Apple & Microsoft Security and Glitch Fixes
It’s a long weekend so perhaps you should consider updating your operating systems to get rid of some nasty security issues and glitches ?
Apple had noticed a security issue for their El Capitain, Yosemite, Safari and iOS software so they’ve issued updates for their computers, tables and iPhones.
Microsoft’s Anniversary version of Windows 10 operating system had freezing issues so they also issued updates this weekend.
Have a safe weekend !
Windows Users : Uninstall Quicktime
Apple has stated they will not longer support Windows installations of this software and the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team issued an alert advising users to uninstall this program due to the existence of two vulnerabilities found in this program.
Click here for information on how to uninstall this program from Windows machines.
Tim Cook Issues Press Release
Apple has issued a press release in regards to the United States Government’s request to unlock iPhones and access their user’s data. It can be read by clicking here.
Warning For Canadian iPhone 5 Purchasers
Do not line up at your local Apple store unless you are willing to commit to a 3 year contract.
A unlocked purchase is available from Apple’s online store instead : “When you purchase your iPhone from the Apple Online Store, you’ll get it unlocked. So you can sign up for service with the carrier of your choice and change your carrier at any time.”
iOS 6 Minus Youtube App
The Verge reported that the new iOS 6 operating system for Apple products will not include an app to view Youtube videos because their license expired.
Google is currently working on a standalone version so Apple users will be able to view Youtube videos on the new operating system.
Apple Cloud Service To Be Unveiled In June
According to an official press release, Apple will be unveiling their new iCloud service on June 6th, at the company’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference.
Durring the key note address Apple CEO Steve Jobs and several executives will discuss this new sevice as well as the new Mac operating system, Lion, and a new mobile operating system for the company’s devices, iOS 5.
I believe this key note address is scheduled for 10am, PST. Details in regards to the cloud service accessibility in Canada will probably be discussed at that time.