Posted by Julie Clover
Apple today released macOS Sonoma 14.4.1, a minor update to macOS Sonoma operating system released last September. macOS Sonoma Version 14.4.1 will be released three weeks after macOS Sonoma 14.4. free on all eligible Mac computers under Software Update in System Preferences. There is also macOS 13.6.6 for those still using macOS Ventura.
According to Apple's release notes, macOS Sonoma Update 14.4.1 resolves an issue where USB hubs connected to external displays were not recognized. It also fixes an issue that could cause Java apps to quit unexpectedly, and fixes an issue that prevented Audio Unit plugins for professional music apps from opening.
All three bugs are noticeable. problems that Mac users have been complaining about since the launch of macOS 14.4. Oracle warned users about the Java issue last week, telling customers that Apple Silicon Mac users running Java should refrain from upgrading to macOS 14.4 if possible, and there have also been a number of reports of problems with hubs and monitors from customers who installed 14.4.
This update fixes bugs for your Mac, including:
– USB hubs connected to external displays may not be recognized
– Copy-protected Audio plug-ins Unit designed for professional music applications may not open or validate
– Applications that include Java may crash unexpectedly
For security information about Apple software updates, visit this website: https://support.apple.com /kb/HT201222
Learn more about all the features included in macOS Sonoma The update can be found in our dedicated review.
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