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| Xcode 12.1 update
Apple released Xcode 12.1 (for macOS 10.15.4 or later) that includes Swift 5.3 and SDKs for iOS 14.1, iPadOS 14.1, tvOS 14, watchOS 7, and macOS Catalina. See linked app store page 'What's New' for details on Platform features, Refined user interface, and Swift/SwiftUI.
| Firefox 82, Firefox ESR 78.4, and Chrome 86.0.4240.11 Updates
See October 20 posted Firefox 82.0 release notes for details on video improvements, faster performance, and other changes & fixes. (Includes security fixes.) They also released Firefox ESR 78.4.0 with 'Various stability, functionality, & security fixes'.
Google posted a note on Chrome 86.0.4240.11 Stable Channel Update that includes 5 security fixes.
| HomePod Software Update 14.1
About HomePod Software Updates says version 14.1 includes support for HomePod mini, new Siri & Intercom features. Also includes bug fixes and other improvements. (See linked page for details.)
| iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 updates released
(See links for list of fixes & improvements, including support for 10-bit HDR video playback.) Apple's Security Updates page notes these updates have no published CVE entries.
| Apple Beta Updates
Current Developer Beta releases (from Oct. 20) - iOS 14.2 beta 4 (18B5083a)
- iPadOS 14.2 beta 4 (18B5083a)
- tvOS 14.2 beta 4 (18K5057a)
(below from Oct. 14th/13th) - macOS Big Sur 11 beta 10 (20A5395g)
- Xcode 12.2 beta 3 (12B5035g)
- watchOS 7.1 beta 3 (18R5572f)
Apple also has Public betas. See Beta FAQ for info on joining or unenrolling.
(Public beta version updates are usually shortly after developer releases.)
| Adobe Apps Security Updates (many programs)
See Adobe bulletins on Illustrator *, Animate *, After Effects *, Photoshop *, Premiere Pro *, Media Encoder *, InDesign *, Dreamweaver, and Creative Cloud Desktop App (Windows only Update).
(* = Vulnerability only in Windows versions, but lists updates for macOS also.)
| VirtualBox 6.1.16 Update (with fixes for macOS Big Sur)
Freeware VM VirtualBox version 6.1.16 update
The Change Log includes fixes for macOS Big Sur. - GUI: Fixed some Qt related crashes on macOS Big Sur.
- macOS host: Installer on Big Sur is now reminding user that system has to be rebooted to load the installed KEXTs.
| watchOS 7.0.3 update (bug fixes)
Released Oct. 19th, info from about watchOS 7 Updates on version 7.0.3:
'watchOS 7.0.3 contains improvements and bug fixes, including an issue where Apple Watch Series 3 may unexpectedly restart for some users.' (Apple's security updates page notes this update has no published CVE entries.)
| Little Snitch 5 Beta 1 (for macOS Big Sur)
Oct. 16 posted Little Snitch 5 Beta 1 for macOS Big Sur.
(Page has demo license key for Little Snitch 5 Beta valid until Nov. 5, 2020.)
See the Beta's release notes for list of Improvements, new features and bug fixes.
| Carbon Copy Cloner 5.1.22 Update (Big Sur Compatible)
See CCC 5.1.22 release notes for details on improvements, & macOS Big Sur known issues.
More info on Carbon Copy Cloner 5 (including 30 day trial) at bombich.com.
| Apple/Products related News, Tips, Updates, PR (later first) [= skip =]
- Apple offers new ways to shop for all-new iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, & iPad Air (pr)
- How to Add a Digital Signature in Apple Pages in macOS (sponsor blog)
- Pre-order the XCOM 2 Collection on iOS (ships Nov. 5th) (feral interactive)
- Meet Face ID and Touch ID for the Web (apple)
- Privacy Concerns? Permanently Delete Your Account & Associated Data From All of Apple's Apps and Servers (sponsor blog)
- Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications open for Black founders and developers (apple)
- All-new iPad Air with advanced A14 Bionic chip available to order (apple pr)
- How to Back Up Your Music Library in macOS Catalina (sponsor blog)
- The Furious Wild expansion pack for Total War: Three Kingdoms (feral interactive)
- Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2019) version 16.42 (20101102)
- See Oct. 13, 2020 release notes. (with security updates for Excel, Word and Office Suite.)
- A Closer Look at the 2020 iPhone (and HomePod mini) Event (sponsor blog)
- XCOM 2 Collection coming to iOS November 5th (feral interactive)
- Chrome for iOS version 86.0.4240.93 (app store)
| Recent Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates (later first) [= skip =]
- How to Back up your Apple Watch
- How to use Siri to play music or podcasts
- Apple's Vintage and obsolete products listing updated.
