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Apple Beta Updates
Current Developer releases as of March 2, 2021.
  • macOS Big Sur 11.3 beta 3 (20E5196f)
  • Xcode 12.5 beta 3 (12E5244e)
  • iOS 14.5 beta 3 (18E5164h)
  • iPadOS 14.5 beta 3 (18E5164h)
    (below from Feb. 16)
  • watchOS 7.4 beta 2 (18T5159f)
  • tvOS 14.5 beta 2 (18L5163d)
    (finally outputs 24.000 fps content correctly)
  • Apple Configurator 2.14 beta (6A9)
    (although at the bottom, dated Feb. 17.)
Apple also has Public betas. See Beta FAQ for info on joining or unenrolling.
(Public beta version updates are usually shortly after developer releases.)
Apple/Products related News, Tips, Updates, PR (later first) [= skip =]
  • Forum thread on Cracked screen MacBook Pro with Touch Bar now 47 pages long.
  • Apple M1 Q&A Session With Larry O'Connor & David Helmly, Sr. (sponsor blog)
  • Apple forum thread on Mac Trade-In experiences (complaints)
    (Not a new thread, but worth reading if considering it. Especially the complaints on reduced trade-in price from (disputed) claims of 3 or more 'white spots' on screens.)
  • Apple Hearing Study shares new insights on hearing health (pr)
  • How to Scan and Store Documents with the Files App (sponsor blog)
  • All U.S. Apple Stores Now Open a Year After Closures Began (bloomberg)
  • Mac 'Silver Sparrow' Malware Threat: How to Find and Remove It (sponsor blog)
  • Apple Big Sur forum thread on some websites using GBs of Memory.
    - Includes Activity monitor screenshots from a M1 MacBook Air (8GB ram).
    (Heavy M1 swap file use has caused some concern on impact to SSD lifespan.)
  • The mystery of the Silver Sparrow Mac malware (malwarebytes)
  • Many Malware posts in Apple's forums on (name) 'will damage your computer'.
    Posts on CleanParameterd, Original Moduled, ActivityInputd, DominantPartitiond, InitialSkilld, RecordMapperd, StandardBoostd, & 'ManagerAnalogd' (here & here).
    There's other examples in both the Catalina & Big Sur forums. Some have removal info.
    (Typically using free version of https://www.malwarebytes.com.)
    Check System Preferences > Network > Advanced > Proxies (Uncheck any Proxy).
    Also check if a 'Profiles' preference pane exists. (If so, delete unrecognized profiles.)
    Check in ~/Library/LaunchAgents, /Library/LaunchDaemons, /Library/LaunchAgents.
    One post said his browser search engine had also been changed (serving ads), so check browser extensions/addons, and clear browser cache/cookies.
    (I'm guessing Apple may have recently updated protections to detect these.)
  • Apple wins a patent for advanced monitors based on a new Micro-LED Chiplet Architecture (ledinside)
  • Video Pros Weigh in on Where Apple Should Take Its Platform (sponsor blog)
  • Apple's Advanced Manufacturing Fund helps COPAN Diagnostics ship millions of COVID-19 test kits (apple)
  • A Comprehensive Guide to All Startup Modes for M1 Macs (sponsor blog)
  • Apple Working on Magnetic Battery Pack Attachment for iPhones (bloomberg)
  • Epic Games Attacks Apple in Antitrust Complaint to EU (bloomberg)
  • How to Create a Bootable USB Installer Disk for macOS Big Sur (sponsor blog)
  • Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2019) version 16.46 (build 21021202)
    - See Feb. 16 release notes (with security updates for Excel and Word).
Little Snitch version 5.1.1 Update
Feb. 26th dated Little Snitch 5.1.1 update for macOS Big Sur.
Info from the release notes for version 5.1.1:
'This patch release fixes a possible loss of network connectivity due to a crash of the Little Snitch network extension. This crash could occur when an application used the QUIC protocol. This protocol is a replacement for HTTPS which is used primarily by Google Chrome and its derivatives when connecting to Google servers.'
(The Feb. 23rd v5.1 update had a long list of improvements and bug fixes.)
Safari Technology Preview 121
See the release notes for a complete list of improvements & bug fixes.
A download is available for macOS Big Sur and Catalina.
(If a previous version is installed, use software update in System Prefs.)
macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 (build 20D80) released
Available via software update. Info from What's new in macOS Big Sur:
'macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 prevents MacBook Pro (2019 or later) and MacBook Air (2020 or later) models from incurring damage when they are connected to certain third-party, non-compliant powered USB-C hubs and docks.'
Apple's security updates page says the update has no published CVE entries.
(If you have trouble, try updating from Safe Mode.)

