• macOS Monterey RC 2 (21A559)
• iPadOS 15.1 RC 2 (19B75)
  (below from Oct. 18)
• Xcode 13.1 RC (13A1030d)
• iOS 15.1 RC (19B74)
• watchOS 8.1 RC (19J572)
• tvOS 15.1 RC (19J572)

• Updated for macOS 12 Monterey support.
• Added number of ports for iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021).
• Updated location and machine identification strings.
• Other minor fixes and enhancements.

• Watch the October 18, 2021 Apple Event (video)
  
  
• Introducing M1 Pro & M1 Max: the most powerful chips Apple has ever built (pr)
  "Powering the all-new MacBook Pro, new chips feature up to a 10-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 64GB of unified memory, ProRes acceleration, and industry-leading power efficiency".
  
  
• Game-changing MacBook Pro with M1 Pro & M1 Max delivers extraordinary performance and battery life, and features the world's best notebook display (pr)
  
  
• All new MacBook Pro 14" & 16" models, and tech specs page.
  "The new MacBook Pro models with M1 Pro and M1 Max are available to order today on apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app. They will begin arriving to customers and will be in select Apple Store locations and Apple Authorized Resellers starting Tuesday, October 26. The new 14-inch MacBook Pro model starts at $1,999 (US), and $1,849 (US) for education; the 16-inch MacBook Pro model starts at $2,499 (US), and $2,299 (US) for education."
  
  
• Apple introduces HomePod mini in new bold & expressive colors (pr)
  - Available starting in November, for $99.
  
  
• Introducing the next generation of AirPods (pr)
  
  
• Apple introduces the Apple Music Voice Plan (pr)
  - "designed exclusively for Siri, $4.99 per month."

• Apple introduces Tech Talks 2021, live online sessions for developers (pr)
  
  
• How to find saved passwords using the macOS Keychain app (sponsor blog)
  
  
• Final Cut Pro 10.6, Logic Pro 10.7, Compressor 4.6, and Motion 5.6 updates
  - These updates require macOS 11.5.1 or later.
  
  
• Logic Remote App 1.5.2 (for iOS 14 or later).
  - See release notes for a very long list of improvements.
  
  
• Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro updated with powerful new features and unprecedented performance on the all-new MacBook Pro with M1 Pro and M1 Max (pr)
  
  
• Apple Unleashes New MacBook Pros, AirPods and More (sponsor blog)
  
  
• TechTool Pro 14.0.3 released (Micromat)
  - See linked page for list of changes/fixes, several related to macOS Big Sur.
  
  
• Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2019) version 16.54 (build 21101001)
  - See Oct. 12 release notes for changes/new features.
  - Includes security updates for Excel & Office Suite.

• Chrome 95.0.4638.54 Stable Channel Update for Desktop (Google)
  - includes 19 security fixes.
  
  
• Chrome 94.0.4606.101 Extended Stable Channel Update for Desktop (Google)
  
  
• iOS Chrome browser version 95.0.4638.50 (for iOS/iPadOS 14.0 or later)
  - See linked page for changes. (Also read user reviews.)
  
  
• Freeware VM VirtualBox 6.1.28 update.
  - See Change Log for list of fixes & improvements.
  
  
• 04.30.10 Firmware Update for LG CX/GX/WX OLED TVs
  - post includes info and firmware download pages.
  
  
• 04.30.10 Firmware Update for LG BX OLED TVs
  - Applicable Models List also includes many LG LCD TV models.
  - post includes info and firmware update download link.
  
  
• Firmware Updates for Onkyo TX-RZ740, RZ840, NR797, RZ3400 Receivers
  - linked page also has useful Tips and Tricks for Onkyo RZ Receivers.
  
  
• Microsoft October 2021 Patch Tuesday (isc.sans)
  
  
• I've updated the Panasonic 4K/UHD Players Tips page
  with notes on 2 reported Dolby Vison issues with some recent 4K DV discs.
  (Added note UB420 on sale for $149.99 ($100 off) as of 10/19/2021.)

• About the security content of iOS 15.0.2 and iPadOS 15.0.2
  "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited."
  
  
• iOS 15.0.2 release notes
  "includes bug fixes and important security updates for your iPhone."
  (See linked page for list of bug fixes.)
  
  
• iPadOS 15.0.2 release notes
  "includes bug fixes and important security updates for your iPad."
  (see linked page for list of bug fixes.)
  
  
• About watchOS 8.0.1 release notes
  "includes improvements and bug fixes for your Apple Watch."
  (see linked page for list of bug fixes.)
  Apple's security updates page says "this update has no published CVE entries".