- Apple web server notifications (security fixes)
- How to use your Apple Watch
- How to Unpair and erase your Apple Watch
- How to Set up Apple Pay
- Mac keyboard shortcuts
- If your Mac doesn't sleep or wake when expected
- How to AirPlay video and mirror your device's screen
- Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams
- If You Forgot the Passcode for your iPhone, or Your iPhone is Disabled
(Now there are separate articles for iPad & iPod Touch passcodes.)
Page of How-To, Troubleshooting & Tips for Mac/OS X/iOS Users from Airplay to Thunderbolt.
| Other News, Reviews, Software Updates, PR, OT (later added first) [= skip =]
- VIDEO: OWC Mercury Pro LTO Solution Drive Install (sponsor blog)
- Silicon Motion Launches PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD Controllers (anandtech)
- LaCie 1big Dock SSD Pro Review (storagereview)
- Atari Seeks New Cachet With Crypto, And a Return to Hardware (bloomberg)
- Friday the 13th Collection Replacement Disc Program (Shout Factory Blog)
- Affects 3 discs in the F13th Collection. Discs expected to be shipped in Nov. 2020.
- Larry O'Connor Unpacks Thunderbolt 4 and More Live on FCP.co (sponsor pr)
- Microsoft October 2020 Patch Tuesday (isc.sans)
- Corsair H150i Elite Capellix AIO Cooler Review (anandtech)
- OWC Launches New 'Leaders and Game Changers' Podcast (sponsor blog)
- Security Updates for Adobe Flash Player (APSB20-58) (adobe bulletin)
- Updates address a vulnerability rated Critical in Adobe Flash Player.
- OWC Travels to Space & Back with Blue Origin New Shepard Mission (sponsor blog)
- 2TB WD_Black AN1500 AIC SSD Review (storagereview)
- Microsoft Seeks to Defend U.S. Election in Botnet Takedown (bloomberg)
- Onkyo RZ Series Receivers Tips, Tricks and Firmware Updates
- Set HDMI mode, Save/Restore settings, Easy Switch Speaker Config (5:1.4/7.1.2).
| Apple 'Hi, Speed' Event New Products/Press Releases- Watch the Apple 'Hi, Speed' Event (video)
- Apple introduces iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max with 5G (pr)
- Apple announces iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini: A new era for iPhone with 5G (pr)
- Apple introduces HomePod mini: A powerful smart speaker with amazing sound (pr)
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| Firmware Updates for LG OLED TVs (LG revised again Oct. 13)
(The 'Applicable Models' list for some updates includes other LCD TV models.) LG pulled/replaced the updates from Oct. 7th/8th with the following as of Oct. 13th/12th.
(The new updates are lower numbered, how can anyone that updated last week apply them?) - 03.11.25 Firmware Update for 2020 LG CX/GX/WX OLED TVs
(The 03.11.26 update from Oct. 7th was pulled, it had a different change note.)
- Oct. 13th update notes improved compatibility with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series.
- See FYI note that update download filename is missing .zip extension.
- Applicable models list does not include the 48' CX model.
(On Oct. 7th they had 03.11.26, on Oct. 12th, 03.11.10, & now 03.11.25.)
- 03.11.20 Firmware Update for 2020 LG BX OLED TV
(The Applicable Models list includes many other LCD TVs.)
- Oct. 12th update notes improved compatibility with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series.
- See FYI note that update download filename is missing .zip extension.
(The 03.11.21 update from Oct. 7th had a different change note.)
- 03.11.15 Firmware Update for 2020 LG ZX OLED TV
(Applicable Models List also includes some NANO LCD TVs.)
- Oct. 12th update notes improved compatibility with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series.
(The 03.11.16 update from Oct. 7th had a different change note.)
| 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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Or Search for Upgrades for Your specific Mac Model | Previous News Archive Summary:October 5th to 9th, 2020 News Archive- Safari Technology Preview 114 Update.
- tvOS 14.0.2 update.
- A Total War Saga: TROY out now for macOS.
- How to Share Your Internet Connection With Others in macOS.
- Apple Stops Selling Rival Earphones, Speakers Ahead of Launches.
- Forgotten Features: Making Sense of the macOS Recents Folder.
- iOS Pixelmator version 2.6.1.
- App Store Connect 1.5 available at App store.
- Google Chrome for iOS version 86.0.4240.77.
- (Desktop) Chrome 86.0.4240.75 update (35 security fixes).
- Converse with the World: The iOS 14 Translate App.
- Sony Android TVs Firmware Update 6.6575.
- Pro Audio: Plugins and Processing Tips for Mixing Podcasts.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2: Where Does 20Gbps USB Stand in 2020.
- LaCie 1big Dock Review.
- Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates.
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