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June 10th to 14th, 2024 News & Software Updates Go to Current News Page
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= Recent Updates/Articles =
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visionOS 1.2 Update
About visionOS 1 Updates for version 1.2 says
"This release includes additional region and language support,
as well as bug fixes and security updates for your Apple Vision Pro."
About the Security fixes in visionOS 1.2 lists 21 CVEs.
(You can check Apple's Vision Pro discussion forum for user feedback.)
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Little Snitch version 6.0.1
Little Snitch 6.0.1 for macOS Sonoma.
See the release notes for v6.0.1 improvements and bug fixes. (Version 5.x is compatible with macOS Sonoma to Big-Sur.)
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Mac VLC Media Player version 3.0.21
There's a Security Bulletin on fixes in VLC 3.0.21.
You can download version 3.0.21 at the VLC Media Player for Mac page.
Requires Mac OS X 10.7.5 or later, Mac with 64-bit Intel processor or Apple Silicon chip.
(VLC for older OS X versions are listed down the linked page.) |
Updates to Pages, Numbers & Keynote apps for Mac and iOS/iPadOS
(Mac apps require macOS 13.0 or later. iOS apps require iOS/iPadOS 16.0 or later.)
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Apple WWDC News and Press Releases (later first) [= skip =]
- New features come to Apple services this fall with the release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 18, visionOS 2, and tvOS 18.
- Introducing Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that puts powerful generative models at the core of iPhone, iPad, and Mac "Setting a new standard for privacy in AI, Apple Intelligence understands personal context to deliver intelligence that is helpful and relevant..."
- News from WWDC24:
WebKit in Safari 18 beta
- Web technology sessions at WWDC24
- macOS Sequoia takes productivity and intelligence on Mac to new heights
"Mac experience gets better than ever with iPhone Mirroring, big updates to Safari, highly anticipated games, and Apple Intelligence to deliver all-new capabilities."
- iOS 18 makes iPhone more personal, capable, and intelligent than ever
- iPadOS 18 introduces powerful new intelligence features & apps designed for Apple Pencil
- visionOS 2 brings new spatial computing experiences to Apple Vision Pro
- Updates to the Home experience elevate entertainment and bring more convenience
"tvOS 18 introduces new cinematic experiences with InSight, Enhance Dialogue, & subtitles..."
- watchOS 11 brings powerful health and fitness insights, and even more personalization and connectivity
- AirPods introduce convenient ways to communicate and interact
"This fall, AirPods software updates will transform the way users respond to Siri, take calls with friends and loved ones, and immerse themselves in their favorite games..."
- Apple extends its privacy leadership with new updates across its platforms
"Private Cloud Compute sets a new standard for privacy in artificial intelligence".
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Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates
Apple Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watch/tvOS/Vision Pro Users. (Now has an Apple Vision Pro section.)
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Firefox Updates for Mac and iOS/iPadOS
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Other News, Software and Firmware Updates
- (June 14) TechTool Pro version 19.0.7 Update (Micromat)
- Updates to subscription and perpetual license control flow.
- Fixed Disk Image Cloning in Volume Cloning tool to prevent a possible app crash.
- Minor update in Battery Check test to address potential missing iOS device names.
- Updated Bonjour manufacturer database for the Local Network tool.
- Updated Sparkle update framework to version 2.6.3.
- Minor fixes and enhancements.
- (June 13) LG C4 & G4 OLED TVs Firmware Update 03.10.85
- see post for change note and firmware download pages.
(G4 owners said this update fixed their HDMI 2 problems.)
- (June 13) Playstation 5 System Software version 24.04-09.40.00 (Sony Support)
- Updated the device software for the PULSE Elite wireless headset, PULSE Explore wireless earbuds, and PlayStation Link USB adapter. (Firmware version 0137)
- PlayStation Link connection stability has been improved.
(some said it helped disconnect problems, a friend had no issues until the update.)
- Fixed an issue with PULSE Elite wireless headset that caused the power to turn off
when the audio cable is connected to the audio input jack.
- On the PULSE Elite wireless headset, the status indicator is now less bright.
- We've improved system software performance and stability.
- We've improved the messages and usability on some screens.
- New parental controls are available for parents and guardians.
- Child accounts can now link and add third-party services and apps to their account.
- You can now start or join a Discord voice chat directly from your PS5.
- (June 13) Chrome 126 Stable Channel Update for Mac (Google)
(The previous June 11th Update included 21 security fixes.)
- (June 11) Chrome 126.0.6478.54 for iOS/iPadOS 16.0 or later (App store)
- "Stability and performance improvements".
- (June 11) Microsoft Office for Mac version 16.86 (24060916).
The version 16.86 release notes lists feature updates for Outlook.
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Previous News Archive Summary:
June 3rd to 7th, 2024 News Archive
- Mac Logic Pro version 11.0.1 Update.
- Logic Pro for iPad version 2.0.1.
- Safari Technology Preview 196.
- Apple expands developer support and resources.
- Apple announces winners of the 2024 Apple Design Awards.
- 7 new games launch on Apple Arcade, including Outlanders 2: Second Nature.
- Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions.
- Apple and Major League Baseball announce July "Friday Night Baseball" schedule.
- Chrome 126.0.6478.35 for iOS/iPadOS.
- LG B3 OLED TV Firmware Update 03.31.55.
- Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates
- How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with your Mac.
For links to older news pages, see the Archives.
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