macOS Big Sur updates improve the stability, performance and compatibility of your Mac and are recommended for all macOS Big Sur users.
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This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
macOS Big Sur 11.6.7 fixes an issue where Mail and other apps, such as Microsoft Outlook, can't open attachments if the app required to open the file is already running.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS.
macOS Big Sur 11.5.2 includes bug fixes for your Mac.
macOS Big Sur 11.5.1 provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.
macOS Big Sur 11.5 includes the following improvements for your Mac:
Podcasts Library tab allows you to choose to see all shows or only followed shows
This release also fixes the following issues:
Music may not update play count and last-played date in your library
Smart cards may not work when logging in to Mac computers with the M1 chip
macOS Big Sur 11.4 adds Apple Podcasts subscriptions and channels and includes important bug fixes.
Podcasts
Apple Podcasts subscriptions are available for purchase through monthly and annual subscriptions
Channels group together collections of shows from podcast creators
This release also fixes the following issues:
Bookmarks in Safari may get reordered or moved into a folder that can appear hidden
Certain websites may not display correctly after your Mac wakes from sleep
Keywords may not be included when exporting a photo from the Photos app
Preview may become unresponsive when searching PDF documents
16-inch MacBook may become unresponsive when playing Civilization VI
macOS Big Sur 11.3.1 provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.
macOS Big Sur 11.3adds support for AirTag, includes iPhone and iPad app improvements for Macs with M1, introduces separate skin tone variations for emojis with couples and adds more diverse voice options for Siri.
AirTag and Find My
Support for AirTag to keep track of and find important items such as 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 has been 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 all over the world
Podcasts
Podcasts Show Pages are redesigned to make it easier to start listening
Option to save and download episodes, adding them automatically to your Library for quick access
Download behaviour and notification settings can be customised 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 customised
Additional WebExtensions API lets developers offer extensions that replace the new tab page
Web Speech API lets developers incorporate speech recognition into their web pages 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 may not turn off
AirPods audio routing to incorrect device for Automatic Switching
AirPods Automatic Switching notifications may be missing or duplicated
External 4K monitors may not display in full resolution when connected over USB-C
Login window may not be displayed 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.
macOS Big Sur 11.2.3 provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.
macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 prevents MacBook Pro (2019 or later) and MacBook Air (2020 or later) models from incurring damage when they are connected to certain third-party, non-compliant powered USB-C hubs and docks.
macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 addresses an issue that may prevent the battery from charging on some 2016 and 2017 MacBook Pro models.
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices.
macOS Big Sur 11.2 improves Bluetooth reliability and fixes the following issues:
External displays may show a black screen when connected to a Mac mini (M1, 2020) using an HDMI-to-DVI converter
Edits to Apple ProRAW photos in the Photos app may not be saved
iCloud Drive may turn off after disabling the iCloud Drive Desktop & Documents Folders option
System Preferences may not unlock when entering your administrator password
Globe key may not display the Emoji & Symbols pane when pressed
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices.
macOS Big Sur 11.1 introduces support for AirPods Max, TV app enhancements, Apple News widgets and privacy information in the App Store. This release also includes bug fixes for your Mac.
AirPods Max
Support for AirPods Max, new over-ear headphones
High-fidelity audio for rich sound
Adaptive EQ adapts sound in real time to the personal fit of ear cushions
Active Noise Cancellation to block out environmental noise
Transparency mode to hear the environment around you
Apple TV
An all-new Apple TV+ tab makes it easy to discover and watch Apple Original programmes and films
Enhanced search so you can browse by category such as genre, and see recent searches and suggestions as you type
Top search results shown with the most relevant matches across films, TV programmes, cast, channels and sports
Apple News
Apple News widgets are now available in Notification Centre
App Store
New privacy information section on App Store pages that includes a developer-reported summary of the app’s privacy practices
In-game dashboard within Arcade games recommends new Arcade games to play
iPhone and iPad apps on Macs with M1
New window options for iPhone and iPad apps let you switch between landscape and portrait orientations or expand a window to fill the entire screen
Photos
Apple ProRAW photos can be edited in the Photos app
Safari
Ecosia search engine option in Safari
Air Quality
Available in Maps and Siri for locations in China mainland
Health recommendations are provided in Siri for the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, India and Mexico at certain air-quality levels
Data in Maps and Siri reflects updated national scales for Germany and Mexico
This release also addresses the following issues:
QuickTime Player may quit when opening a film with a timecode track after upgrading from macOS Catalina
Bluetooth connection status was not displayed in Control Centre
Reliability of unlocking your Mac automatically with your Apple Watch
Trackpad scrolling speed may be faster than expected on MacBook Pro models
LG UltraFine 5K Display may be displayed incorrectly at 4K resolution on Macs with M1
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices.
Design
New design for apps makes it easier to focus on your content and take action with space-efficient toolbars and full-height sidebars
Updated menu bar features wider spacing and a new translucent material that becomes more vibrant when you interact with it
Refreshed system sounds include the boot chime and sounds for transferring files, moving items to the Bin, locking files and more
Control Centre
Control Centre puts your favourite menus and controls in one handy place in the menu bar so you can adjust settings quickly as you work
Additional controls appear when you click to expand Control Centre menus
Support for pinning favourite menus from Control Centre to the menu bar
Notification Centre
Updated Notification Centre brings notifications and widgets together in one view
Interactive notifications display additional information and actions when you expand them
Beautiful, new data-rich widgets for Calendar, Clock, Notes, Photos, Podcasts, Reminders, Screen Time, Stocks and Weather
Edit view lets you add new widgets and customise their size
Support for widgets from third-party apps
Safari
World’s fastest desktop browser with industry-leading performance and energy efficiency*
New customisable start page lets you set a background image and decide what appears, including Reading List, iCloud Tabs, Privacy Report and more
Expanded extensions support and new dedicated category in the App Store for discovering new extensions
New tab design featuring favicons in tabs and website previews that appear when you hover over a tab
Translation (beta) for English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, French, German, Russian or Brazilian Portuguese (US English and Canadian English only)
Privacy Report gives you visibility into how Safari keeps your browsing your business with an overview of trackers blocked by Intelligent Tracking Prevention
Safari password monitoring securely screens saved passwords for any that may have been involved in a data breach
Safari privacy prompts for extensions let you choose when a website can work with an extension
Messages
Pinned conversations keep up to nine of your favourite threads at the top of the list
Mentions let you direct a message to an individual in a group conversation
Inline replies let you reply to a specific message earlier in the conversation
Message effects for balloons, confetti, lasers and more
#images helps you find and add trending GIFs to messages
Memoji makes it simple to create a personalised character and send stickers that match your mood and personality
Maps
Guides offer recommendations for places to go and things to do, curated by a selection of trusted brands
Look Around to explore cities in a high-resolution, interactive 3D experience
Indoor maps for major airports and shopping centres
Cycling directions help you find bike-friendly routes to your destination
Electric vehicle routing helps you plan trips for supported vehicles that you add on iPhone
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices.
* Performance will vary based on system configuration, network connection and other factors.