Apple redesigns Support Downloads pages
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Mac OS and Software, Peripherals, Servers and Enterprise Software, and Internet (.Mac, MobileMe, Safari, Photo Services). Two interesting notes on the new design: First, Apple doesn't use the word "Mac" after Desktop and Portable, but instead uses "Computer." Second, Safari is categorized under their "Internet" group alongside MobileMe; they also still have updates for .Mac despite the branding change to MobileMe. You can see the new site, and get your new updates, by clicking here. TUAWApple redesigns Support Downloads pages originally ...

Apple Redesigns Support Downloads Section of Website
MacBytes.com — Apple Redesigns Support Downloads Section of Website Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 3:38 PM EST Posted by: Charles [image] Apple redesigned the Support Downloads section of their website today. The updated section features a new look, layout and search functionality. It also has a new menu that allows users to search for downloads by product type. This includes sections for the iPhone, iPod, Desktop Computers, Portable Computers, Mac OS and Software, Peripherals, Servers and Enterprise Software, and Internet Software. Users can also search for downloads in other languages from ...

iTunes 8.0.2 now available, adds VoiceOver capabilities
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... You can get this 60MB update via Software Update (Apple menu > Software Update) or by downloading the installer package from the Apple Support Downloads website. ...

Apple releases Safari 3.2.1
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... You can get the Safari update, or any other updates you might be missing, by opening Software Update (Apple menu > Software Update). You can also download the installer packages from the Apple Support Downloads website. ...

Apple releases QuickTime 7.5.7, fixes HDCP issues
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... We're sure that this update will make many MacBook and MacBook Pro users happy when it comes to video playback on external displays. You can download this update by opening Software Update (Apple menu > Software Update), or by visiting the Apple Support Download Website. Continue reading to see a screenshot of Software Update. ...

Apple stablizes new Mac notebooks
CNET News - Apple — ... Apple has released several new firmware updates aimed at solving problems with its latest batch of notebooks. Updates are available for all three Mac notebooks released in October: the ...

Apple showers firmware updates upon late 2008 notebooks
Infinite Loop — ... of the MagSafe Power Adapter indicator light." Though Apple does not explicitly acknowledge the particular issues addressed by the EFI update, unibody MacBook and MacBook Pro owners have complained of random freezes as well as trouble sleeping, among other problems. We'll likely have to wait a few days to know for sure whether this update fixes any of those recurring problems. The appropriate updates should show up for you if you run Software Update, they can all be found via Apple's download support page.

Apple issues SMC and Firmware update for all MacBooks
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — Filed under: Macbook Pro, MacBook, MacBook AirToday, Apple issued both SMC and Firmware updates for their entire line of MacBook computers. Read on to discover what was changed for each system, and how you can get the updates. MacBook SMC Firmware Update 1.2 (Download Page) This update "improves the sensing and accuracy of the MagSafe Power Adapter indicator light, and the battery charge indicator lights on the MacBook (late 2008) model." EFI Firmware Update ...

Mac OS X 10.5.6 Released
TheAppleBlog — ... and is now available via Software Update, or the Apple downloads page. It is a 377MB download, recommended for all users running Mac OS X Leopard. ...

Apple Releases Quicktime 7.6 Update, Aimed at All Users
MacBlogz - One Stop Apple News — ... Users can download the application by navigating to Software Update through the Apple menu in OS X, or you can download the update from Apple’s Software Downloads page. ...

iLife and iDVD 7.0.3 updates available
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — Filed under: iLife, Software UpdateApple just released two new updates for both iLife and iDVD. The iLife Media Browser Update will "improve overall stability and address a number of other minor issues," according to the update page. In addition o the iLife update, Apple also updated the iDVD authoring software. iDVD 7.0.3 "improves overall stability and addresses a number of other minor issues." Both of these updates are available to iLife '08 users. You can update using Software Update ...

TidBITS Watchlist: Notable Software Updates for 02-Feb-09
TidBITS: Mac News for the Rest of Us — ... NVIDIA Graphics Update 2009 from Apple, "improves cursor movement when using the Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI adapter with the Mini DisplayPort enabled MacBook Air, MacBook and MacBook Pro." The update also improves HD video playback on systems with NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT or GeForce 9600M graphics. The update is available via Software Update and Apple's Web site. (Free update, 3.21MB) ...

