Apple is still working on the next update for its major platforms, and today the company seeded the latest beta towards that goal.
Apple seeds second iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, macOS Big Sur 11.2, watchOS 7.3, and tvOS 14.4 betas to developers
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Apple is working on a fix for Bluetooth issues plaguing some Apple silicon Mac units
As iDownloadBlog recently reported, some owners of the new Mac computers powered by Apple silicon are experiencing Bluetooth connectivity issues. Apple is aware of the problem and working on a fix which should soon arrive via a macOS software update.
How to reset the Bluetooth module on your Mac
In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the steps to reset Bluetooth on your Mac to fix common wireless connection issues with your Bluetooth accessories.
Apple confirms a fix is coming for display resolution issues on M1 Macs
Is one of the supported resolutions unavailable on an ultrawide or super-ultrawide external display connected to your M1 Mac? If so, Apple wants you to know that not only is it aware of the issue but is also working on a fix for an upcoming macOS release as we speak.
macOS Big Sur gives you an option to force an immediate full recharge of your Mac battery
As of macOS 10.15.5 Catalina, your Mac notebook analyzes your daily charging routine and activates charging only when the operating system predicts the computer will be connected to a charger for an extended period of time. They're calling this Optimized Battery Charging and it boils down to ensuring your Mac is still fully charged when unplugged.
Apple releases macOS 11.1 Big Sur, watchOS 7.2, and tvOS 14.3 with support for AirPods Max, Fitness+, and more
Hot on the heels of releasing iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to the public, Apple also updated macOS, tvOS, and watchOS for good measure.
iOS 14.3 adds support for animated album artwork in Apple Music
Apple Music is looking to spice things up a bit, and not just with the music. It looks like the next big update for iOS 14 will welcome a new feature for the streaming service.
Apple seeds second macOS Big Sur 11.1 beta to developers
Apple released macOS 11 Big Sur to the public in November. Now, Apple is marching forward with the next software update for the desktop operating system.
Ekip brings tighter integration between your jailbroken iPhone and your Mac
AirDrop, iCloud, and a bevy of other services provided by Apple have helped to create a nearly seamless user experience for those owning both an iOS device and a Mac. But if you’ve ever wanted a tighter integration than what already exists, then you’d be S.O.L., at least… without the help of a jailbroken handset.
Fortunately for those who do have jailbroken handset(s) at their disposal, a newly released jailbreak tweak dubbed Ekip by iOS developer maximehip can upgrade the level of integration that users might come to expect while using their iPhone or iPad and their Mac in the same general vicinity.
Boardy syncs your iPhone or iPad’s clipboard with your Mac or PC
Anyone that does serious multitasking between devices, especially with regard to their iPhone or iPad and their personal computer, is certain to take a liking to a newly released jailbreak tweak dubbed Boardy by iOS developer Greg0109.
Lack of eGPU support in M1 Macs may only be temporary
As iDownloadBlog reported a few days ago, the new Apple Silicon-powered M1 Macs do not support external GPUs (eGPU), but that could be a temporary hiccup. That's because macOS Big Sur has bee discovered to detect a connected eGPU over Thunderbolt 3, although it's not exposed to the user or actually accessible for compute and graphics tasks.
How to view battery usage history on your MacBook
Learn how to check your MacBook’s battery usage history so you can compare charging accessories, view days with heavy use, and more.