"In this release, we've addressed an issue in the inspector of Network Monitor causing text sections to be cut off, preventing the full text from being visible.

This bug was a side effect of fixing a hang in the Little Snitch app with the previous release. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by two updates occurring in such quick succession!"

• The redesigned iPad Air and new iPad Pro are available today
  
  
• Apple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking, Music Haptics, and Vocal Shortcuts
  
  
• Apple and Google deliver support for unwanted tracking alerts in iOS and Android
  
  
• Apple News+ introduces Quartiles, a new original spelling game, and Offline Mode for subscribers
  
  
• Apple Music celebrates the greatest records ever made with the launch of inaugural 100 Best Albums list

• (May 14) Firefox 126.0 release notes has new features & 16 security fixes.
  There's also Firefox for Enterprise 126 Release Notes.
  (Mac system requirements lists macOS 10.15 or later.)
  
  
• (May 14) Firefox ESR 115.11 release notes lists "various security fixes (6) and other quality improvements". (Mac system requirements lists macOS 10.12 to macOS 11.)

"macOS Sonoma 14.5 includes the following improvements and bug fixes:
- Quartiles is a new and original daily word game that is now available in Apple News+.
- Scoreboard in News+ Puzzles gives you access to new player data for Crossword, Mini Crossword, and Quartiles, including stats and streaks

Some features may not be available for all regions, or on all Apple devices."

M1 Mac Mini Firmware Updated
macOS 13.6.7 updated (2020) M1 Mini firmware to 10151.121.1
(was version 10151.101.3 from macOS 13.6.5).
On a M1 mini running macOS 13.6.6, software update listed macOS 13.6.7 as 1GB,
but the actual download was 2.57 GB.

• About the security content of iOS 17.5 & iPadOS 17.5 lists 15 CVEs fixed.
  
  
• See About iOS 17 Updates for details on version 17.5 changes.
  (You can check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum.)
  
  
• See About iPadOS 17 Updates for details on version 17.5 changes.
  (You can check feedback in Apple's iPad discussion forum.)

• About the security content of iOS 16.7.8 and iPadOS 16.7.8 lists 2 CVEs fixed.
  
  
• Info from about iOS 16 Updates for version 16.7.8:
  "This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
  (You can check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum.)
  
  
• Info from about iPadOS 16 Updates for version 16.7.8:
  "This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
  (You can check feedback in Apple's iPad discussion forum.)

• (May 16) Steinberg USB Driver version 3.1.7 for macOS 14/13/12/11
  - This driver is for macOS 11 to macOS 14 only. (v3.1.7 added macOS 14 support.)
  See post for release notes, install note for Apple Silicon Macs & driver download page.
  
  
• (May 16) Chrome 125.0.6422.51 for iOS/iPadOS 15.0 or later (App store)
  - "Stability and performance improvements".
  
  
• (May 15) Chrome Stable Channel Update for Mac (google)
  - includes 9 security fixes.
  
  
• (May 14) Microsoft Office for Mac version 16.85 (24051214).
  The 16.85 release notes list feature updates and fixes for Outlook,
  and a security update (CVE-2024-30042) for Excel.
  
  
• (May 13) Firefox for iOS/iPadOS 15 or later version 126.0 (app store).
  - Improved deep links to ensure smoother navigation.
  - Minor fixes to improve navigation and stability.
  - Fixed issues with Night Mode caching on websites.
  - Fixed issues causing an inaccurate display of tab thumbnails.
  
  
• (May 13) Firefox Focus: Privacy browser 126.0 for iOS/iPadOS (app store)
  - "Bug fixes and technical improvements".
  
  
• (May 13) Chrome 124 Stable Channel Update for Mac (google)
  - includes 1 security fix.

• macOS 14.5 RC (23F79)
  (below from May 8)
• watchOS 10.5 RC 2 (21T576)
  (below from May 7)
• Xcode 15.4 RC (15F31c)
• iOS 17.5 RC (21F79)
• iPadOS 17.5 RC (21F79)
• tvOS 17.5 RC (21L569)
• iOS 16.7.8 RC (20H343)
• iPadOS 16.7.8 RC (20H343)
• visionOS 1.2 beta 5 (21O5587a)

May 6th to 10th, 2024 News Archive
• Safari Technology Preview 194.
• Apple introduces M4 chip.
• New iPad Pro with world's most advanced display, M4 chip, & Pencil Pro.
• Apple unveils redesigned 11" and all-new 13" iPad Air with M2 chip.
• Final Cut Pro transforms video creation with Live Multicam on iPad & AI features on Mac.
• Logic Pro takes music-making to the next level with new AI features.
• 5 games, including Ubisoft's Rabbids: Legends of the Multiverse, arrive on Apple Arcade.
• Apple reports second quarter results.
• Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates
• LG Z2 OLED TV Firmware Update 13.30.70.
• LG B7/C7/E7/G7/W7 OLED TVs Firmware Update 06.10.45.
• LG B4 OLED TV Firmware Update 03.10.37.

For links to older news pages, see the Archives.

• Find out which macOS version your Mac is using (May 13)
  - added macOS Sonoma 14.5, macOS Ventura 13.6.7, and macOS Monterey 12.7.5.
  
  
• Apple web server security acknowledgements (May 13)
  
  
• (How to) Use Apple products on enterprise networks (May 7)
  
  
• If you forgot your iPhone passcode, use your Mac or PC to reset it (May 2)
  
  
• Change or reset password of a macOS user account in macOS Mojave or earlier (Apr 24)
  (article is archived. For macOS Catalina and later, see this article.)
  
  
• If you forgot your iPad passcode, use your Mac or PC to reset it (Apr 24)
  
  
• If you forgot your iPod touch passcode (Apr 24)
  
  
• (How to) Manage your iCloud storage (Apr 24)
  
  
• If you can't update or restore your iPhone or iPod touch (Apr 24)
  
  
• If you see a iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro unavailable message or Security Lockout screen (Apr 24)
  
  
• If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone or iPad (Apr 24)
  
  
• Make a call with Wi-Fi Calling (Apr 24)
  
  
• Update your iPhone or iPad (Apr 24)
  
  
• How to Reset NVRAM on your Mac (Apr 19)
  
  
• If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime on iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro (Apr 16)
  
  
• How to revive or restore Mac firmware (Apr 15)
  
  
• About Startup Security Utility on a Mac with the Apple T2 Security Chip (Apr 15)
  
  
• How to install Windows 10 on your Mac with Boot Camp Assistant (Apr 15)
  
  
• View your purchase history for the App Store and other Apple media services (Apr 15)
  
  
• How to update macOS on Mac (Apr 12)
  
  
• Activation Lock for Mac (Apr 12)
  
  
• If your device has network connectivity issues, check for VPN and other third-party security software (Apr 11)
  
  
• How to Create a Bootable installer for macOS (Apr 10)
  - Covers macOS Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, and El Capitan.
  
  
• About Security Keys for Apple ID (Apr 10)
  
  
• If you forgot your Mac login password (macOS Catalina or later) (Apr 9)
  
  
• How to reinstall macOS (Apr 5)
  
  
• Apple web server security acknowledgements (Apr 3)
  
  
• How to download and install macOS (Apr 2)
  
  
• About firmware updates for AirPods (Apr 2)
  
  
• Use AirPlay to stream video or mirror the screen of your iPhone or iPad (Apr 2)
  
  
• Apple Diagnostics: Reference (error) codes (Apr 1)
  
  
• Use network locations on Mac (Apr 1)
  
  
• Require a password for App Store and iTunes purchases (Apr 1)
  
  
• If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime on your iPhone (Apr 1)