Apple releases iWork ‘09 updates
MacDailyNews — ... PM EST Apple has released Numbers Update 1.0.3, Pages Update 3.0.3, and Keynote Update 4.0.4, each of which address "general compatibility issues." In addition, Keynote Update 4.0.4 addresses compatibility issues with Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 and Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2008. With Microsoft, there are always "issues" of one sort or another, aren't there? All three updates are available via Software Update and also as standalone installers. More info and download links here . [Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader "Brawndo Drinker" for the heads up.] ...

Apple releases Numbers Update 1.0.3, Pages Update 3.0.3, and Keynote Update 4.0.4
MacDailyNews — ... PM EST Apple has released Numbers Update 1.0.3, Pages Update 3.0.3, and Keynote Update 4.0.4, each of which address "general compatibility issues." In addition, Keynote Update 4.0.4 addresses compatibility issues with Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 and Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2008. With Microsoft, there are always "issues" of one sort or another, aren't there? All three updates are available via Software Update and also as standalone installers. More info and download links here . [Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader "Brawndo Drinker" for the heads up.] ...

iWork ‘08 apps get ‘general compatibility’ update
Macworld — ... iWork ‘09. iWork combines Keynote, Apple’s presentation software; Pages, a word processing and page layout application; and Numbers, a spreadsheet application. The updates are available for download from Apple’s Web site and through the Software Update system preference pane. They update Keynote, Pages and Numbers to version 4.0.4, 3.0.3 and 1.0.3 respectively. Each of the updates “address general compatibility issues,” according to Apple, which declined to offer any more specific information about what’s changed in Keynote and Pages. The update to Keynote, however, fixes ...

Apple releases Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 3
MacDailyNews — Apple releases Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 3 Thursday, February 12, 2009 - 05:18 PM EST Apple today released Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 3 which delivers improvements to the security and compatibility of Java on Mac OS X 10.5.6 and later. Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 3 is available via Software Update and also as standalone installers: More info and download links: http://support.apple.com/downloads/ Further information regarding this update is available from this website: ...

Apple releases Mac OS X Security Update 2009-001
MacDailyNews — Apple releases Mac OS X Security Update 2009-001 Thursday, February 12, 2009 - 05:15 PM EST Apple today released Security Update 2009-001 which is recommended for all users and improves the security of Mac OS X. Previous security updates have been incorporated into this security update. Security Update 2009-001 is available via Software Update and also as standalone installers. More info and download links: http://support.apple.com/downloads/ For information on the security content of this update, visit: ...

Apple releases security, Java updates
Macsimum News — ... Apple has released Security Update 2009-001. It can be installed via the Software Updates component of the Mac OS X Systems Preferences app or at the Apple Downloads site. Ditto for the Java for Mac OS X 10.4/10.5 Release 8. ...

Security Update 2009-001, Leopard Java Update 3
MacBytes.com — [image] Apple has posted a slew of Security and Java updates with flavors designed to soothe Tiger, Leopard and Server palates on the Support Downloads page . Here’re links and descriptions for the updates relevant to folks with recent Macs: • ...

Apple releases a bevy of Software Updates
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Apparently, to go along with today's hardware updates, Apple has also pushed down a number of updates via both Software Update and at Apple's Support Download site. The updates include: ...

Apple releases iLife Support 9.0.1, iPhoto 8.0.1 updates
MacDailyNews — ... Life Support 9.0.1 which improves overall stability and addresses a number of other minor issues. It is recommended for all users of Aperture, iLife '09, and iWork '09. Apple has also released iPhoto 8.0.1 Update which improves overall stability and addresses minor issues in a number of areas, including internet connectivity, keyword import, and slideshow export. Both updates are available via Software Update and also as standalone installers. More info and download links here . [Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader "Edward" for the heads up.] ...

Apple updates iLife ’09, iWork ’09
Macworld — ... stability as well as addressing minor issues related to usability; and iWeb 3.0.1 addresses issues when publishing to an FTP server and fixes other minor issues. Apple also released iLife Support 9.0.2, which improves stability and fixes other minor issues, and is recommended for all users of Aperture, iLife ’09, and iWork ’09. Finally, Apple issued iWork '09 Update 1, which the company simply explains is recommended for all iWork ’09 users. All of the updates are available from Apple's Web site and via OS X's Software Update feature.

