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Firefox Updates for Mac and iOS/iPadOS
  • (Apr 22) Info from Firefox 125.0.2 release notes:
    "Reverted the changes recently shipped in Firefox 125 that more proactively blocked downloads from potentially untrustworthy URLs. The changes caused unexpected problems with downloading files in some situations. We plan to fix and re-enable these protections in a future release. (Bug 1892069)." There's also a note about an unresolved issue at bottom of page.
    (Mac system requirements lists macOS 10.15 or later.)

  • (Apr 16) Firefox 125.0.1 release notes lists new features and 15 security fixes.
    Also posted Firefox for Enterprise 125 release notes.
    (Mac system requirements lists macOS 10.15 or later.)

  • (Apr 16) Firefox ESR 115.10 release notes lists "various security fixes (9) and other quality improvements". (Mac system requirements lists macOS 10.12 to macOS 11.)

  • (Apr 16) Firefox for iOS/iPadOS 15 or later version 125.1 (app store).
    - Fixed an issue with a tab's audio continuing to play after closing the tab.
    (April 15th v125.0 changes follow.)
    - Addressed issues to enhance the functionality of deep links.
    - Minor UX improvements and standardized fonts for a more cohesive interface/
    - Implemented fixes & updates to enhance the reliability of opening external links within Firefox.
    - Added a new bottom sheet feature that populates user and password fields for your saved logins, streamlining the login process.

  • (Apr 15) Firefox Focus: Privacy browser 125.0 for iOS/iPadOS 15 or later (app store)
    - "Bug fixes and technical improvements".
Freeware VM VirtualBox 7.0.16 Update
VirtualBox version 7.0.16 includes a macOS Host related fix:
  • macOS Host: Fixed issue when App Nap was affecting VM performance (bug #18678) .
See the Change Log for other 7.0.16 fixes and improvements.
 
Apple Beta Updates
Current Developer releases as of April 17, 2024.
(Release notes are on download pages.)
  • macOS 14.5 beta 2 (23F5059e)
  • iOS 17.5 beta 2 (21F5058e)
  • iPadOS 17.5 beta 2 (21F5058e)
  • tvOS 17.5 beta 2 (21L5553e)
  • visionOS 1.2 beta 2 (21O5565d)
  • watchOS 10.5 beta 2 (21T5555d)
  • Xcode 15.4 beta (15F5021i)
Apple also has Public betas. See Beta FAQ for info on joining or unenrolling.
(Public beta version updates are usually shortly after developer releases.)
 
Other News, Software and Firmware Updates (later first)
  • (Apr 19) Chrome 124.0.6367.71 for iOS/iPadOS 15.0 or later (App store)
    - "Stability and performance improvements".
    - "Easily get to your Most Visited Sites & Shortcuts from the redesigned carousel
    at top of the new tab page." (See linked App store page for user reviews.)

  • (Apr 17) Micromat Drive Scope v1.2.23 update. (Use in-app update check.)
    - Fixed blank NVMe SMART Log table issue.
    - Updates to SATA and NVMe table layouts.
    - Added additional drive manufacturer company logos.
    - Updated PCI vendor identification database.
    - Minor fixes and enhancements.

  • (Apr 16) Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2021/2019) version 16.84 (24041420).
    The 16.84 release notes lists Outlook feature updates & fixes, and a security update for Excel (CVE-2024-26257).

  • (Apr 15) LG C2 & G2 OLED TVs Firmware Update 13.30.56
    - post includes release notes and firmware download page.
    (This update replaces the previous webOS 23 update that was pulled.)
    - includes a tip if you're unable to change Picture or Game mode settings.

  • (Apr 15) LG B2 OLED TV Firmware Update 13.30.61
    - post includes release notes and firmware download page.
    (This update replaces the previous webOS 23 update that was pulled.)
Apple News and Press Releases (later first)
Previous News Archive Summary:
    April 8th to 12th, 2024 News Archive
  • Safari Technology Preview 192.
  • visionOS 1.1.2 Update.
  • Apple to expand repair options with support for used genuine parts.
  • Optimizing WebKit & Safari for Speedometer 3.0.
  • Apple Vision Pro brings a new era of spatial computing to business .
  • Pushing the limit with Apple Watch Ultra and The Speed Project.
  • Develop in Swift Tutorials.
  • Updated Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Articles
  • Chrome 123 Stable Channel Update for Mac.

For links to older news pages, see the Archives.

Recent Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates (later first) Apple Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watch/tvOS/Vision Pro Users.
(Now has an Apple Vision Pro section.)
 
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