Subj : All the changes coming to macOS Sonoma in the latest 14.1 update To : All From : TechnologyDaily Date : Fri Oct 27 2023 12:45:05 All the changes coming to macOS Sonoma in the latest 14.1 update explained Date: Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:25:36 +0000 Description: Unveiling Apple's new macOS Sonoma update: enhancements, fixes, and security updates for the newest macOS FULL STORY ====================================================================== Weve just got the first big update for macOS Sonoma (Apples latest operating system for Macs and MacBooks , which was released in September). The Sonoma 14.1. update is available for all Mac users running macOS Sonoma, and can be downloaded and installed through the Software Update section found in System Settings . If youre not running macOS Sonoma, youre not being left out, as Apple also released updates for older devices and operating systems, macOS Ventura 13.6.1 and macOS Monterey 12.7.1, which include many of the security fixes that macOS Sonoma 14.1 has. The macOS Sonoma 14.1 update brings some new features to a range of apps, including a new warranty section which details your AppleCare+ plan (if you have one) and the status of your coverage (including for connected devices like AirPods and Beats headphones ), along with new sections in the Apple Music app allowing you to add your favorite songs, albums, and playlists. MacRumors lists the full rundown of changes and fixes that Apple has made in the update, and you can see an even more detailed breakdown of the security-related changes on Apples support website . This isnt a massive update, and seems almost like routine maintenance with some new additions, so theres still plenty of room for improvement for macOS Sonoma, which is a decent operating system - but still not perfect. Some users are reporting buggy performance while using macOS Sonoma, although not all performance issues are Apples fault . That said, it seems like this update at least shows that Apple is aware of user feedback, and is working to improve the OS. (Image credit: Apple) What's coming next down the Apple pipeline Hopefully, we wont have long to wait for more improvements, as AppleInsider reports that macOS Sonoma 14.2s developer beta has already been released to testers . If you would like to try this even newer version of macOS Sonoma, youll be able to grab it once the public beta version is released via the Apple Beta Software Program. This is only recommended for those willing to experiment with their devices, so we dont recommend installing the beta on devices used for critical activities. We recently learned that Apple has been tripling down on its AI efforts , and I think users are eager to see what this means for the companys devices, such as the best MacBooks and Macs. Considering that Apple has been thought of as behind the curve in the recent round of the AI game, with competitors like Microsoft partnering with OpenAI and Amazon partnering with Anthropic (a rival of OpenAI working on innovative generative AI like its own AI chatbot, Claude ), many people feel Apple needs to start showing off its AI products soon - maybe even in a future update for macOS Sonoma. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE macOS Sonoma is better without being hugely different and I'm here for it macOS Sonoma has a whole host of security fixes - should we be worried? Navigating a Google Chrome conundrum - what you can do to fix recent problems in macOS Sonoma ====================================================================== Link to news story: https://www.techradar.com/computing/software/all-the-changes-coming-to-macos-s onoma-in-the-latest-141-update-explained --- Mystic BBS v1.12 A47 (Linux/64) * Origin: tqwNet Technology News (1337:1/100) .