Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.5 With Apple News+ Improvements

[manofthematch]

I'm having some strange issues with 14.5:

- New windows open in the background instead of foreground from time to time. Focus bug?
- Mouse gestures partially don't work anymore (configured with Logi Options+)
- The app "Monitor Control" isn't able to control my monitors anymore.

Anyone else experiencing these problems?

 

[Monotremata]

Interesting, M1 iMac literally updated in three minutes, no issue.

Same experience here on an M2 Pro Mini. Update went as smooth as it normally does. Updated the whole house at once, 2 Macs, 2 iPhones, iPad Pro, two Apple TV's. Nothing imploded, no black holes opened up, everything's working as usual took about 15 minutes for the whole lot to finish.

 

[jimimac71]

It definitely is unfortunate at times.
DarkSky for android for example.

Both of my tablets are Samsung and I use their weather app on my home screen.
I'm converting to Linux on my PC and realize there are things I will have to do different.
The way I see it, Apple TV+ is available, using the Apple TV app, on numerous platforms, including my cable box.
Why not Apple News+?
I suppose Steve Jobs would do the same thing.

 

[nt5672]

If only they would detail the bug fixes.... if they bothered to fix any...

That is lose, lose for Apple.

Either there will be so many they look incompetent or there will be none because they don't fix bugs unless there is a big uproar in the media.

So it'll never happen.

 

[maxoakland]

The only reason I can think of why the head of software wasn't fired years ago, is that he must have some rather compromising photos/info on Mr Cook.

Isn’t that Craig Federighi? I think it’s his hair. He’s hiding something hypnotizing in there like Voldemort

 

[stinksroundhere]

The only reason I can think of why the head of software wasn't fired years ago, is that he must have some rather compromising photos/info on Mr Cook.

The fact you can't name him shows how ignorant you are.

This so called 'head of software' you are talking about has been around for decades and was at NeXT with Steve Jobs. His leadership and his skills are higher than anyone you can mention in the whole of tech. Every 'head of software' wishes they could be like him.

 

[nt5672]

The only reason I can think of why the head of software wasn't fired years ago, is that he must have some rather compromising photos/info on Mr Cook.

Or it could be that Cook just does not understand the long term damage being done to the brand.

Cook's idea of the future is 3 months, 1 quarter. That's it. Oh and the KeyNote.

What we will see from here on out, is sales quantities down, prices up, and profits up, right until there is not enough sales. AKA Nokia. But, Cook will be retired or fired by then and it will be just the loyal users who suffer.

 

[hoodafoo]

so does 14.5 make AS machines slower?

 

[JerryDon]

MacOS Settings UI is such a convoluted mess, it's impossible to write a logical complaint/comment on - Yikes!

 

[loopi77]

so, 5 Point-Releases in, and every time hope for release notes include
"Fixes a common problem where MacBook Pro devices - while in clamshell mode and connected to Thunderbolt docking station with 2 or more external displays - drive users insane when wake the Mac from sleep. If you didn't lose your mind completely by suffering the random left or right display wake ping pong torture you should be able to use your workspace gear as you did the last decade again."

 

[turbineseaplane]

Smooth update on my Hackintosh 👍💪

 

[JohannesO]

Smooth update on my Hackintosh 👍💪

What hardware do you use? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hackintosh

 

[MaGF]

Disappointed that some Wi-Fi country codes still do not allow 6GHz networks, despite the fact that these countries or regions have already approved the use of Wi-Fi 6e! Apple please update your supported channel lists according to Wi-Fi Alliance’s up-to-date list: https://www.wi-fi.org/regulations-enabling-6-ghz-wi-fi

Otherwise none of our Wi-Fi 6e-capable Apple devices will be able to benefit from the 6GHz band.

 

[temhawk]

Hello, I came here to see what's in this update. Is there a reason the settings app no longer shows this information?

 

[JohannesO]

so, 5 Point-Releases in, and every time hope for release notes include
"Fixes a common problem where MacBook Pro devices - while in clamshell mode and connected to Thunderbolt docking station with 2 or more external displays - drive users insane when wake the Mac from sleep. If you didn't lose your mind completely by suffering the random left or right display wake ping pong torture you should be able to use your workspace gear as you did the last decade again."

Yes,

but it always works out somehow in the end. 🤪

 

[13astion]

Meanwhile, in the latest Linux kernel update:

- Improved support for Intel Arc chips and 4th gen Xeon CPUs
- Mainline support for M1 Pro/Max/Ultra chips
- Foundational work for new WiFi standards and networking
- support for a bunch of different hardware accessories, chips, and file-systems

In the latest Windows 11 update:

- Improved voice control
- Better passkey support
- Better backup solutions via Windows backup

In macOS 14.5:

- a daily word game...?
- crossword scoreboard...???

Since it is unlikely that you will see the update to my earlier comment, just an addendum to your extreme whinging...

Leading into Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Apple *has* announced even *more* accessibility support (just like last year 🙄).

Feel foolish?

Apple Announces iOS 18 Accessibility Features, Including Eye Tracking

Apple today previewed many new accessibility features coming later this year with software updates like iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, and visionOS 2....

www.macrumors.com

 

[xbjllb]

I think is time to leave Apple.

Door. Hit. Rear. Way. Out.

 

[sideshowuniqueuser]

******** and against best practices even. If you would do that people would stop updating, update-fatique. This is what's happening on windows, and why they have forced updates every few weeks. It's a great productivity killer. Since almost all users are not under attack by a nation state these fixes can be rolled out on a relaxed schedule.

You shouldn't need a full massive update for this, it should just be a patch that is a small download, and a quick install, replacing a small part of the OS. There should be no fatigue.

 

[sideshowuniqueuser]

The fact you can't name him shows how ignorant you are.

This so called 'head of software' you are talking about has been around for decades and was at NeXT with Steve Jobs. His leadership and his skills are higher than anyone you can mention in the whole of tech. Every 'head of software' wishes they could be like him.

Golf clap.

 

[pauclaude]

With version 14.4 Macrumors reports these bugs:

1. USB Hub and Monitor Ports - Lost Connectivity
2. Java Processes - Unexpected Terminations
3. Printer Operation - Removed or Corrupted Drivers
4. iCloud Drive - Destroys Saved Versions

The first two would have been corrected with 14.4.1.
Does anyone know if they are all correct with 14.5? I still have 14.1.2 but I'm afraid to make the upgrade ...

 

[yadmonkey]

2.43GB update to add minor functionality to a 9.8MB app?

 

[frozencarbonite]

Smooth update on my Hackintosh 👍💪

Would you mind telling me what hardware you use in a private message?

 

[frozencarbonite]

The crossword feature tipped you over the edge, then…

Where are you going to go? Windows? Good luck…

Linux. Seriously. For me, I think this M1 Mac might be my last.

 

[Ray2]

I keep hoping I find a reason to upgrade from Monterey. So far I haven't.

 

[turbineseaplane]

I keep hoping I find a reason to upgrade from Monterey. So far I haven't.

I love Monterey (and Ventura)

I run Monte on my 2015 15" MBP and Ventura on my Hackintosh

I admit that I love going into SysPrefs on Monterey
It's still so much better than the SysSettings abominatino