January 27th to 31st, 2025 News and Software Updates Go to Current News Page
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= Recent Updates/Articles =
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Apple MainStage 3.7 Update
The App store page for MainStage 3.7 update for macOS 14.4 or later.
See the release notes for details and long list of improvements and fixes.
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Mac GarageBand version 10.4.12 update
GarageBand version 10.4.12 update for macOS 14.4 or later.
See the release notes for a list of improvements and bug fixes.
And the security content of GarageBand 10.4.12 lists 1 CVE (CVE-2024-44142),
"Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution".
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Safari 18.3 Update for macOS Ventura and Sonoma
Security fixes in Safari 18.3 lists 7 CVEs.
Software update says "This update provides important bug fixes and security updates".
Also an article on WebKit Features in Safari 18.3.
(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 15.3 Update
Security fixes in Sequoia 15.3 lists 61 CVEs.
See What's new in updates for macOS Sequoia for version 15.3 changes.
And also What's new for enterprise in macOS Sequoia 15.3 update.
(You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Sequoia discussion forum.)
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macOS Sonoma 14.7.3 Update
Security fixes in macOS Sonoma 14.7.3 lists 41 CVEs.
Info from What's new in the updates for macOS Sonoma for version 14.7.3:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
(You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Sonoma discussion forum.)
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macOS Ventura 13.7.3 Update
Security fixes in macOS Ventura 13.7.3 lists 31 CVEs.
Info from What's new in the updates for macOS Ventura for version 13.7.3:
"This update includes important security fixes and is recommended for all users".
(You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Ventura discussion forum.)
On a M1 mini running macOS 13.7.2, software update listed macOS 13.7.3 as 1.12 GB,
but the actual download was 2.96 GB. (M1 mini Firmware updated to 11881.81.2.)
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iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 Updates
Security fixes in iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 lists 29 CVEs.
See About iOS 18 Updates & About iPadOS 18 Updates for improvements and fixes.
(FYI: Reportedly Apple has released a special iOS 18.3 version for iPhone 11 owners.)
(Check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum &
iPad discussion forum.)
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iPadOS 17.7.4 Update
Security fixes in iPadOS 17.7.4 lists 17 CVEs.
(Article notes for "iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, and iPad 6th gen".)
Info from About iPadOS 17 Updates for version 17.7.4:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
Check feedback in Apple's iPad discussion forum.
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watchOS 11.3 Update
Security content of watchOS 11.3 lists 18 CVEs fixed.
Info from About watchOS 11 Updates for version 11.3:
"This update includes improvements and bug fixes for your Apple Watch."
(You can check feedback in Apple's Watch discussion forum.)
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tvOS 18.3 Update
About the security content of tvOS 18.2 lists 18 CVEs fixed.
Info from About Apple TV Updates for version 18.3:
"This update includes performance and stability improvements."
(You can check feedback in Apple TV discussion forum.)
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visionOS 2.3 Update
About the security content of visionOS 2.3 lists 21 CVEs fixed.
Info from About visionOS 2 Updates for version 2.3:
"This update provides important bug fixes and security updates."
(You can check Apple's Vision Pro discussion forum for user feedback.)
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HomePod Software Update 18.3
Info from About HomePod Software updates for version 18.3:
"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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Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates [= skip =]
Apple Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watch/Apple TV/Vision Pro Users.
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Previous News Archive Summary:
January 20th to 24th, 2025 News Archive
- Safari Technology Preview 212.
- VirtualBox 7.1.6 (3 macOS fixes).
- Firefox 134.0.2 (bug fixes).
- tvOS 18.2.1 (build 22K160).
- The success of Interop 2024 (webkit blog).
- TechTool Pro version 20.1.4.
- Playstation 5 System Software v25.01-10.60.0.
- Chrome 132 Stable Channel Update for Mac.
- Chrome 132.0.6834.100 for iOS/iPadOS.
- Microsoft Office for Mac v16.93.1 (5 security fixes).
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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