Apple’s iCloud Private Relay traffic anonymization service is down for some users, causing various connectivity problems in Safari and other apps. If you’re experiencing problems, turn off iCloud Private Relay temporarily.
Lees meerMaintenance release with improvements and bug fixes for the network traffic management utility. ($59 new, free update, 36.4 MB, macOS 14+)
Lees meerAdds extended RAW image support to the image editor. ($49.99 new, free update, 668.1 MB, macOS 12+)
Lees meerBrings improved snooze support and faster address autocomplete suggestions to the Gmail-specific email app. ($49.99 new, free update, 12.3 MB, macOS 12+)
Lees meerAfter failing to reestablish Internet connectivity for his solar panel inverters following a spate of power outages, Adam Engst finally figured out the problem with the help of a support tech who made him break it down into its constituent parts. Re…
Lees meerWe may soon get better sharing of Apple Maps location links with Windows users thanks to the beta of Maps on the Web.
Lees meerMail will crash if you open its Previous Recipients window and then edit a contact in Contacts. This bug has existed since macOS 12 Monterey and continues to plague the betas of macOS 15 Sequoia.
Lees meerBy now, you’ve heard of the CrowdStrike update bug that wreaked havoc on Windows-based PCs around the world. It didn’t affect Macs, and it’s unlikely that something similar could. What about iPhones and iPads? Will the industry learn from this debac…
Lees meerNote-taking assistant introduces new dynamic Gaudí view that continuously adapts the shape and placement of notes. ($289 new, free update, 37.1 MB, macOS 11+)
Lees meerMaintenance release for the word processor focused on bug fixes. ($69.99 new, free update, 93.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)
Lees meerBrings new RSVP features to the Fantastical calendar app. ($56.99 annual subscription, free update, 67.5/30.2 MB, macOS 11+)
Lees meerAs part of a new digital exhibit, the Steve Jobs Archive has released a video of Jobs addressing designers at an industry conference in Aspen. Although it’s interesting to look back at the time, it’s also fascinating to see how accurate his predicti…
Lees meerOnline backup service Backblaze will soon increase the fee it charges to restore data by shipping you a USB hard drive from $189 to $279. However, the change is largely moot since the company refunds the full amount when you return the drive.
Lees meerApple has opened the public beta program for its forthcoming 2024 operating systems. Remember, these aren’t meant for everyday use. Only install them on devices that you can dedicate to testing!
Lees meerApple has updated a support document with helpful advice about how to identify and report social engineering attacks such as phishing messages, phony support calls, and more. Share it widely!Read original article
Lees meerBrings support for adding URLs as Favorites and opening them in your default Web browser. ($39.95 new, free update, 17.5 MB, macOS 10.13+)
Lees meerAdds support for generating QR codes for Wi-Fi networks. ($35.88 annual subscription, free update, 4.8 MB, macOS 10.15+)
Lees meerIntroduces a beta text translation feature. (Free, 147.2 MB, macOS 10.15+)
Lees meerPDF editing app adds a new home screen and improves visibility of export options. ($179.99 new, free update, 561.2 MB, macOS 10.14+)
Lees meerApple’s upcoming operating systems have good historical hardware support, but devils dance in the details. Two MacBook Airs, three iPads, and three Apple Watches fall by the wayside this year. Older devices that are generally compatible won’t be abl…
Lees meerIf you like TidBITS and Apple tech podcasts, take note: Adam Engst is now a regular contributor to Allison Sheridan’s Chit Chat Across the Pond podcast. For the inaugural episode, they talk about how to avoid missing calendar and reminder notificati…
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