🍏 iOS/iPadOS/tvOS 14, watchOS 7, macOS 11 – 2020 Updates

[LCSeminole]

Let's not forget tvOS 14.3

[AudioHTIT]

Dec 15, 2020 17:29:34 GMT -5 LCSeminole said:

Let's not forget tvOS 14.3

Right! (only have my old TV3 with me in PC, so yeah, I forgot 😮) We should also mention watchOS 7.2, and macOS 11.1

[AudioHTIT]

iOS & iPadOS 14.4 are out and highly recommended due to a possible security issue.

iOS 14.4 includes the following improvements for your iPhone:
* Smaller QR codes can be recognized by Camera
* Option to classify Bluetooth device type in Settings for correct identification of headphones for audio notifications
* Notifications for when the camera on your iPhone is unable to be verified as a new, genuine Apple camera in iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max

This release also fixes the following issues:
* Image artifacts could appear in HDR photos taken with iPhone 12 Pro
* Fitness widget may not display updated Activity data
* Typing may be delayed and word suggestions may not appear in the keyboard
* The keyboard may not come up in the correct language in Messages
* Audio stories from the News app in CarPlay may not resume after being paused for spoken directions or Siri
* Enabling Switch Control in Accessibility may prevent phone calls from being answered from the Lock Screen

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

iPadOS 14.4 includes the following improvements for your iPad:
* Smaller QR codes can be recognized by Camera
* Option to classify Bluetooth device type in Settings for correct identification of headphones for audio notifications

This release also fixes the following issues:
* Typing may be delayed and word suggestions may not appear in the keyboard
* The keyboard may not come up in the correct language in Messages

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

[AudioHTIT]

Apple has also released tvOS 14.4 for the 4th and 5th Gen Apple TV. Other than it contains bug fixes and improvements, I don’t have any details.

[novisnick]

Jan 28, 2021 9:47:44 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

Apple has also released tvOS 14.4 for the 4th and 5th Gen Apple TV. Other than it contains bug fixes and improvements, I don’t have any details.

Thanks so much. Looking forward to whatever else you can find out. Peek under the hood for us. 😁

[AudioHTIT]

iOS and iPadOS 14.4.1 have been released. It appears to be mostly a security update (as would be expected for an x.x.X update), but it is recommended as it fixes a flaw in the WebKit engine for Safari. Here are Apple’s release notes:

This update provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

[AudioHTIT]

Jan 28, 2021 10:07:15 GMT -5 novisnick said:

Jan 28, 2021 9:47:44 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

Apple has also released tvOS 14.4 for the 4th and 5th Gen Apple TV. Other than it contains bug fixes and improvements, I don’t have any details.

Thanks so much. Looking forward to whatever else you can find out. Peek under the hood for us. 😁

At my winter home I only have an TV 3 and no updates for it, so can’t speak for the TV 4G and 4K until I get home next month. ⛷

[novisnick]

Mar 15, 2021 9:12:23 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

Jan 28, 2021 10:07:15 GMT -5 novisnick said:

Thanks so much. Looking forward to whatever else you can find out. Peek under the hood for us. 😁

At my winter home I only have an TV 3 and no updates for it, so can’t speak for the TV 4G and 4K until I get home next month. ⛷

I will have to do some type of repair or forced install using a PC I believe. It just shouldn’t be this hard! Second time I’ve been so disappointed with an Apple product. The first time was when my original IPad became useless after an update! 🤬
Any help would be appreciated!

[AudioHTIT]

Mar 15, 2021 12:16:16 GMT -5 novisnick said:

Mar 15, 2021 9:12:23 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

At my winter home I only have an TV 3 and no updates for it, so can’t speak for the TV 4G and 4K until I get home next month. ⛷

I will have to do some type of repair or forced install using a PC I believe. It just shouldn’t be this hard! Second time I’ve been so disappointed with an Apple product. The first time was when my original IPad became useless after an update! 🤬
Any help would be appreciated!

I’ve never had to do anything but a network install, what message is that giving you? Is it 4G or 4K? (shouldn’t matter). The TV thread at AVS is a good resource, though can be a bit militant if you don’t read the first page 👮‍♀️ 

www.avsforum.com/threads/apple-tv-owners-thread-faq-in-first-post.1278071/

[novisnick]

Mar 15, 2021 12:49:23 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

Mar 15, 2021 12:16:16 GMT -5 novisnick said:

I will have to do some type of repair or forced install using a PC I believe. It just shouldn’t be this hard! Second time I’ve been so disappointed with an Apple product. The first time was when my original IPad became useless after an update! 🤬
Any help would be appreciated!

