• GarageBand for macOS version 10.3.2 released.
  - Fixed hangs when opening the Sound Library, the Note Pad, the Loop Browser, or the Media Browser when the Smart Controls are open. Also see release notes for changes related to Sound Library, Learn to Play, and these General improvements:
  - GarageBand now supports drag and drop from Voice Memos.
  - The Smart Controls Inspector now displays correctly in newly created projects.
  - LCD display now immediately updates to reflect undo or redo of key signature change.
  - The GarageBand window now remains visible after exiting full screen mode.
  - It is now possible to position the end of song marker with greater precision.
  
  
• Compressor 4.4.3 update (app store)
  - Adds support for ProRes RAW & ProRes RAW HQ formats on Macs that support Metal.
  - Also see What's New in Compressor. (See release notes for info on previous updates.)
  
  
• 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)
  
  
• 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
  
  
• DiRT 4 on track for macOS and Linux in 2019 (with trailer) (feral interactive)

• If sound quality is reduced when using Bluetooth headphones with your Mac
  
  
• How to change or remove your Apple ID payment information
  
  
• If you see 'itunes.com/bill' or an unfamiliar charge on your statement
  
  
• How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
  
  
• How to redownload apps, music, movies, TV shows, and books from the App Store, iTunes Store, and Apple Books
  
  
• Potential sources of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth interference
  (USB 3.0 can cause interference on 2.4GHz band used by WiFi and BT. Also some USB 3.0 cables may not be shielded well. Moving USB 3.0 device farther away may also help.)
  
  
• How to AirPlay video and mirror your device's screen to Apple TV (rev Dec. 10th)
  
  
• Vintage and Obsolete Products Listing (rev Dec. 10th)

• 05.80.15 Update for 2017 LG OLED TV B7P, C7P, E7P, G7P, W7P models.
  (LG US Download pages, 05.80.15 update dated 12/12/2018.)
  Change info from page's "Reference" link:
  - To Improve intermittent no audio issue during watching Live TV.
  
  
• 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)
  
  
• Nvidia TITAN RTX Ultimate PC Graphics Card with Turing (nvidia)

December 3rd to 7th, 2018 News Archive
• Info/Downloads of macOS 10.14.2 Updater, Security Updates for High Sierra & Sierra
• Safari 12.0.2, iOS 12.1.1, tvOS 12.1.1, and watchOS 5.1.2 Updates
• Updates to MainStage, Logic Pro X, Pixelmator Pro, Techtool Pro
• Benchmarks of Radeon RX580 vs 7950, 5870, 5770 in Mac Pro 5,1 Tower
• Last chance to buy these Classic Mac Games at feral interactive
• Mac 101: Get More Done with More Memory
• Apple presents the best of 2018 (apps, music, games, etc)
• New Dual Drive Dock with USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2) 10Gb/s
• I've used Apple computers my entire life. but never buying one again
• Download iCloud for Windows (v7.9)
• About the security content of iCloud for Windows 7.9
• About the security content of iTunes 12.9.2 for Windows
• Apple Support/Troubleshooting/How-To Article Updates:
  - If your Mac won't turn on
  - How to make and receive RTT calls on your Mac
  - Get help with iOS update and restore errors
  - If you see an error when you update or restore iPhone, iPad, or iPod.
  - If your Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad isn't working properly
  - Find & watch movies with 4K, HDR, Dolby Vision, or Dolby Atmos
  - How to manage your Apple Music subscription
  - How to manage your AppleCare plan
  - If you don't see your AppleCare plan on My Support
  - About your support coverage and service options
  - How to Transfer your AppleCare plan
  - About Family purchases and payments
  - Get phone support after your complimentary support ends
  - Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
  - if iTunes doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod
  - If you see an error when you update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod
  - If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
  - How to Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings

For links to older news pages, see the Archives.