Apple computer malware protection. I'm not running Big Sur, but watching Apple's Big Sur, Mac Mini, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air forums for early feedback. (Was hoping it fixes CVM Server crashes, including from DVD playback.)

Micromat Lifespan 1.0.2 update
Changes in Lifespan ('safety monitor for flash media') v1.0.2 (use in-app update check):
  • Updated for macOS 11 'Big Sur' support.
  • Fixed an issue in which valid SSDs would report as 'not supported.'
  • Fixed an intermittent NVMe crashing issue.
  • Fixed issue reading updated drive database.
  • Updated Sparkle update framework to version 1.25.0.
  • Other minor fixes and enhancements.
Requirements:
- Intel-based Mac.
- OS X 10.10 or greater, including macOS 11 Big Sur.
Micromat Drive Scope 1.2.11 update
Changes in Drive Scope version 1.2.11 (use in-app update check):
  • Fixed an application crasher at launch.
  • Corrected a drive database format change.
  • Updated Sparkle update framework to version 1.25.0.
  • Other minor fixes and enhancements.
(Version 1.2.10 changes listed Big Sur compatibility.)
Other News, Software/Firmware Updates, PR, OT (later added first)
  • Chrome 89.0.4389.72 Stable Channel Update (google)
    - Includes 48 security fixes.
  • Microsoft Releases Out-of-Band Security Updates for Exchange Server 2013, 2016, & 2019 (If Microsoft page doesn't load, see krebs.)
  • Is Your Browser Extension a Botnet Backdoor? (krebs)
  • 05.60.06 Update for USA LG B6 OLED TV, UH6330/7650/7700 LCD TVs
    - Added to the firmware updates listing.
  • A Beginner's Guide to Understanding RAID (sponsor blog)
  • Firefox 86.0 release notes and security fixes.
  • Firefox ESR 78.8 includes 'various stability, functionality, and security fixes'.
  • Firmware Updates for 2018 Yamaha Receivers and CX-A5200 Pre-Pro
    - Post has change info and download pages for each affected model/series.
  • One Cable to Rule Them All - the New OWC Thunderbolt 4 Cable (sponsor blog)
    - And related press release on their Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C Cable.
  • Samsung 870 EVO SATA SSD Review (1TB and 4TB) (anandtech)
DisplayLink Manager macOS App v1.3 (for macOS Big Sur & Catalina) [= skip =]
The DisplayLink macOS USB Software page has DisplayLink Manager Graphics Connectivity v1.3 (macOS app). Here's some info from the v1.3 release notes:
'This is DisplayLink macOS AppStore app v1.3.0 release.
This version supports macOS versions 10.15.x and 11.2.

Changes in 1.3 release
- Added native support for M1 Macs with new universal binary.
- Added Retina resolutions on 4K displays (32677).
- Addressed tearing detected in some high load cases (32648).

Known issues and limitations
- No support for rotated DisplayLink screens in macOS Catalina 10.15.x
- No support for clamshell mode with DisplayLink screen connected on Intel Mac.
- Screen rotation on Mac with M1 chip is not supported on macOS Big Sur 11.2'

Read the full release notes (text file download) for more details.
(Previous DisplayLink software for macOS is under 'Legacy Releases' on the macOS page.)
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Recent Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates (later added first)
  • If you get a personalization error when reinstalling macOS on a M1 chip Mac (rev Mar 1)
  • Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty (rev Mar 1)
    - originally titled 'Vintage and Obsolete products'.
  • What's new in macOS Big Sur (added v11.2.2 info)
  • Find out which macOS your Mac is using
  • Migrate your Aperture libraries to Photos or Adobe Lightroom Classic
  • If your Apple Watch Series 5 or SE is in Power Reserve and won't charge
    (Fixed in watchOS 7.3.1 update.)
  • If your built-in camera isn't working on your Mac (revised Feb 13)
  • Charge your AirPods with charging case and learn about battery life (revised Feb 12)
  • If your left or right AirPod isn't working (revised Feb 11)
  • How to create a Bootable installer for macOS (revised Feb 10)
    - Covers macOS Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, and El Capitan.
  • Measuring and calibrating Apple Pro Display XDR
  • What's new in macOS Big Sur Updates (revised Feb 10)
  • Set up AirPods Max with your Mac and other Bluetooth devices
  • If AirPlay or screen mirroring isn't working on your device
  • About genuine iPhone displays
  • If the battery in your 2016 or 2017 MacBook Pro won't charge past 1%
  • How to get old versions of macOS
  • About privacy and Location Services in iOS and iPadOS
Page of How-To, Troubleshooting & Tips for Mac/OS X/iOS Users from Airplay to Thunderbolt.
watchOS 7.3.1 Update
Available via software update. Info from the watchOS release notes
'watchOS 7.3.1 addresses an issue that prevented some Apple Watch Series 5 & Apple Watch SE devices from charging after entering Power Reserve.