I’ve never had to do anything but a network install, what message is that giving you? Is it 4G or 4K? (shouldn’t matter). The TV thread at AVS is a good resource, though can be a bit militant if you don’t read the first page 👮‍♀️ 

www.avsforum.com/threads/apple-tv-owners-thread-faq-in-first-post.1278071/

I’m at work atm so I don’t recall exactly what it states but something Along the line of, your up to date when I’m obviously not. I’ve tried manually installing, rebooted and still no joy. I didn’t have time to investigate beyond something to do on a PC and calling Apple. What a PIA! I’ll go look at avs sometime today. Thanks so much

[AudioHTIT]

Mar 15, 2021 13:22:12 GMT -5 novisnick said:

Mar 15, 2021 12:49:23 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

I’ve never had to do anything but a network install, what message is that giving you? Is it 4G or 4K? (shouldn’t matter). The TV thread at AVS is a good resource, though can be a bit militant if you don’t read the first page 👮‍♀️ 

www.avsforum.com/threads/apple-tv-owners-thread-faq-in-first-post.1278071/

I’m at work atm so I don’t recall exactly what it states but something Along the line of, your up to date when I’m obviously not. I’ve tried manually installing, rebooted and still no joy. I didn’t have time to investigate beyond something to do on a PC and calling Apple. What a PIA! I’ll go look at avs sometime today. Thanks so much

So I went up to getsupport.apple.com and it presented me with a selector of my (many) Apple devices. I selected my home TV 4K, and it asked me to select what problem I was experiencing, I found an option for something like ‘Problem Updating or Installing Software”, when I selected that they gave me options for how I wanted to be contacted (2 min wait for a phone call!). I don’t think they’re charging for this now. For this to work you must have an AppleID and have your product (TV) registered. So that’s an option, but they may tell you what you expect, that you have to hook it to your computer, but they may help.

[novisnick]

Mar 15, 2021 20:50:29 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

Mar 15, 2021 13:22:12 GMT -5 novisnick said:

I’m at work atm so I don’t recall exactly what it states but something Along the line of, your up to date when I’m obviously not. I’ve tried manually installing, rebooted and still no joy. I didn’t have time to investigate beyond something to do on a PC and calling Apple. What a PIA! I’ll go look at avs sometime today. Thanks so much

So I went up to getsupport.apple.com and it presented me with a selector of my (many) Apple devices. I selected my home TV 4K, and it asked me to select what problem I was experiencing, I found an option for something like ‘Problem Updating or Installing Software”, when I selected that they gave me options for how I wanted to be contacted (2 min wait for a phone call!). I don’t think they’re charging for this now. For this to work you must have an AppleID and have your product (TV) registered. So that’s an option, but they may tell you what you expect, that you have to hook it to your computer, but they may help.

You are so awesome for helping me with this. I can’t thank you enough, I’ll give it a try at my first opportunity. I’ll let you know what happens.

[novisnick]

AudioHTIT can’t thank you enough. Called in and they elevated my problem 5 minutes into my call. Next gentleman had me reset my device and it was a simple painless fix. Glad he walked me through it so I didn’t have to re-enter all my information for my apps.

You The Man! 🎶👍🎶

[AudioHTIT]

Mar 16, 2021 17:21:33 GMT -5 novisnick said:

AudioHTIT can’t thank you enough. Called in and they elevated my problem 5 minutes into my call. Next gentleman had me reset my device and it was a simple painless fix. Glad he walked me through it so I didn’t have to re-enter all my information for my apps.

You The Man! 🎶👍🎶

Great to hear Nick! Glad it worked out and was so easy 👋😀✌️

[AudioHTIT]

iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, tvOS 14.5 are now available, as are macOS 11.3 & watchOS 7.4.

iOS 14.5 includes the option to unlock iPhone with Apple Watch while wearing a face mask, adds support for AirTag, and introduces separate skin tone variations for emoji with couples. Siri adds more diverse voice options, and App Tracking Transparency lets you control which apps are allowed to track your activity across other companies' apps and websites.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

Note: For iPhone / Watch face mask identification feature, you need an iPhone X or later.

iPadOS 14.5 adds support for AirTag and introduces separate skin tone variations for emoji with couples. Siri adds more diverse voice options, and App Tracking Transparency lets you control which apps are allowed to track your activity across other companies' apps and websites.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

watchOS 7.4 includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:
Ability to unlock your iPhone X and later with Apple Watch when you attempt to use Face ID while wearing a face mask
Option to classify Bluetooth device type in Settings for correct identification of headphones for audio notifications
Ability to stream audio and video content from Apple Fitness+ workouts to AirPlay 2-enabled TVs and devices
Support for the ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 or later in Australia and Vietnam
Support for irregular heart rhythm notifications in Australia and Vietnam

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: support.apple.com/HT201222

macOS Big Sur 11.3 adds support for AirTag, includes iPhone and iPad app improvements for Macs with M1, introduces separate skin tone variations for emoji with couples, and adds more diverse voice options for Siri.

