Apple has released iOS 15.0.2 which includes a host of fixes for bugs that users have been experiencing with Messages, MagSafe, and more.
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Apple Fixes Apple Watch Unlock Bug With New Update iOS 15.0.1
On Friday Apple released iOS 15.0.1 to fix an Apple Watch unlock bug that affected iPhone 13 owners.
Apple Releases Security Update for macOS Big Sur, macOS Catalina
Alongside its security updates for watchOS, iOS, and iPadOS, Mac users are receiving a macOS Big Sur 11.6 update and one for macOS Catalina.
Apple Releases Security Updates With iOS 14.8 Out Today
Apple released iOS | iPadOS 14.8 on Monday with security fixes, along with watchOS 7.6.2 for the Apple Watch Series 3 and later.
Thursdays with Bob: Keyboard and Security Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-08-05
Dr Mac joins Kelly to give an update on the ergonomic keyboard search, and plead the case for security updates.
In-Person Events, Ad Tracking Complaints – TMO Daily Observations 2021-03-09
Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to talk about getting together in person in June, and the latest complaint against Apple for daring to offer user privacy.
Updates Ahoy! – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-27
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss why the latest iOS update is very important to install, and a look ahead at earnings.
Chrome and Keystone, Updating Apps – TMO Daily Observations 2020-12-15
Dave Hamilton and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Chrome’s updater and alternate methods for keeping apps current.
TV+ Updates, Breaking News – TMO Daily Observations 2020-12-14
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss new TV+ shows and announcements. Stay tuned until the end for Breaking News!
Apple Releases iOS 14.2.1 for HomePod
Apple has released a 14.2.1 update for the HomePod and HomePod mini, bringing general bug fixes and improvements ahead of iOS 14.3.
watchOS 7.0.2 Fixes watchOS 7 Battery Bug Affecting Users
Apple has released watchOS 7.0.2 on Monday to fix a watchOS 7 battery bug that affected some users.
iOS 13.6 Brings Car Key, Apple News Audio, and Other Improvements
Apple released updates to its operating systems today, including iOS and iPadOS 13.6. Here are the features it gives customers.
iOS 13.5.1 is Out Today With Security Patches
Today Apple released a 13.5.1 OS update for iPhones and iPads. It contains important security patches although details aren’t yet known about what was patched.
iPadOS and iOS 13.5 Out With Exposure Notification, Face ID Update
iPadOS and iOS 13.5 have been released today by Apple. They contain the new Exposure Notification platform for public health apps.
iOS 13.4.1 Just Dropped With Bug Fixes for FaceTime
Apple just released 13.4.1 today for iOS and iPadOS and it fixes a number of bugs that people experienced in iOS 13.4.
watchOS 6.1.3 Fixes a Bug for Watch Owners in Iceland
Apple has released watchOS 6.1.3 that fixes a bug for Apple Watch owners in Ireland. There’s also a watchOS 5.3.5 update for iOS 12 users.
Update PSAs, Restaurant Payment Systems – TMO Daily Observations 2019-10-29
Andrew Orr and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss system updates to iPhones and HomePods, and the evolution of payment tech.
Software Update to Fix iOS GPS Coming in November
Starting on November 3, 2019, certain older iPhones and iPads from 2012 to later will get an update to keep iOS GPS corrected.
macOS Mojave 10.14.6 Developer Beta 5 Available
Apple has released the fifth developer beta of macOS Mojave 10.14.6 today, one week after developer beta four came out.
Updates Tied to iPhone in watchOS 6 Beta 1
Although Apple introduced an over-the-air (OTA) mechanism in watchOS beta 1, software updates still require an iPhone. But it is still a beta, after all.
iOS 12.1.4 Delayed Until Next Week, Apple Apologizes
Apple issued an apology to MacRumors, saying that a software update to fix the Group FaceTime bug won’t arrive until next week.
We have fixed the Group FaceTime security bug on Apple’s servers and we will issue a software update to re-enable the feature for users next week. We thank the Thompson family for reporting the bug. We sincerely apologize to our customers who were affected and all who were concerned about this security issue. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we complete this process.
macOS Mojave: How to Disable All Automatic Updates
One of the changes Apple made in macOS Mojave is that software updates work a bit differently. If you want to disable automatic updating for either your App Store apps or your system, you can do that from two different sets of preferences if you want to! Melissa Holt has the scoop in today’s Quick Tip.
Automatic System Updates Coming to iOS 12
Automatic updates may soon be available to iPhone and iPad users as part of iOS 12, enabling system and security updates to install without user intervention. But the risks of having your iPhone unexpectedly unavailable may mean that this will be an exclusively opt-in feature.
macOS Mojave Moves Software Updates From Mac App Store to System Preferences
Apple is splitting up system and app updates in macOS Mojave. Mojave’s new Mac App Store will display updates for apps only, while system and security updates will be available in a new pane in System Preferences, a change that mirrors how updates are handled in iOS.