Apple releases iLife, iWork updates
Macsimum News — Apple releases iLife, iWork updates Posted by Dennis Sellers Apple ico Mar 26, 2009 at 7:40pm Apple has released several maintenance updates for its iLife ’09 and iWork ’09 product suites. The updates are available here or via the Software Update component of the Mac OS X Systems Preferences app. iPhoto 8.0.2 improves overall stability and addresses minor issues in a number of areas, including Faces, Places, photo sharing, and slideshows; iMovie 8.0.1 improves overall application stability as well as addresses minor issues related to usability. and iWeb 3.0.1 addresses ...

Apple Rolls Out iLife 09 Updates
The Mac Observer — ... on March 30th, 2009 at 8:21 AM Apple released a set of stability updates for the iLife 09 application suite along with iLife Support 9.0.2 on Friday. The update includes patches for iMovie, iWeb and iPhoto. The iMovie 8.0. 1 update improved overall stability, and addressed several usability issues. ...

Apple Releases General Support Update 2009-001
TidBITS: Mac News for the Rest of Us — ... Apple describes the update as "Recommended for all users," so we suggest that everyone obediently download and install it like good little boys and girls, and leave the thinking to the higher life forms at Apple. The update is available via Software Update and should be on the Apple Support Downloads page later today. ...

Apple Updates VoiceOver Support in iPod Shuffle
iPodObserver — ... ) that allows users to hear the name of the artist and track being played on their shuffle, a device without a display. The update is a 17MB download for Mac OS X, and you can download it through Software Update in Mac OS X or Apple Update in Windows. Apple has not yet added the update to its Downloads site , but will likely do so in the next day or so. iPod shuffle iPod shuffle

Aperture, iMovie, Server Admin Tools updates available
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Yesterday Apple pushed out three updates via Software Update. According to Apple, iMovie 8.0.2 "...fixes an issue with projects having a size of 0 KB." That's a problem all right. ...

Apple unleashes 10.5.7 update via Software Update
Infinite Loop — ... Apple has finally released the seventh point update to Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. The update is now appearing in Software Update, with various updaters available from Apple's Support Downloads page. Security updates have also been issued for Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger as well as Safari. ...

FireWire saves an iMac from a failed 10.5.7 upgrade
Macworld — ... . I solved that problem as I do many others: by avoiding it. Instead of using Software Update, I went to Apple’s Support Downloads page and downloaded the ...

10.5: Reinstall Java on Leopard
MacOSXHints.com — ... Download (from Apple's Support Downloads page) but do not install the latest Combo Update for OS X, as well as all of the JavaForMacOSX10.5s you see there. (I used Updates 1, 2, adn 3, even though 1 was not a prerequisite for 2). Save these files in an accessible place -- you'll use them later. ...

Some Macbook Pros are updated along with iWork '09
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Update. 3. Click OK. The SMC firmware is now up-to-date. If these instructions appear on your screen again, the SMC firmware update was not successful. Repeat steps 2 and 3. Thanks to Matt for the MacBook Pro tip! TUAWSome Macbook Pros are updated along with iWork '09 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 28 May 2009 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Apple delivers Airport Utility Update
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Station Agent. The update also installs AirPort Disk Utility on Macs running Tiger." There is also an update of the Airport Utility for Windows. The new software is 18.9 MB, and does not require a restart. Hooray. Thanks to Mikey for the tip. TUAWApple delivers Airport Utility Update originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Apple updates iLife apps, Digital Camera Raw Compatibility
Macworld — ... Apple on Thursday released updates to its iLife ‘09 applications, the iLife Support software those apps rely on, and a Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update, which extends raw image compatibility for applications like Aperture and iPhoto. The updates are available from the Software Update system preference and Apple’s Web site . The Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update adds support for new camera models like the Canon EOS 500D, Canon Rebel T1i and Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3; Nikon D5000; and Olympus E-30. iLife Support 9.0.3 contains system software resources shared by the ...

Apple releases Life Support, iMovie, iDVD, and iPhoto updates
MacDailyNews — ... overall stability and fixes a number of other minor issues, iDVD 7.0.4 (27.5MB) which addresses general compatibility issues and fixes an issue where iDVD is unable to add title/comment to an image in the image details list, and iPhoto 8.0.3 Update (96MB) which addresses general compatibility, improves overall stability and fixes a number of issues. All of the above app updates are available via Software Update and also as standalone installers. More info and download links here . [Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader "Paul" for the heads up.] ...

