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  • Apple announces release dates for macOS Tahoe 26, iOS 26

    Apple announces release dates for macOS Tahoe 26, iOS 26

    If you’ve been hankering for a release date for Apple’s iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26 operating systems, they’re here.

    Over at Tuesday’s “Awe Dropping” media event, Apple confirmed that macOS Tahoe 26 will be released on the same day as iOS 26 and its other operating systems: September 15.

    Alongside the Liquid Glass UI overhaul that’s en route to all Apple operating systems, macOS Tahoe 26 will see improvements in the Finder, Spotlight, and Continuity features, as well as Apple Intelligence features focused on accessibility and automation. Many users have been excited that the Spotlight will finally be getting a clipboard manager, while other new bells and whistles include an automation features that let users compose and send emails and text messages, and even convert files via Shortcuts without ever leaving the classic macOS search bar.

    The Finder itself will receive a facelist, complete with support for tinted icons and folders, and the system now also supports desktop widgets, as well as multiple control center shortcuts, which can be added to the menu bar for even more convenience.

    Apple Intelligence will also receive new features, which are largely centered around communication and include Live Translation support for Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls. With the advent of macOS Taho 26, the OS will include a native Phone app, alongside Journal and the new Games apps.

    macOS Tahoe 26 will run on the following systems:

    • MacBook Pro with Apple silicon (2020 and later)
    • MacBook Pro (16‑inch, 2019)
    • MacBook Pro (13‑inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
    • MacBook Air with Apple silicon (2020 and later)
    • iMac (2020 and later)
    • Mac mini (2020 and later)
    • Mac Studio (2022 and later)
    • Mac Pro (2019 and later)

    If you’ve had a chance to try the macOS Tahoe 26 betas, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via 9to5Mac

  • Apple releases iTunes 12.13.2 for Windows, adds support for forthcoming iPad Pro, iPad Air models

    Apple releases iTunes 12.13.2 for Windows, adds support for forthcoming iPad Pro, iPad Air models

    It’s not the biggest iTunes update in the world, but it offers support for the forthcoming iPad Air and iPad Pro models on your Windows PC, and that’s helpful.

    Apple on Thursday released iTunes 12.13.2, its new update for its music software. The update follows a December release that added security fixes.

    iTunes has been phased out on the Mac for several years now and it has been replaced with Finder and the TV app, but Apple has continued to keep the Windows version available.

    iTunes 12.13.2 can be located, snagged, and downloaded from the Microsoft Store or Apple’s website.

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

    Via MacRumors, the Microsoft Store, and support.apple.com

  • Apple quietly releases updated iOS 17.4.1, iPadOS 17.4.1 builds

    Apple quietly releases updated iOS 17.4.1, iPadOS 17.4.1 builds

    Apple last week released its iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 updates to iPhone and iPad users, releasing two important security patches in the process. For a reason that has yet to be declared, the company quietly released a revised build of the iOS 17.4.1 update.

    The new build number is 21E237, while the previous one released to the public is 21E236. It’s thought that Apple fixed some critical bug with the new build, though you shouldn’t expect significant changes.

    The new build has been confirmed by 9to5Mac as only available to those who download the IPSW file to update or restore their iPhone or iPad through Finder (or Apple Devices app on Windows). Apple has yet to make the revised build of iOS 17.4.1 available as an over-the-air (OTA) update.

    The iOS 17.4.1 update patched two exploits that could lead to arbitrary code execution when processing an image. The exploits were found in CoreMedia and WebRTC. These exploits were fixed with the macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 update. Apple thanked Nick Galloway of Google Project Zero for finding and reporting the breach.

    Once the new build of iOS 17.4.1 becomes available as an OTA update, you can download and install it by going to Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone or iPad.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via 9to5Mac

  • Apple adds COVID-19 vaccination location tools to Siri, Apple Maps

    Apple adds COVID-19 vaccination location tools to Siri, Apple Maps

    Here’s hoping this comes in handy.

    Apple on Tuesday announced that the company has added COVID-19 vaccination location support into Siri as well as Apple Maps. Users in the U.S. can ask Siri or search within Apple Maps to locate a provider. Users are then told the location’s operating hours and provided with links to other important information.

    COVID-19 vaccine location information is powered by VaccineFinder. This is a free, online service that the Boston’s Children Hospital developed.  All users have to do is select COVID-19 Vaccines in the Find Nearby menu in the Search bar in Apple Maps or ask Siri “Where can I get a COVID vaccination?”

    There’s also a phone card within Apple Maps for each site, as well as the site’s operating hours, address, website link, and phone numbers. There is also a link to the provider’s website, providing users with information about available vaccines and booking appointments.

    The tool is initially being rolled out in 20,000 locations, and healthcare providers, labs, or other businesses can submit information on COVID-19 testing or vaccination locations via the Apple Business Register page. This information is then validated and could be displayed to users.

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

    Via The Mac Observer, VaccineFinder, and Apple

  • Apple briefly pulls Safari 14 and Security Updates for macOS Mojave following bugs, errors following installation

    This is sort of a snafu.

    Apple appears to have pulled the latest macOS Mojave Security Update (2020-005) from its download choices. The update was released on September 24 alongside the macOS Catalina 10.15.7 update. The company has also removed the Safari 14 for macOS Mojave from its available downloads.

    Per Mr. Macintosh, the updates were causing numerous problems for users still running macOS Mojave.

    macOS Mojave users who installed the updates have been noticing memory issues, slow boot times and Finder stalling, numerous system.log entries, and crashes when attempting to use Migration Assistant, among other problems. Complaints about the update started shortly after it was released, but Apple did not pull the updates until yesterday.

    If you’ve downloaded the updates and are experiencing errors, you can revert to a Time Machine backup, reinstall macOS Mojave, or install macOS Catalina with the current updates to resolve these issues.

    Please let us know about your experience in the comments, and we’ll have additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors and Mr. Macintosh