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= Recent Updates/Articles =
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Apple Beta Updates [= skip =]
Current Developer releases as of April 21, 2025.
(Release notes are on download pages.)
- macOS 15.5 beta 3 (24F5053j)
- iOS 18.5 beta 3 (22F5053j)
- iPadOS 18.5 beta 3 (22F5053j)
- tvOS 18.5 beta 3 (22L5559d)
- visionOS 2.5 beta 3 (22O5459c)
- watchOS 11.5 beta 3 (22T5559d)
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 Technology Preview 217
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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VirtualBox 7.1.8 Update
Freeware VM VirtualBox version 7.1.8 released April 15.
See the Change Log for a long list of changes and fixes.
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macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 Update
Security fixes in macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 lists 2 CVEs (CoreAudio & RPAC related).
What's new in updates for macOS Sequoia for version 15.4.1 says
"This update provides important bug fixes & security updates and is recommended for all users."
(You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Sequoia discussion forum.)
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iOS 18.4.1 and iPadOS 18.4.1 Updates
Security fixes in iOS 18.4.1 and iPadOS 18.4.1 lists 2 CVEs (CoreAudio & RPAC related).
Info from About iOS 18 Updates for iOS 18.4.1:
"This update provides important bug fixes, security updates, and addresses a rare issue that prevents wireless CarPlay connection in certain vehicles."
Info from About iPadOS 18 Updates for iPadOS 18.4.1:
"This update provides important bug fixes & security updates and is recommended for all users."
(Check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum &
iPad discussion forum.)
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visionOS 2.4.1 Update
Security fixes in visionOS 2.4.1 lists 2 CVEs (CoreAudio & RPAC related).
Info from About visionOS 2 Updates for version 2.4.1"
"This update provides important bug fixes & security updates and is recommended for all users."
(You can check Apple's Vision Pro discussion forum for user feedback.)
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tvOS 18.4.1 Update
Security fixes in tvOS 18.4.1 lists 2 CVEs (CoreAudio & RPAC related).
Info from About Apple TV Updates for version 18.4.1:
"This update includes performance and stability improvements."
(You can check feedback in Apple TV discussion forum.)
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HomePod Software Update 18.4.1
Info from About HomePod Software updates for version 18.4.1:
"This update includes performance and stability improvements."
Here's Apple's article on how to update HomePod.
(Our Tips page has a HomePod Apple Guides section.)
You can check for feedback in Apple's HomePod forum.
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Firefox 137.0.2 Update (bug fixes/security fix)
(Apr 15) Firefox 137.0.2 release notes lists 8 bug fixes, a security fix, and a DRM fix.
(Mac system requirements are macOS 10.15 or later.)
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Other News, Software and Firmware Updates [= skip =]
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| Apple News and Press Releases (later first)
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Previous News Archive Summary:
April 7th to 11th, 2025 News Archive
- 5 new games join Apple Arcade in May.
- Playstation Portal System Software Update 5.0.0.
- SVS Subwoofer Control App version 1.3.91 for iOS/iPadOS.
(also firmware update for Ultra-17 and Series 5000 subwoofers.)
- LG B4 OLED TV Firmware Update 23.20.38.
- LG C2 and G2 OLED TVs Firmware Update 23.20.68.
For links to older news pages, see the Archives.
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Recent Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates
Apple Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watch/Apple TV/Vision Pro Users.
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Recent Software Updates, Firmware updates, and Tips
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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