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iTunes 12.3 Update (Info and Download)
Change info from the iTunes 12.3 release notes :
"This update to iTunes adds support for iOS 9 & is designed for OS X El Capitan.
It also:
Improves Apple Music accessibility with VoiceOver
Resolves a problem that prevented reordering of songs within Up Next
Fixes a problem where some radio stations did not appear within Recently Played
Addresses an issue where songs you loved on iOS did not appear loved on iTunes
Supports two-factor authentication to secure your Apple ID
This update also includes improvements to overall stability and performance.
Mac System Rrequirements:
OS X version 10.7.5 or later
400MB of available disk space
iTunes Extras require OS X version 10.10.3 or later
iTunes in the Cloud, iTunes Match, and iTunes Radio availability may vary by country"
Full install version at www.apple.com/itunes/download/ .
(You can check for feedback at Apple's iTunes forum .)
Apple/Products related News, Updates, Reviews, PR:
(see below for related docs on security fixes in these updates )
OS X Server v5.0.3 (app store link with long list of changes)
(Doc on security fixes below. Server forum has feedback/tips.)
Apple Xcode 7.0 (app store link)
"Xcode 7 includes Swift 2 and SDKs for iOS 9, watchOS 2, and OS X 10.11 El Capitan." (doc on security fixes below)
iOS 9 release notes (long list, now updated to include iOS 9.0.1 bugfixes)
(FYI: If your 'slide to unlock' screen doesn't respond after updating to iOS 9 , Apple posted a support doc on Sept. 18th with steps to fix that, but it requires a restore from backup in iTunes. See "If the Slide to Upgrade screen won't go away after you update to iOS 9 ". )
Canon Printer Drivers v3.3 for OS X (Lion and later) (Apple D/L page, 270MB)
(if you're not having problems, don't update. If you are, check software and Canon site for later drivers.)
Tim Cook Interview on Late Show with Stephen Colbert (owc blog)
In-Depth iOS 9 reviews at Anandtech and Ars
(Some early posts on problems in Apple's iPad forum including a post on Wifi vs iTunes updating affecting syncing with OS X 10.6.8 and iTunes 11.4. A user said if iOS 9 updated via Wifi, could still sync with iTunes 11.4 on OS X 10.6.8, but if updated via iTunes, iOS 9 syncing via iTunes 11.4 not supported. Officially iTunes 11 doesn't support OS 9 sync. )
Apple's A9 - The drama of the gifted chip (ee times)
iMovie v2.2 for iOS 9 (app store link)
(Sept. 15/16th) Apple Support/How-To Article Updates:
About the security content of OS X Server v5.0.3
About the security content of iOS 9
List of available trusted root certificates in iOS 9
Lists of available trusted root certificates in iOS (added iOS 9)
How to update the iOS software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
About the security content of Xcode 7.0
About the security content of iTunes 12.3 (for windows)
How to reinstall OS X on your Mac
Get Help with Home Sharing (Troubleshooting Home Sharing)
How to use Home Sharing to share iTunes content with other devices
System requirements for Continuity on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Mac
Set up and use HomeKit-enabled accessories with your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
Printer & scanner software available for download for your Mac (rev for Canon update)
iCloud Drive FAQ
iCloud Photo Library FAQ
iCloud storage pricing and iCloud storage upgrades and downgrades
About backups in iCloud and iTunes
How to back up your devices using iCloud or iTunes
How to Request and make purchases with Ask to Buy
How to use Wallet on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
How to Set up and use Apple Pay on your iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch
About Apple Pay for merchants in the US
Apple Pay participating banks
What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
(Topic-based page of How-To, Troubleshooting & Tips for Mac/OS X/iOS Users.)
Other News and Software Updates:
Recent Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades and Repairs: List of Updates, DIY Repair, Upgrade articles, Tips and more you may have missed. (Topics range from OS/software updates and troubleshooting, to hardware upgrades and repairs.)
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Previous News Archive Summary:
Sept. 14th, 2015 News Archive
Low-Cost eSATA and USB 3.0 PCIe cards in Mac Pro 5,1 running OS X 10.10.5
Apple TV: Hands on review (and recap of past Apple products)
Weekly Roundup - Gaming on Apple TV
Hands on with iPad Pro and iPad Mini 4
Will Apple TV attract more people to the casual gaming space?
In-Depth look at Why the iPhone 6S is an appealing upgrade
Carbon Copy Cloner blog on preparing for OS X 10.11 El Capitan upgrade
Reviews of Synology DiskStation DS215+ and DiskStation DS715
Free Infinity Blade Collection Available in the Unreal Engine Marketplace
NASA, Harmonic Launch First Non-Commercial UHD Channel in North America
Notes on LG 55EC9300 firmware update 5.00.15 and 5.00.04 (with webOS 2 features)
Apple Support Article Updates:
- Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers & access points
- Learn about (display) overscan and underscan
- Consumer Device Cardholder Verification Method
For links to older news pages, see the Archives .
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