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  • Apple releases Rapid Security Response updates for iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS Ventura 13.3.1

    Apple releases Rapid Security Response updates for iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS Ventura 13.3.1

    You may want to run the Software Update feature on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad.

    Apple on Monday released a Rapid Security Response (RSR) update for its iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS Ventura 13.3.1 operating systems. These are the first public RSR updates that Apple has released to date.

    The updates function as security updates, and both download and install quickly prior to executing a quick restart for the device.

    Once the ‌iPhone‌ Rapid Security Response update is installed, iOS 16.4.1 users will see an updated version of the software, and tapping on the version in the About section of Settings will display information about the installed iOS version and the Rapid Security Response update.

    Apple has been testing the Rapid Security Response feature since last year, with RSRs first introduced with the launch of iOS 16 and macOS Ventura. To date, Apple has only provided updates to beta testers in order to make sure the function is working before providing it to all iOS and macOS users. These are the first Rapid Security Response updates that Apple has provided to the general public following the beta testing period.

    Apple has also stated that it will be releasing the Rapid Security Response updates on a rolling basis across the next 48 hours, so not all users will see it right away.

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

    Via MacRumors and @aaronp613

  • Apple releases iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS Ventura 13.3.1, chases after emoji, Siri, and security concerns

    Apple releases iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS Ventura 13.3.1, chases after emoji, Siri, and security concerns

    On Friday, Apple released iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS Ventura 13.3.1, a series of minor updates that follow the launch of larger updates.

    The iOS 16.4.1 and iPadOS 16.4.1 updates include fixes for the following issues:

    • Pushing hands emoji does not show skin tone variations
    • Siri does not respond in some cases
    • Bug and security fixes

    ‌‌iOS 16‌‌‌.4.1 and iPadOS 16.4.1 can be downloaded on eligible iPhones over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

    Apple also released macOS Ventura 13.3.1. The minor update offers the following fixes and changes:

    • Pushing hands emoji does not show skin tone variations
    • Auto Unlock your Mac with Apple Watch may not work
    • Bug and security fixes

    As usual, the ‌‌‌‌macOS Ventura‌‌‌‌ 13.3.1 update can be downloaded for free on all eligible Macs using the Software Update section of System Settings.

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

    Via MacRumors (1, 2)

  • Apple releases iOS 13.3.1, iPadOS 13.3.1 updates

    Over on the mobile end of things, Apple released iOS and iPadOS 13.3.1 updates on Tuesday.

    The updates offer the following fixes and changes:

    • Fixes an issue in Communication Limits that could allow a contact to be added without entering the Screen Time passcode.
    • Adds a setting to control the use of location services by the U1 Ultra Wideband chip.
    • Addresses an issue that could cause a momentary delay before editing a Deep Fusion photo taken on ‌iPhone 11‌ or iPhone 11 Pro.
    • Resolves an issue with Mail that could cause remote images to load even when the “Load Remote Images” setting is disabled.
    • Fixes an issue that could cause multiple undo dialogs to appear in Mail.
    • Addresses an issue where FaceTime could use the rear facing ultra-wide camera instead of the wide camera.
    • Resolves an issue where push notifications could fail to be delivered over Wi-Fi.
    • Addresses a CarPlay issue that could cause distorted sound when making phone calls in certain vehicles.
    • Introduces support for Indian English Siri voices for HomePod.

    If you’ve had a chance to install the updates and have any feedback to offer, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via The Mac Observer

  • Apple seeds first developer, public beta of iOS 13.3.1, iPadOS 13.3.1 update

    Apple on Tuesday speed the developer betas of its upcoming iOS and iPadOS updates to developers as well as to the public. The beta comes one week after the release of iOS 13.3, which included Communication Limits for Screen Time along with other fixes and changes.

    iOS and ‌iPadOS‌ 13.3.1 can be downloaded from the Apple Developer center or over the air once the proper developer profile has been installed. 

    While specific fixes and changes have yet to be specified for the iOS 13.3.1 update, it’s thought that it could address some issues with Communications Limits, fixing a workaround with the Contacts app that allowed children text someone who contacted them from an unknown number. 

    If you’ve had a chance to test out the beta, please let us know what you think in the comments.

    Via MacRumors and developer.apple.com