AirTag and Find My
* Support for AirTag to keep track of and find your important items like your keys, wallet, backpack, and more, privately and securely in the Find My app
* The Find My network with hundreds of millions of devices can help you find your AirTag, even when it isn’t nearby
* Lost Mode notifies you when your AirTag is found, and you can enter a phone number where you can be contacted

iPhone and iPad apps on Macs with M1
* Option to change an iPhone and iPad app's window size
* Support for displaying the highest resolution version of an iPhone or iPad app in full screen
* Keyboard support for iPhone and iPad games designed to use device tilt
* Keyboard, mouse, and trackpad support for iPhone and iPad games that support game controllers

Emoji
* Support for separate skin tones for each individual in all variations of the couple kissing emoji and couple with heart emoji
* New face emojis, heart emojis, woman with a beard emoji

Siri
* Siri now includes more diverse voice options

Apple Music
* Autoplay keeps music playing by automatically playing a similar song, once you've reached the end of a song or playlist
* City charts showcase what's popular in over 100 cities from all over the world

Podcasts
* Podcasts Show Pages are redesigned to make it easier to start listening
* Option to save and download episodes, automatically adding them to your Library for quick access
* Download behavior and notification settings can be customized on a show-by-show basis
* Top Charts and popular categories in Search help you discover new shows

News
* Redesigned News+ feed enables Apple News+ subscribers to quickly find, download, and manage magazine and newspaper issues
* All-new Search experience that helps you find relevant topics, channels, and stories

Safari
* Start Page section order can now be customized
* Additional WebExtensions API lets developers offer extensions that replace the new tab page
* Web Speech API lets developers incorporate speech recognition into their webpages for real-time captioning, dictation, and voice navigation
* WebM and Vorbis video and audio format support

Reminders
* Ability to sort Today Smart list
* Support for syncing the order of reminders in lists across your devices
* Option to print your reminder lists

Gaming
* Xbox Series X|S Wireless Controller or Sony PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller support

Mac computers with the M1 chip
* Hibernation support

About This Mac
* About this Mac displays Apple warranty status and AppleCare+ coverage in the Service tab when signed in with Apple ID
* Support for purchasing and enrolling in AppleCare+ for eligible Mac computers from About This Mac

This release also fixes the following issues:
* Reminders created via Siri may be unintentionally set for early morning hours
* iCloud Keychain might not turn off
* AirPods audio routing to incorrect device for Automatic Switching
* AirPods Automatic Switching notifications might be missing or duplicated
* External 4K monitors may not display in full resolution when connected over USB-C
* Login window may not display properly after restarting Mac mini (M1, 2020)
* The Dwell feature may not work in the Accessibility Keyboard

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices, and require an Apple ID.

[doc1963]

You might not find it mentioned anywhere in the release notes, but tvOS 14.5 finally adds support for integer frame rates.

So for those of you who might have noticed those "dropped frames" when viewing most of the Netflix originals or, more recently, Marvel's "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier", this has finally been addressed...

[AudioHTIT]

Apr 26, 2021 13:27:13 GMT -5 doc1963 said:

You might not find it mentioned anywhere in the release notes, but tvOS 14.5 finally adds support for integer frame rates.

So for those of you who might have noticed those "dropped frames" when viewing most of the Netflix originals or, more recently, Marvel's "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier", this is finally fixed...

So I did notice on the video format screen that it now reads 60 (59.94Hz) etc, but not that you could select one or the other. How does the ‘support’ for integer frame rates work? Is it automatic based on the source?




Edit: I noticed one reviewer seemed to have it backwards: “Other new features include frame rate options of 29.97Hz and 59.94Hz instead of 30Hz/60Hz”

[doc1963]

Apr 26, 2021 13:47:59 GMT -5 AudioHTIT said:

Apr 26, 2021 13:27:13 GMT -5 doc1963 said:

You might not find it mentioned anywhere in the release notes, but tvOS 14.5 finally adds support for integer frame rates.

So for those of you who might have noticed those "dropped frames" when viewing most of the Netflix originals or, more recently, Marvel's "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier", this is finally fixed...

So I did notice on the video format screen that it now reads 60 (59.94Hz) etc, but not that you could select one or the other. How does the ‘support’ for integer frame rates work? Is it automatic based on the source?

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It's automatic when "match frame" is enabled...

[LCSeminole]

iPhone12Pro/iPadAir/ATV4K now updated to 14.5, thanks for the heads AudioHTIT !!!

[LCSeminole]

Pre-ordered the new ATV4K this morning. The Apple e-mail I got said I should expect delivery May 21-May 27!