Is the Mac OS X 10.5.7 update causing you grief?
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... The list goes on and on... Some forum regulars report that the problems go away after downloading and installing the 10.5.7 Combo Updater (available at http://support.apple.com/downloads/), while others are still experiencing frustrating crashes even after attempting this fix. ...

Apple releases Safari 4.0.1, Bluetooth Firmware Update 2.0
Macworld — ... , you can’t always get what you want. Meanwhile, Bluetooth Firmware Update 2.0 is available from Software Update or Apple’s ...

Apple updates Time Capsule, AirPort firmware and Final Cut Pro
Macworld — ... Apple on Wednesday released a pair of updates: one for its Time Capsule and AirPort Base Station Firmware and a minor update for Final Cut Pro. Both updates are available from Apple's Support Downloads site . ...

Apple releases iTunes 8.2.1
MacDailyNews — ... Apple today released iTunes 8.2.1 which provides a number of important bug fixes and addresses an issue with verification of Apple devices. iTunes 8.2.1 is available via Software Update. Standalone installers have not yet been posted to Apple's Software Downloads site.

Apple posts iMovie 8.0.4 update
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Apple has just released an update for iMovie '09. The new version, 8.0.4, improves overall stability and fixes a number of other minor issues. ...

Apple releases Mac OS X 10.5.8
MacDailyNews — ... System Preferences. • Issues that may affect Bluetooth reliability. Mac O X 10.5.8 is available via Software Update and also via standalone installers (Mac OS X Server 10.5.8 Update (274MB), Mac OS X Server 10.5.8 Combo Update (978MB), Mac OS X 10.5.8 Update (274MB), Mac OS X 10.5.8 Combo Update (759MB)). In addition, Security Update 2009-003 for Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger and Mac OS X Server 10.4 Tiger users is also available. More info and download links for the updates is available here . [Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader "JMS in TX" for the heads up.] ...

New security updates for Tiger are out
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — Filed under: OS, Software UpdateAmidst the release of Mac OS X 10.5.8 for Leopard users, Apple has also released Security Update 2009-003 for users of Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger. This update fixes 7 of the same security vulnerabilities that were patched as part of the 10.5.8 update. There are updates available for PowerPC and Intel versions of Tiger, in addition to PowerPC and Universal editions of Tiger Server. These updates range in size from 76MB to 204MB, and can be ...

Apple posts Security Update 2009-004
Macsimum News — ... Apple has released Security Update 2009-004. Apple says it’s recommended for all servers and improves the security of Mac OS X . ...

Apple releases Security Update 2009-004
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... a single vulnerability affecting the BIND DNS server. It's available now through Software Update or Apple's support downloads page, and is available to download for Mac OS X ...

Apple releases fixes for Bluetooth and MacBook Pro hard drives
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — Filed under: Bluetooth, Software Update, Macbook ProApple has just released two firmware updates, one fixing issues with Bluetooth and the the other fixing the MacBook Pro hard drive noise issue. The first, Bluetooth Firmware Update 2.0.1, fixes bugs and improves compatibility with the Apple Wireless Mighty Mouse and Apple Wireless Keyboard. It's available for all Macs with Broadcom Bluetooth chipsets, which include all unibody MacBooks and MacBook Pros, MacBook Airs, and all other Macs introduced in ...

Combo updaters for OS X Leopard.
MacFixIt — ... makes it convenient for people to quickly upgrade after a reinstallation without having to apply patch after patch to the system. While you cannot use a combo updater to downgrade a version of the OS to a previous one, you can select from the library of combo updaters to bring a fresh installation to the version you would like, without immediately going to the latest version that Software Update will present by default. Apple keeps every combo updater available for download on their support website , which can be searched through for the specific version needed, but for ...

Apple posts three new updates
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... The first is Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.2. This update "improves compatibility with the latest Apple memory kits on Mac mini computers." This update is only needed for Mac minis introduced in March 2009 or later. ...

