Apple has seeded the fourth beta builds for all of its operating systems. Developers can begin testing iOS and iPadOS 15.5 beta 4 and more.
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New Betas for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and More Rolling Out
We’re inching closer to the final release of iOS and iPadOS 15.5, as well as macOS 12.4. Apple seeded new betas for the iPhone and more.
How to Type Hidden Special Characters on iPhone and Mac
If you’ve ever wondered how to type special characters on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad, wonder no more. We’ll show you exactly how to do it.
Apple's macOS Server App Reaches End of Life After 23 Years in Service
Apple pulled the plug on its macOS Server app, announcing it will no longer support the app or provide future updates.
Two Fixes for Spontaneously Rearranged Windows
Dr. Mac has discovered not one but two fixes for the longstanding “windows spontaneously rearrange themselves” bug.
Apple Seeds Second Betas for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, More
Apple seeded the second betas of all of its major operating systems on Tuesday. There aren’t many new features, though.
MacOS 12.3 Featuring Universal Control, New Emojis and More Available for Download
Apple released macOS 12.3 today featuring Universal Control, 37 new emojis, spatial audio dynamic head tracking, and a plethora of new features as well as bug fixes.
How to Put Your Favorite Shortcuts in the Dock
On macOS, the Dock is where to look for the apps you run the most. So why can’t you put shortcuts on the dock? In the latest version, you can.
macOS: How to Boot into Recovery Mode on an M1 Mac
Entering Recovery Mode on an M1 Mac is a different process than on an Intel Mac. Apple made it even easier to do.
Developers Build Alternatives to iCloud Sync
Facing iCloud sync reliability issues, developers are forced to come up with alternates. Many are building new backup methods for their apps.
Thursdays with Bob: Make Mine Monterey – TMO Daily Observations 2021-12-30
Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about upgrading to Monterey, factors you’ll need to consider, and some general upgrade advice.
Use This Keyboard Shortcut to View Wi-Fi Details on Mac
Here’s a handy tip so you can quickly access information about your router, and see if your network is performing well. See your BSSID, signal-to-noise ratio, and even the transmit rate between your router and computer. All it takes is a press of a button and a click of your trackpad/mouse.
MacKeeper Helps Your Mac Run Like New
When you want to ensure your Mac keeps performing at its best, a tune-up is essential. Jeff Butts looks at how well MacKeeper does that.
Universal Control, App Privacy, and ArtSabers, with Jeff Gamet - ACM 564
Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet geek out over ArtSabers and UltraSabers, two companies making light sabers! They also talk about Universal Control and how they would use it when Apple gets around to releasing it. And they look at the ever-changing world of app privacy.
iOS 15 Lets You Track Flights in Messages
You could download a special app for this, but why? Both iOS and macOS let you track flights in Messages or from Spotlight.
Thursdays with Bob: Troubleshooting and You – TMO Daily Observations 2021-12-02
Dr Mac joins Kelly to chat about troubleshooting your Mac: Where to start, what to look for, and when to call in backup (or your backups).
Live Text Is Way Cool!
Bob LeVitus shows us how Live Text lets you copy text from a picture and then share it, translate it, dial it, open it, and much more.
Apple Business Essentials – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-10
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the announcement of Apple Business Essentials and why this is a big deal for a lot of users.
'Shrootless' macOS Bug Could Bypass System Integrity Protection
Microsoft reported a macOS vulnerability it calls Shrootless. It could let an attacker bypass SIP and perform arbitrary operations on the device. It has been patched by Apple with the most recent Mac updates this week.
We found that the vulnerability lies in how Apple-signed packages with post-install scripts are installed. A malicious actor could create a specially crafted file that would hijack the installation process. After bypassing SIP’s restrictions, the attacker could then install a malicious kernel driver (rootkit), overwrite system files, or install persistent, undetectable malware, among others.
OWC Releases SoftRAID 6.2 Management Software for Mac
OWC has announced the release of SoftRAID 6.2 update with features like multiple RAID options and APFS support.
EVE Online Now Available Natively on Mac
The hit sci-fi MMO EVE Online has just been released natively for the Mac. Using the latest macOS frameworks, gameplay should be fantastic.
Brydge Releases 'Stone Pro TB4' Universal Docking Station
Brydge has released a Stone Pro TB4 universal docking station. It supports Thunderbolt 4 and is compatible with Windows 10 | 11, macOS, and ChromeOS.
Media and OS Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-09-21
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s Emmy results, and all the recent updates to every single software platform.
Thursdays with Bob: Margaritas and Sidecars – TMO Daily Observations 2021-09-16
Today, Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about the magic of multiple monitors without buying a whole new display. And margaritas. But mostly screens.