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Mint
3 days ago
- Mint
Beware Apple users! Government warns against critical risk: How to stay safe online
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-severity alert regarding multiple security vulnerabilities found across a wide range of Apple products. The flaws, if exploited, could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, bypass security mechanisms, escalate privileges, or cause denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on affected devices. This warning is part of the recently released vulnerability note CIVN-2025-0163. According to CERT-In, the vulnerabilities impact several Apple operating systems, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. Devices running versions older than the latest available releases are particularly at risk. The affected versions include iOS prior to 18.6, iPadOS prior to 17.7.9 and 18.6, macOS Sequoia before 15.6, macOS Sonoma before 14.7.7, macOS Ventura before 13.7.7, watchOS before 11.6, tvOS before 18.6, and visionOS before 2.6. CERT-In's advisory highlights that the risks posed by these vulnerabilities are significant. If exploited successfully, an attacker could gain unauthorised access to sensitive information, manipulate system data, disrupt services, or take complete control of the affected devices. These flaws result from a variety of technical issues, such as type confusion, integer and buffer overflows, race conditions, logic errors, improper input validation, flawed memory management, and incorrect privilege handling. Attackers can potentially exploit these by sending specially crafted requests to the targeted system. The cyber agency has assessed the overall risk as high, particularly for both individual users and organisations that depend on Apple devices for critical functions. The consequences of a successful attack could include data breaches, system downtime, and severe reputational harm. CERT-In has strongly advised users to treat this issue as a priority and take immediate steps to secure their devices. In response, Apple has released patches addressing the identified vulnerabilities. Users are urged to promptly apply these updates to ensure their systems are protected. The relevant security patches are available through Apple's official support channels and cover all impacted platforms. Users can find update details on Apple's website via dedicated links to updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. These include support documents with IDs such as 124148, 124149, 124150, 124151, 124155, 124147, 124153, and 124154. CERT-In has also encouraged users to adopt standard cyber hygiene practices. These include avoiding unverified applications, not clicking on suspicious links, regularly monitoring devices for abnormal activity, and keeping systems up to date with the latest software patches. Organisations should also ensure their IT teams are aware of the issue and implement the updates across all Apple-based endpoints without delay. This advisory comes as a reminder of the growing complexity of cyber threats targeting widely used consumer and enterprise technologies. With Apple products playing a key role in both personal and business environments, keeping them secure is critical. For further information, users can visit the official CERT-In website or Apple's support pages to access technical documentation and patch details.
Deccan Herald
28-07-2025
- Deccan Herald
iOS 26: List of iPhones eligible for Apple's latest mobile OS
The latest iOS 26 comes with an all-new Liquid Glass user interface. It takes from visionOS. It has a glass-like translucent UI, which promises to create a lively experience and make iPhone usage more enjoyable.
The Verge
24-07-2025
- The Verge
Apple releases public betas of its new software updates with Liquid Glass
Apple has officially released the first public betas for its next major software updates. The list of new betas includes iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. The biggest thing you'll notice about the software updates is that they have a new design language Apple is calling 'Liquid Glass.' The design language is inspired by visionOS and, as the name implies, features a lot of transparency. I felt it was a wild change to my iPhone when I tried the first developer beta, and Apple has already tweaked some of the translucency and changed how Control Center looks and in subsequent betas. The new operating systems also have an updated numbering scheme: they now all end with 26, taking cues from how the car industry names its cars after the following year. It's a simpler and better system, if you ask me, and it should make it easier to know if you're on the newest software or not. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All by Jay Peters Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Apple Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All iOS Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All macOS Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All News Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Tech
Mint
16-07-2025
- Mint
Apple's next-gen Public Betas may drop next week – iOS, macOS, watchOS included: Gurman
Apple is expected to roll out public beta versions of its upcoming operating systems, including iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26, as early as next week, reported Macrumors. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the release could happen on or around Wednesday, 23 July. This timeline aligns with Apple's usual software update cycle, which typically sees public betas arrive a few weeks after the developer previews. The public beta programme will likely cover a wide range of software updates this year. These could include iOS 26 for iPhones, iPadOS 26 for iPads, macOS 26 for Mac computers, tvOS 26 for Apple TV, watchOS 26 for Apple Watch, and HomePod Software 26. Additionally, Apple is expected to make new firmware available for AirPods as part of the beta testing phase. However, Apple has confirmed on its website that it does not intend to release a public beta of visionOS 26, the software powering its Vision Pro headset. This decision suggests that visionOS remains in a more controlled phase of testing, likely due to the limited number of Vision Pro units in circulation and the specialised nature of the platform. Anyone interested in testing the new software ahead of the official launch can sign up for Apple's Beta Software Programme at no cost. Once enrolled, users will be able to download and install the trial versions of the software on their devices. As is always advised with beta releases, users should ensure their data is backed up in case any bugs or performance issues arise during testing. For developers, the beta versions of all the listed software have already been available for some time, the report added. Reportedly, Apple made a key policy change a few years ago, allowing anyone with an Apple Developer account to access early software builds without paying the $99 annual fee traditionally required for the Apple Developer Programme. Nevertheless, members of the general public are encouraged to wait for the public beta releases, which are generally more stable than the initial developer builds.
Mint
10-07-2025
- Mint
Apple's Vision Pro is getting new version this year with a faster chip and more: Here's what to expect
Apple is preparing a refresh for its Vision Pro headset that's expected to arrive as soon as later this year. Yes, you read that right - Apple Vision Pro's latest iteration could be released in 2025. While this update will not be a complete overhaul, it marks an important step for a product that has struggled to gain mainstream traction since its launch. The most significant change will be the move to Apple's M4 chip, replacing the M2 found in the original model. The M4 brings a more powerful CPU and GPU, along with a Neural Engine featuring more cores. This should translate to faster performance, smoother multitasking, and improved handling of AI-driven features within visionOS. The update is also expected to improve efficiency, though the real-world impact will only be clear once the device is in users' hands. Another notable change is a redesigned strap. While the headset's weight is expected to remain largely the same, the new strap is designed to distribute pressure more evenly, which would reduce neck strain and head discomfort during longer sessions. This addresses one of the original Vision Pro's most common complaints, as many users found the headset heavy and uncomfortable after extended use. The original Vision Pro launched as Apple's first foray into 'spatial computing,' with the goal to blend virtual and augmented reality in a single device. It featured dual micro-OLED displays with a combined 23 million pixels, along with advanced eye and hand tracking, and a unique 'Optic ID' iris authentication system. Audio was handled by spatial audio pods, and the device ran on Apple's visionOS, supporting both immersive AR experiences and more traditional apps in a virtual space. Despite its technical achievements, the Vision Pro has struggled in the market. Sales have reportedly only reached a few hundred thousand units, a modest figure for an Apple product. The main issues cited are the high price, starting at $3,500 (about ₹ 3 lakhs) in the US along with comfort concerns, with the headset weighing around 600 to 650 grams plus an external battery pack. Many users have found it difficult to wear for long periods, limiting its appeal for both work and entertainment. A fully redesigned, significantly lighter Vision Pro is not expected until 2027. Until then, this year's update appears to be a stopgap, aimed at keeping Apple competitive in the mixed reality space and addressing the most immediate user complaints. The new model's improved chip and comfort-focused strap may help but the fundamental challenges of price and weight remain. For now, Apple's Vision Pro remains a technically impressive but niche device, with this year's update likely to offer incremental improvements rather than a dramatic shift in the product's fortunes.