For more information, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/HT212180'
('If your Apple Watch Series 5 or Apple Watch SE is in Power Reserve and won't charge')

Apple's security updates page notes 'This update has no published CVE entries'.
Recent Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades and Repairs:
List of Updates, DIY Upgrades, Repair Articles, Tips and more you may have missed. (Topics range from OS/software/driver updates and troubleshooting, to hardware upgrades and repairs.)
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Previous News Archive Summary:
    February 8th to 12th, 2021 News Archive
  • macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 (build 20D74) released.
    (Includes tip on updating from a Safe Mode boot.)
  • macOS Catalina Supplemental Update 2 (info and download).
  • macOS Mojave Security Update 2021-002 (info and download).
  • macOS Mojave User's Tip for App Store problems.
  • Safari Technology Preview 120.
  • Apple article on 2016/2017 MacBook Pro Battery won't charge past 1%
    (article says Apple will replace affected batteries).
  • Apple developing advanced microOLED & microLED displays?
  • New features available on the Apple Developer Forums.
  • Updates to the webkit Storage Access API.
  • Apple Judge Tosses Out Suit Claiming Siri Serial Eavesdropping.
  • How to do a Factory Reset on M1 Mac to Regain Access to SoftRAID Volumes.
  • Apple's Riccio Shifts From Hardware Chief to AR, VR Headsets.
  • TROY Ajax & Diomedes DLC released for macOS.
  • Firefox 85.0.2 update (bug fix).
  • Photoshop, Acrobat/Reader, Animate, Illustrator, & Dreamweaver Updates.
  • Microsoft February 2021 Patch Tuesday.
  • Yamaha Steinberg Mac USB Driver Update v2.0.5.
  • Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates.

For links to older news pages, see the Archives.

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Mac OS Big Sur Update issue You're now watching this thread and will receive emails when there's activity. Click again to stop watching or visit your profile to manage your watched threads. Feb 03, 2019 My mac is stuck on OS X Yosemite 10.10.5 and won't update past that, no updates on app store no nothing, I recently bought an iPhone x and iTunes won't let me sync my old iphone back up because it needs an update which i cannot get, its frustrating me, I don't know what to do anymore, I've looked everywhere on the internet and can't find a solution. Oct 20, 2020 OS X El Capitan v10.11.6 and Security Update 2016-004. OS X Mavericks v10.9.5, OS X Yosemite v10.10.5, and OS X El Capitan v10.11 and later. AirPort Base Station Firmware Update 7.6.7 and 7.7.7.

With an all-new design that looks great on macOS Big Sur, Xcode 12 has customizable font sizes for the navigator, streamlined code completion, and new document tabs. Xcode 12 builds Universal apps by default to support Mac with Apple Silicon, often without changing a single line of code.

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Designed for macOS Big Sur.

Xcode 12 looks great on macOS Big Sur, with a navigator sidebar that goes to the top of the window and clear new toolbar buttons. The navigator defaults to a larger font that's easier to read, while giving you multiple size choices. New document tabs make it easy to create a working set of files within your workspace.

Document tabs.

The new tab model lets you open a new tab with a double-click, or track the selected file as you click around the navigator. You can re-arrange the document tabs to create a working set of files for your current task, and configure how content is shown within each tab. The navigator tracks the open files within your tabs using strong selection.

Navigator font sizes.

The navigator now tracks the system setting for 'Sidebar icon size' used in Finder and Mail. You can also choose a unique font size just for Xcode within Preferences, including the traditional dense information presentation, and up to large fonts and icon targets.

Code completion streamlined.

A new completion UI presents only the information you need, taking up less screen space as you type. And completions are presented much faster, so you can keep coding at maximum speed.

Redesigned organizer.

An all-new design groups all critical information about each of your apps together in one place. Choose any app from any of your teams, then quickly navigate to inspect crash logs, energy reports, and performance metrics, such as battery consumption and launch time of your apps when used by customers.

SwiftUI

SwiftUI offers new features, improved performance, and the power to do even more, all while maintaining a stable API that makes it easy to bring your existing SwiftUI code forward into Xcode 12. A brand new life cycle management API for apps built with SwiftUI lets you write your entire app in SwiftUI and share even more code across all Apple platforms. And a new widget platform built on SwiftUI lets you build widgets that work great on iPad, iPhone, and Mac. Your SwiftUI views can now be shared with other developers, and appear as first-class controls in the Xcode library. And your existing SwiftUI code continues to work, while providing faster performance, better diagnostics, and access to new controls.

Universal app ready.

