“Apple has launched new firmware for seven of its products today. That includes all of its AirPods models, Beats Fit Pro, PowerBeats Pro, and its official MagSafe Charger. Here’s what to look out for to know if you’ve running the latest updates.”
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Gurman: watchOS 10 to bring ‘notable changes’ to Apple Watch user interface
News“In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that the next major version of watchOS — ostensibly watchOS 10 — is set to feature significant changes, including notable updates to the user interface. watchOS 10 will be officially unveiled at WWDC in June.”
Apple Announces WWDC 2023: June 5-9 with Special Event at Apple Park
News“Apple has announced that WWDC will be an online-only event this year, running from June 5-9, 2023, but with a corresponding limited in-person event for developers, students, and press like last year. The company also opened submissions for the Swift Student Challenge from now through April 19.”
Apple releases Studio Display firmware update with new ‘Pro Display’ feature
News“Apple has released a new software update for its Studio Display today, bringing the external display to firmware version 16.4. The update adds support for a new Pro Display Calibrator feature, as well as stability improvements.”
Apple releases tvOS 16.4 with new ‘Dim Flashing Lights’ feature
News“Rounding out today’s collection of software updates, Apple has released tvOS 16.4 and HomePod Software 16.4. Unfortunately, unlike the rest of today’s new software releases, these updates aren’t very exciting at all. Apple’s release notes for HomePod Software 16.4 and tvOS 16.”
Apple releases watchOS 9.4 for Apple Watch; what’s new?
News“Apple has a new software update today for Apple Watch users. watchOS 9.4 is rolling out now and it expands Cycle Tracking and AFib history features to more countries, fixes a pesky alarms bug, and more. Head below for the full details. watchOS 9.4 is rolling out now to all users.”
Apple releases macOS Ventura 13.3 with new emoji, bug fixes, more
News“Alongside iOS 16.4, Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.3 today to all Mac users. This update includes 21 new emoji, updates to Freeform, a wide set of bug fixes and performance improvements, and more. Here’s everything to expect when you update your Mac. macOS 13.”
iOS 16.4 is now available for everyone: Here’s what’s new
News“iOS 16.4 is now rolling out to everyone and it includes a number of new features for iPhone users. There are new emoji, more powerful web apps, bug fixes, and much more. Head below for the full release notes. iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 are available to all iPhone and iPad models starting today.”
Gurman: iOS 17 was intended as a bug fix release, but plans changed to include some ‘nice to have’ features
News“In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that iOS 17 was originally destined to be a release focused on bug fixes and performance, and not so much new features.”
Apple Music Classical launching on March 28, here’s a first look
News“Apple has officially taken the wraps off its Apple Music Classical application. The company says that the app will be available later this month, and existing Apple Music subscribers will be able to use the service at no additional cost.”