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Resolving Weird Errors in MacOS Software Update

Sep 6, 2023 - 2 Comments
Nonsensical error messages in Software Update on the Mac

As a Mac user, you’re likely already familiar with how to install macOS system software updates, which tend to be a simple process. But sometimes you get weird errors when loading the Software Update control panel, and those errors can lead to failures when attempting to install or even load available system software updates on … Read More

MacOS Ventura 13.5.1 Update Released with Fix for Location Services Bug

Aug 17, 2023 - 1 Comment
MacOS Ventura update

MacOS Ventura 13.5.1 has been released by Apple, and it includes a bug fix for an issue where Location Services in macOS Ventura 13.5 would not display apps, preventing users from adjusting location controls and location usage permissions for particular applications. The 13.5.1 update carries a build number of 22G90. The bug fix release apparently … Read More

iOS 15.7.8 and iPadOS 15.7.8 Released for Older iPhone & iPad

Jul 27, 2023 - 2 Comments
iOS 15 and iPadOS 15

Apple has released iOS 15.7.8 and iPadOS 15.7.8 for older model iPhone and iPad devices that are not able to run the latest iOS 16.6 & iPadOS 16.6 updates. The small software updates include security fixes, and are therefore recommended for all eligible users to download and install onto their devices. Additionally, macOS Ventura 13.5, … Read More

macOS Monterey 12.6.8 & macOS Big Sur 11.7.9 Updates Released

Jul 27, 2023 - 1 Comment
MacOS Monterey available to download

Apple has issued MacOS Monterey 12.6.8 and MacOS Big Sur 11.7.9 for eligible Macs that are continuing to run the macOS Monterey and macOS Big Sur operating systems. Additionally, Safari 16.6 is available as an update for those operating systems. The updates include security fixes, and are therefore recommended for all users to install onto … Read More

iOS 16.6 & iPadOS 16.6 Update Released to Download

Jul 24, 2023 - 2 Comments
iOS 16.6 update

Apple has released iOS 16.6 for iPhone and iPadOS 16.6 for iPad, to all users who are running the iOS/iPadOS 16 operating systems. iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 are said to include important bug fixes and security fixes for iPhone and iPad, making them recommended to install for eligible users. No new features are included. … Read More

MacOS Ventura 13.5 Update Released

Jul 24, 2023 - 2 Comments
MacOS Ventura update

Apple has released macOS Ventura 13.5 as an update to Mac users running the Ventura operating system. The update includes important bug fixes and security updates, making it recommended to install. No new features are expected. Separately, Apple has also released iOS 16.6, iPadOS 16.6, tvOS 16.6, and watchOS 9.6, along with updates to macOS … Read More

Revised Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1 (c), macOS Ventura 13.4.1 (c), Released

Jul 12, 2023 - 3 Comments
Rapid Security Response Updates released yet again for iOS 16.5.1, ipadOS 16.5.1, and macOS Ventura 13.4.1

Apple has again released Rapid Security Response Updates for MacOS, iOS, and iPadOS, this time versioned as iOS 16.5.1 (c), iPadOS 16.5.1 (c), and MacOS Ventura 13.4.1 (c), to address a known and actively exploited security issue with Safari. These new rapid response updates are available after similar rapid security response updates (versioned with an … Read More

Apple Pulls Rapid Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1, macOS Ventura 13.4.1

Jul 11, 2023 - 4 Comments
Rapid Response Update problem

Apple has pulled the rapid response updates for iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1, macOS Ventura 13.4.1 that were intended to fix a security issue with Safari.