Apple releases OS X 10.6.1 update
MacFixIt — ... issue that might cause DVD playback to stop unexpectedly some printer compatibility drivers not appearing properly in the add printer browser an issue that might make it difficult to remove an item from the Dock instances where automatic account setup in Mail might not work an issue where pressing cmd-opt-t in Mail brings up the special characters menu instead of moving a message Motion 4 becoming unresponsive The update is 75.1MB and is available via Software Update as well as from Apple's website . Be sure to back up your system before updating. For more information about ...

Apple Xsan 2.2 released
MacBytes.com — ... its 64-bit cluster file system specifically designed for small and large computing environments. The problem fixed in Xsan 2.2 was related to possible password compromise. Screensharing via the Xsan Admin application could present an error dialog containing the user's name and password. A person who can view the user's display could see the user's credentials in cleartext. The issue is addressed by not embedding credentials in the connection URL. Xsan 2.2 is available for download here .

Pro Applications Update tackles Final Cut Studio
Macworld — ... includes Final Cut Pro 7.0.1, Motion 4.0.1, Soundtrack Pro 3.0.1, Color 1.5.1, and Compressor 3.5.1. The 243MB download is available from Apple’s Support Website as well as through Software Update. There’s little detail to be had about what’s contained in Pro Applications Update 2009-01. Release notes say that the update addresses general compatibility issues, while improving overall stability, and addressing a number of other minor issues. The updates affect the 2009 version of Final Cut Studio. Apple ...

Magic Mouse update available, but mice nowhere to be found
Infinite Loop — ... , is available now from Apple's software update downloads site. Software Update didn't automatically recommend the update, which was posted last night, so it may not recommend the download unless you're already using a Wireless Apple Mouse (née Mighty Mouse). ...

50 Common Mac Problems Solved
Mac|Life — ... First, make sure your Mac’s firmware is up to date--check Software Update and the Apple Support Downloads page (support.apple.com/downloads/) and install any firmware updates you find for your machine. ...

Apple releases Mac OS X 10.6.2
Macworld — ... , including a fix for a problem where the Web calendar interface wouldn’t work when the server was in the Indiana/Indianapolis time zone, a Keychain issue which might have prevented managed clients from performing Time Machine backup, and improved Mail Clustering reliability, among fixes for a host of other problems. The 10.6.2 update is available via Software Update and Apple’s support downloads site . The size of the download in Software Update may vary depending on your computer.

Safari update boosts JavaScript, search and plugins
MacUser news — ... and fixes half a dozen security flaws. It provides performance improvements for JavaScript and for Full History Search where users have a large number of history items, as well as greater stability for third-party plugins, the search field and Yahoo! Mail. The update also addresses six vulnerabilities that could variously lead to unexpected application termination, arbitrary code execution or disclosure of local information. Safari 4.0.4 is available via Software Update or from support.apple.com/downloads . Details of the security component can be found in ...

Apple posts Snow Leopard printer driver updates
Macworld — ... If printer drivers for Snow Leopard set your heart a-racing, then Christmas arrived a month ahead of schedule. Apple posted printer updates for Canon, Brother, HP, and Lexmark on its Support Downloads site Monday. Each of the four drivers contain the latest printing software for Snow Leopard from the respective hardware makers. The Canon, Brother, and HP drivers also include scanning software and require Mac OS X 10.6.1. The four drivers and their files sizes include: Apple lists detailed information about ...

Apple posts printer, scanner updates for Snow Leopard
Macsimum News — ... Apple has posted Mac OS X 10.6 (“Snow Leopard”) printer and scanner updates for Canon, Brother, HP, and Lexmark devices on its Support Downloads site. ...

Apple releases updates improving printing, scanning, iSight cameras and QuickTime
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — ... Apple, this firmware update corrects an issue with the built-in iSight camera on the LED Cinema Display where the camera may not be recognized by applications. Finally, Apple released QuickTime 7.6.5 for Windows, which fixes an issue where applications weren't reliably loading libraries required by QuickTime at startup and the incorrect display of QuickTime movies embedded in a webpage using custom scale attributes. All of these updates are available from the Apple Support downloads page and Software Update. TUAWApple releases updates ...

Apple updates: iPhoto, Final Cut Server, Xsan
9 to 5 Mac - Apple Intelligence — ... addresses issues affecting face recognition performance and accuracy. It also resolves minor issues with book ordering and iPod touch support. This update is recommended for all users of iPhoto '09.  It is available through Software Update or as a standalone installer here. ...