Xcode 12 is built as a Universal app that runs 100% natively on Intel-based CPUs and Apple Silicon for great performance and a snappy interface.* It also includes a unified macOS SDK that includes all the frameworks, compilers, debuggers, and other tools you need to build apps that run natively on Apple Silicon and the Intel x86_64 CPU.

Updated automatically

When you open your project in Xcode 12, your app is automatically updated to produce release builds and archives as Universal apps. When you build your app, Xcode produces one binary 'slice' for Apple Silicon and one for the Intel x86_64 CPU, then wraps them together as a single app bundle to share or submit to the Mac App Store. You can test this at any time by selecting 'Any Mac' as the target in the toolbar.

Test multiple architectures.

On the new Mac with Apple Silicon, you can run and debug apps running on either the native architecture or on Intel virtualization by selecting 'My Mac (Rosetta)' in the toolbar.

Multiplatform template

New multiplatform app templates set up new projects to easily share code among iOS, iPadOS, and macOS using SwiftUI and the new lifecycle APIs. The project structure encourages sharing code across all platforms, while creating special custom experiences for each platform where it makes sense for your app.

Improved auto-indentation

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Swift code is auto-formatted as you type to make common Swift code patterns look much better, including special support for the 'guard' command.

StoreKit testing

New tools in Xcode let you create StoreKit files that describe the various subscription and in-app purchase products your app can offer, and create test scenarios to make sure everything works great for your customers — all locally testable on your Mac.

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Designed for macOS Big Sur.

Xcode 12 looks great on macOS Big Sur, with a navigator sidebar that goes to the top of the window and clear new toolbar buttons. The navigator defaults to a larger font that's easier to read, while giving you multiple size choices. New document tabs make it easy to create a working set of files within your workspace.

Document tabs.

The new tab model lets you open a new tab with a double-click, or track the selected file as you click around the navigator. You can re-arrange the document tabs to create a working set of files for your current task, and configure how content is shown within each tab. The navigator tracks the open files within your tabs using strong selection.

Navigator font sizes.

The navigator now tracks the system setting for 'Sidebar icon size' used in Finder and Mail. You can also choose a unique font size just for Xcode within Preferences, including the traditional dense information presentation, and up to large fonts and icon targets.

Code completion streamlined.

A new completion UI presents only the information you need, taking up less screen space as you type. And completions are presented much faster, so you can keep coding at maximum speed.

Redesigned organizer.

An all-new design groups all critical information about each of your apps together in one place. Choose any app from any of your teams, then quickly navigate to inspect crash logs, energy reports, and performance metrics, such as battery consumption and launch time of your apps when used by customers.

SwiftUI

SwiftUI offers new features, improved performance, and the power to do even more, all while maintaining a stable API that makes it easy to bring your existing SwiftUI code forward into Xcode 12. A brand new life cycle management API for apps built with SwiftUI lets you write your entire app in SwiftUI and share even more code across all Apple platforms. And a new widget platform built on SwiftUI lets you build widgets that work great on iPad, iPhone, and Mac. Your SwiftUI views can now be shared with other developers, and appear as first-class controls in the Xcode library. And your existing SwiftUI code continues to work, while providing faster performance, better diagnostics, and access to new controls.

Universal app ready.

Xcode 12 is built as a Universal app that runs 100% natively on Intel-based CPUs and Apple Silicon for great performance and a snappy interface.* It also includes a unified macOS SDK that includes all the frameworks, compilers, debuggers, and other tools you need to build apps that run natively on Apple Silicon and the Intel x86_64 CPU.

Updated automatically

When you open your project in Xcode 12, your app is automatically updated to produce release builds and archives as Universal apps. When you build your app, Xcode produces one binary 'slice' for Apple Silicon and one for the Intel x86_64 CPU, then wraps them together as a single app bundle to share or submit to the Mac App Store. You can test this at any time by selecting 'Any Mac' as the target in the toolbar.

Test multiple architectures.

On the new Mac with Apple Silicon, you can run and debug apps running on either the native architecture or on Intel virtualization by selecting 'My Mac (Rosetta)' in the toolbar.

Multiplatform template

New multiplatform app templates set up new projects to easily share code among iOS, iPadOS, and macOS using SwiftUI and the new lifecycle APIs. The project structure encourages sharing code across all platforms, while creating special custom experiences for each platform where it makes sense for your app.

Improved auto-indentation

Apple Com Osx Update

Swift code is auto-formatted as you type to make common Swift code patterns look much better, including special support for the 'guard' command.

StoreKit testing

New tools in Xcode let you create StoreKit files that describe the various subscription and in-app purchase products your app can offer, and create test scenarios to make sure everything works great for your customers — all locally testable on your Mac.

Get started.

How To Update Mac OS X & Mac Apps From Terminal

Download Xcode 12 and use these resources to build apps for all Apple platforms.





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