• If Personal Hotspot is not working on your iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) (Oct 5)
  
  
• Set up Find My on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac (Oct 5)
  
  
• Use the Find My app to locate a missing device or item (Oct 5)
  
  
• About HomePod Software Updates (v15, revised Sept. 30)
  
  
• Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty (Sept 30)
  - originally titled "Vintage and Obsolete products".
  
  
• Mac Startup Key Combinations (Sept 27)
  - updated for Apple silicon Macs (was for Intel-based Macs only).
  
  
• If an error occurred while updating or installing macOS (Sept 24)
  
  
• If your iPad won't turn on or is frozen (Sept 23)
  
  
• If you forgot the passcode on your iPad, or your iPad is disabled (Sept 23)
  
  
• Get your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch ready for service (Sept 23)
  
  
• How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Sept 23)
  "If you're using iOS or iPadOS 14.5 or later, you might now see the option to choose between two software update versions. This option allows you to choose between updating to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS 15 as soon as it's released, or continuing on iOS or iPadOS 14 while still getting important security updates for a period of time."
  
  
• iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are compatible with these devices (Sept 23)
  
  
• iOS update and restore errors (Sept 23)
  
  
• if you see the Restore screen on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Sept 23)
  
  
• If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Sept 23)
  
  
• Set up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Sept 23)
  
  
• Apple web server acknowledgements (security fixes) (Sept 22)
  (new format no longer includes the domain/server that was affected.)
  
  
• Connect a wireless game controller to your Apple device (Sept 22)
  
  
• About spatial audio with Dolby Atmos in Apple Music (Sept 20)
  
  
• (How to) Update HomePod (Sept. 20)
  
  
• Upgrade to iCloud+ (Sept 20)
  
  
• iCloud+ plans and pricing (Sept 20)
  
  
• Downgrade or cancel your iCloud+ plan (Sept 20)
  
  
• What happens to your iCloud storage plan when you sign up for Apple One (Sept 20)
  
  
• What is Hide My Email? (Sept 20)
  
  
• How to Remove Activation Lock (Sept 20)
  
  
• About security content of macOS Big Sur 11.6 (revised Sept 20)
  
  
• About the security content of Security Update 2021-005 Catalina (revised Sept 20)
  
  
• About the security content of iOS 14.8 and iPadOS 14.8 (revised Sept 20)
  
  
• How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch (Sept 20)
  
  
• If you need more space for an update on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (Sept 20)
  
  
• Set up an Apple Watch for a family member (Sept 20)
  
  
• Use the Activity app on your Apple Watch (Sept 20)
  
  
• Get the most accurate measurements using your Apple Watch (Sept 20)
  
  
• Workout types on Apple Watch (Sept 20)
  
  
• Join Apple Arcade (Sept 20)
  
  
• Play games with Apple Arcade (Sept 20)
  
  
• Access your Apple Arcade gameplay data on all of your devices (Sept 20)
  
  
• Use widgets on your iPad (with iPadOS 15) (Sept 20)
  
  
• Use widgets on your iPhone and iPod touch (Sept 20)
  
  
• If your iPhone is stuck on the Apple logo (Sept 20)
  
  
• If you get a personalization error when reinstalling macOS on Apple M1 chip Mac (Sept 17)
  
  
• Find out which macOS your Mac is using (Sept 13)
  
  
• Exposure to vibrations, like those generated by high-powered motorcycle engines, might impact iPhone cameras (Sept 10)
  
  
• How to Use Apple products on enterprise networks (Sept 1)
  
  

October 4th to 8th, 2021 News Archive
• Firefox 93.0, Firefox ESR 91.2, & Firefox ESR 78.15 Updates.
• How to Reset the SMC on Intel and M1 Macs .
• iOS GarageBand version 2.3.12 (iOS/iPadOS 15.0 or later).
• Firefox Focus: Privacy browser v38.1 (iOS 13.0 or later).
• How to Check the Power Levels of Your macOS Bluetooth Accessories.
• Hands On: Apple TVOS 15 Spatial Audio and Sharing.
• Pixelmator Pro version 2.1.5 (macOS 10.14.4 or later).
• How to Erase Data on a Stolen Mac.
• iOS Chrome browser version 94.0.4606.76 (iOS 14.0 or later).
• Chrome 94.0.4606.71 Stable Channel Update for Desktop.
• LG C1/G1/R1 OLED TVs Firmware Update 03.20.16.
• Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates.

For links to older news pages, see the Archives.