Apple has finally released its macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 which is expected to fix some major issues of the tech giant manufacturer’s popular laptop. The company said that the latest version of its desktop software will prevent MacBook Air and MacBook Pro from getting heavy damage when using third-party, non-compliant powered USB-C accessories.
The popular iPhone manufacturer announced the release of its new macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 on Feb. 25. Apple stated that the new fixes will focus on the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models from 2019 and 2020.
Apple said that “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.”
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However, the tech giant firm didn’t explain why and how the new bug is affecting MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. It is also unclear if there are really some MacBook users that experience heavy damage when using third-party USB-C hubs and docks. On the other hand, if you want to try the latest system, you can download it by navigating to your device’s Software Update menu, which is located in the System Preferences app. After that, your MacBook device will automatically install the latest macOS Big Sur 11.2.2.
Meanwhile, Apple also confirmed that the latest macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 is currently available to all macOS Big Sur users. But, the new fixes are only accessible by those who are really affected by the current third-party USB-C issues.
Other things to know about the latest macOS Big Sur 11.2.2
Aside from new fixes, macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 also brings new features that will surely enhance your Apple experience. Here are some of the tech giant company’s newly developed upgrades on its desktop software;
- Battery life is currently stable.
- Third-party apps including Twitter, Slack, Asana, Gmail, Chrome, and Spotify are working fine at the moment.
- First-party apps like Safari and Podcasts are also stable.
- Wi-Fi connectivity is fast and reliable.
- Bluetooth is working normally.
- macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 feels as fast as macOS Big Sur 11.2.1.
Another great thing about Apple’s new desktop system is that users can easily go back to their previous software if ever they encounter any issue. The company also stated that downgrading to your previous software doesn’t have a deadline. This means that you can easily go back to the previous macOS anytime you want. Here’s how you can do it.
- Turn your Mac off.
- Reboot your Mac while holding Cmd + R.
- Click on the Install macOS Catalina option.
- Now click on Disk Utility.
- Click on your mac hard drive and then on Erase.
- Use the default options here. But if you need to make a choice pick
- If on HFS+ use mac OS Extended (Journaled)
- If on APFS, choose APFS
- Pick GUID Partition Map if you see that option.
- Name your hard drive Macintosh HD then click erase.
- Wait for the drive to erase.
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