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MacPaw releases free SpyBuster utility for macOS, works to route around Russian, Belarusian servers

Following the invasion of Ukraine, Russian forces have apparently begun hacking Ukrainian state digital systems and spreading disinformation. MacPaw’s Technological R&D Lead, Sergii Kryvoblotskyi, has developed the SpyBuster tool that analyzes where the apps are sending a user’s data, the company deciding to make it available for macOS users worldwide. Per Kryvoblotskyi: “As a Tech […]

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Some users experiencing conflicts between macOS Monterey 12.3 update and assorted game controllers

Some updates are rougher than others. A number of users have reported issues with their game controllers following the macOS Monterey 12.3 update. The controllers range from Xbox, PlayStation, DualSense, to other controllers from other vendors. There are multiple reports across the Apple Developer Forums, and also Reddit, with users recounting differing degrees of problems. […]

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Some users experiencing issues connecting to external displays following macOS Monterey 12.3 update

In the 11 days since the macOS Monterey 12.3 update went live, users have reported issues that the update has bricked Macs with replacement logic boards and encountered issues with game controllers. It now appears that the update is causing issues with external monitors. Per users on the Apple Support and MacRumors forums, some external […]

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Industry report hints at potential 15-inch MacBook Air to be released in 2023

If you’ve been hoping for a 15-inch MacBook Air, it might be along next year alongside an entry-level iPad with a slightly larger display. Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSSC) has released its in-depth Quarterly Advanced IT Display Shipment and Technology report, wherein it offered some tidbit as to expect from Apple over the coming years. […]

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Security firm notes GIMMICK malware for macOS spreading across Asia, offers preventative countermeasures

A new strain of malware for the Mac has been noted as a hacking group out of China that identifies itself as “Storm Cloud” has released new malware known as GIMMICK. Security firm Volexity discovered the malware after retrieving it from the RAM of a MacBook Pro running macOS Big Sur 11.6. The device became […]