Apple has released today the Mac OS X 10.6.4 update, which promises to “enhance the stability, compatibility, and security of your Mac.” Mac users should be notified of the update by the ‘Software Update’ application. As usual, the new update varies in size, ranging from 314MB to 641MB, depending on the computer and other factors such as pending updates. For example, the update includes the new Safari 5 for those who have not yet upgraded the browser.
Mac OS X 10.6.4 Fixes and Improvements here.
According to the Apple Support page, the new Mac OS X 10.6.4 provides:
General fixes and improvements
- improves compatibility with some Braille displays
- resolves an issue that causes the keyboard or trackpad to become unresponsive
- resolves an issue that may prevent some Adobe Creative Suite 3 applications from opening
- addresses issues copying, renaming, or deleting files on SMB file servers
- improves reliability of VPN connections
- resolves a playback issue in DVD Player when using Good Quality deinterlacing
- resolves an issue editing photos with iPhoto or Aperture in full screen view
- resolves an issue with Parental Controls Time Limits for Open Directory or Active Directory users
- resolves a display sleep issue with MacBook Pro (Early 2010) computers
- resolves an issue with MacBook Pro (Early 2010) computers in which the right speaker may sound louder than the left speaker
- includes Safari 5.0; for more information about Safari 5.0, see this webpage
- Security improvements; for information about the security content of this update, please visit this article
Fixes and improvements for Aperture 3
- adds tethered shooting support for additional digital camera models
- addresses IPTC metadata compatibility issues
Fixes and improvements for external devices
- RAW image compatibility for additional digital cameras
- resolves an issue with using third-party USB web cameras
- resolves an issue with noise when using some third-party FireWire audio devices
- resolves pairing issues with Apple remotes
