagnostics Reference codes (Nov 8)
- Apple web server security acknowledgements (Nov 7)
- Create a bootable installer for macOS (Nov 6)
- macOS Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, El Capitan.
- Set up Find My on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac (Oct 30)
- Locate backups of your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch (Oct 29)
- If you forgot your iPad passcode, use your Mac or PC to reset it (Oct 28)
- About encrypted backups on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Oct 28)
- How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with your Mac (Oct 28)
- If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone or iPad (Oct 28)
- Use Apple products on enterprise networks (Oct 23)
Apple Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watch/tvOS/Vision Pro Users..
(Now includes an Apple Vision Pro Tips & Guides section.)
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Previous News Archive Summary:
November 4th to 8th, 2024 News Archive
- Safari Technology Preview 207.
- Find My enables users to share the location of lost items with third parties.
- Driving the game forward: iPad teams up with college football.
- iOS Firefox 132.1 (bug fixes)
- Firefox 132.0.1 (fixes video playback issues).
- Yamaha CD-S303/CD-S303RK Firmware Update 1.63.
- Yamaha CD-C603/CD-603RK Firmware Update 1.23.
- Chrome 131.0.6778.31 for iOS/iPadOS.
- Chrome 130 Stable Channel Update for Mac .
- LG C4 OLED TV Firmware Update 23.20.36 .
- Microsoft Office for Mac version 16.90.3.
- Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates.
For links to older news pages, see the Archives.
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Recent Software Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades and Repairs:
List of Software & Firmware Updates, Tips, and more you may have missed.
(Apple Operating system and security updates, Browser updates, Tips, Firmware Updates for OLED TVs and A/V equipment, DIY Upgrades, and Repair Articles.)
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