How to Disable Rapid Response Updates on iPhone & iPad

Jul 11, 2023 - 2 Comments
Automatic Security Response Updates for iPhone and iPad

Apple has started issuing Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS and iPadOS. These small software updates for iPhone and iPad are intended to address known security risks and exploits, and without having to issue a full software update version for iOS, iPadOS, or MacOS. By default, rapid security response updates will install automatically onto your … Read More

Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1, macOS Ventura 13.4.1, Released

Jul 10, 2023 - 8 Comments
Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS, iPadOS, MacOS

Apple Releases Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1 and macOS 13.4.1 to Fix Actively Exploited Vulnerability Apple has issued Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1, and macOS Ventura 13.4.1 to address a known and actively exploited security vulnerability. All users with an eligible device should update their iPhone, iPad, or Mac, … Read More

iOS 15.7.7 & iPadOS 15.7.7 Updates Released for Older iPhone & iPad Models

Jun 22, 2023 - Leave a Comment
iOS 15 and iPadOS 15

iOS 15.7.7 and iPadOS 15.7.7 have been released for older iPhone and iPad models that are not running iOS/iPadOS 16, of which iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1 updates were just released. iOS/iPadOS 15.7.7 include important security updates, and are recommended to install. Separately, Apple has also released updates for iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1, MacOS Ventura … Read More

iOS 16.5.1 & iPadOS 16.5.1 Update Released to Download

Jun 21, 2023 - 1 Comment
iOS 16.2

Apple has released iOS 16.5.1 as a software update for iPhone users running the iOS 16 operating system. iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1 includes important security fixes for iPhone and iPad, along with a bug fix to resolve an issue with charging the iPhone with a Lightning to USB camera adapter. Updates are also available … Read More

MacOS Ventura 13.4.1 Update Available to Download & Install

Jun 21, 2023 - Leave a Comment
MacOS Ventura update

MacOS Ventura 13.4.1 has been released as an update for Mac users running the Ventura operating system. The MacOS Ventura 13.4.1 update includes bug fixes and security enhancements, making it a recommended update for Mac users running that operating system. Software updates are also available for macOS Monterey and Big Sur, along with iPhone, iPad, … Read More

iOS 15.7.6 & iPadOS 15.7.6 Updates Released for Older iPhone & iPad Models

May 19, 2023 - 3 Comments
iOS 15 released for iPhone

Apple has released iOS 15.7.6 and iPadOS 15.7.6 for older iPhone and iPad models that are not running the just released iOS/iPadOS 16.5 versions. The small updates include important security updates and therefore are recommended to install for any eligible device. Similarly, Apple has released MacOS Monterey 12.6.6 and MacOS Big Sur 11.7.7 for Macs … Read More

MacOS Monterey 12.6.6 & MacOS Big Sur 11.7.7 Updates Released

May 19, 2023 - 1 Comment
MacOS Monterey available to download

Apple has released MacOS Monterey 12.6.6 and MacOS Big Sur 11.7.7 for Mac users who are not running the Ventura operating system. Safari 16.5 is also available for these macOS versions. The updates to macOS Monterey and Big Sur arrive alongside updates to macOS Ventura 13.4, iOS 16.5, and iPadOS 16.5.

iOS 16.5 & iPadOS 16.5 Update Released to Download

May 18, 2023 - Leave a Comment
iOS 16.6 update

Apple has released iOS 16.5 for all eligible iPhone users, and iPadOS 16.5 for iPad. The software update includes mostly bug fixes, but also includes a few minor changes and additions. Specifically, iOS 16.5 includes a new LGTBQ+ pride celebration wallpaper, along with a “Sports” tab for News app, and the ability to start screen … Read More

MacOS Ventura 13.4 Update Available to Download & Install

May 18, 2023 - 4 Comments
MacOS Ventura update

Apple has released MacOS Ventura 13.4 for all Mac users running the Ventura operating system. The software update focuses on bug fixes including resolutions to an issue with Screen Time, a fix for Apple Watch auto-unlock, a fix for a VoiceOver issue, and a resolution to a Bluetooth keyboard issue where the keyboard would reconnect … Read More

Security Response Updates for MacOS 13.3.1, iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1 Released

May 1, 2023 - 7 Comments
Security Response Updates for iOS, iPadOS, MacOS

Apple has released the first rapid security response updates for MacOS Ventura 13.3.1, iOS 16.4.1, and iPadOS 16.4.1. The security updates are said to include important security fixes and are therefore recommended for all eligible users to download and install onto their Mac, iPhone, or iPad. The purpose of Rapid Security Response updates are to … Read More

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