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  • iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1 address over 30 security vulnerabilities

    iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1 address over 30 security vulnerabilities

    If you’re feeling hesitant about installing Apple’s newly-released iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, or macOS Ventura 13.1 updates, you may want to look into them, as they apparently address more than 30 separate vulnerabilities.

    The updates address issues with everything from the Graphics Driver to WebKit to the kernel, along with vulnerabilities in Safari, Weather, Photos, and more. None of these issues were known to have been actively exploited in the wild, but updating is still important now that they’re publicly highlighted.

    On the macOS end, the Ventura 13.1 update addresses the same issues, but also includes a fix for a WebKit vulnerability that may have been actively exploited against versions of iOS released before iOS 15.1, which Apple fixed in iOS 16.1.2.

    If your Mac can’t run the macOS Ventura operating system, you can still install the new macOS Monterey 12.6.2 or macOS Big Sur 11.7.2 to get protection against some of the vulnerabilities.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors and support.apple.com

  • Apple releases macOS Ventura 13.1 update

    Apple releases macOS Ventura 13.1 update

    Apple on Tuesday released macOS Ventura 13.1, the latest operating system for its desktop and notebook Macs.

    The update offers the following fixes and changes:

    Freeform:

    • Freeform is a new app for working creatively with friends or colleagues on Mac, iPad and iPhone
    • A flexible canvas lets you add files, images, stickies, and more

    Advanced Data Protection for iCloud:

    • New option expands the total number of iCloud data categories protected using end-to-end encryption to 23 — including iCloud Backup, Notes, and Photos — protecting your information even in the case of a data breach in the cloud

    This update also includes the following improvements and bug fixes:

    • Improved search in Messages allows you to find photos based on their content, like a dog, car, person, or text
    • Participant Cursors in Notes allow you to see live indicators as others make updates in a shared note
    • Play sound in Find My app can now help you pinpoint the location of nearby AirTags, AirPods Pro (2nd generation) case, and Find My network accessories
    • Fixes an issue that causes some notes not to sync with iCloud after updates are made
    • Fixes an issue where you may lose keyboard and mouse input in some apps and games

    The ‌‌macOS Ventura‌‌ update can be downloaded for free on all eligible Macs using the Software Update section of System Settings. Apple has also released macOS Big Sur 11.72 and macOS Monterey 12.6.2 for Mac users that are not able to update to Ventura.

    If you’ve had a chance to try macOS Ventura 13.1, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via MacRumors

  • Apple adds Wallet feature to Apple Support app, allows for faster Genius Bar check-ins

    If your Apple product just went sideways and you need to schedule a repair, this should come in handy.

    Apple on Wednesday released an updated version of its Apple Support app for iOS and iPadOS. Version 4.1 adds a new feature wherein you can make a Genius Bar appointment with the Wallet app for faster check-in.

    Other updates include the following:

    • Easier to find Advisors in your preferred language in regions with multiple languages
    • Accessibility improvements for VoiceOver, including Search navigation, labels, and more
    • Performance enhancements and bug fixes

    The Apple Support app is available for free and requires iOS 13.1 or later or iPadOS 13.1 or later to install and run.

    Via The Mac Observer and The App Store

  • Adobe Photoshop for iPad updated, adds Refine Edge Brush, canvas rotation tools

    This should come in handy.

    Adobe released an updated version of Photoshop for the iPad recently, the new version adding two much-anticipated features: Refine Edge Brush and canvas rotation.

    The Refine Edge Brush tool allows for making selections, and is especially useful for selecting fine details such as hair and fur. Simply brush over an area with the regular select brush, and go over it again with Refine Edge. Adobe gave examples in its blog post so you can see the level of detail the tool is able to capture.

    Further improvements to the Refine Edge brush will appear in future updates.

    With Rotate Canvas, users can use a two-finger gesture to rotate while simultaneously zooming in or out. The rotation can snap at 0, 90, 180, and 270 degrees. The rotation doesn’t “stick” so when you reopen a file it returns to 0 degrees.

    Photoshop for iPad is available for free and requires iOS 13.1 or later or iPadOS 13.1 or later to install and run

    Via The Mac Observer

  • Adobe Photoshop app for iOS updated, support for Curves, Apple Pencil sensitivity adjustments, now present

    If you’re a fan of the Adobe Photoshop app for iPad, it just got better.

    Following the app’s release in November, when Adobe promised to provide regular updates to add missing features that are available on the desktop version, the company on Tuesday released a hefty update that offers Curves and Apple Pencil sensitivity adjustments.

    Curves are designed to allow ‌iPad‌ Photoshop users to make adjustments to the color and the tone of the image, editing contrast, exposure, saturation, highlights, shadows, and color balance in a non-destructive way. The initial version of the Curves tool includes adjustments of total curves for all channels, multi-node selections, and a feature that lets the app recognize when you want to tap and drag a node or select it.

    The updated Apple Pencil support allows for more precise brushing and effects when using brush-based tools. A new pressure sensitivity slider provides greater pressure values applied with less force at the end of the range and greater force for maximum pressure at the higher end of the range.

    Adobe Photoshop for iPad is available for all Creative Cloud plans that include Photoshop access. The app requires iOS 13.1 or later to install and run.

    If you’ve tried the updated version and have any feedback to offer, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via MacRumors and the App Store