Cupertino, California – Apple users anxiously await fixes for multiple bugs plaguing their MacBook, iMac, and Mac devices following the latest macOS Ventura update. Issues such as connectivity problems with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, failed Time Machine backups, UI lag, and TouchID issues have left users frustrated.
The macOS Ventura update is the latest version that can run on millions of older Macs still within their support window. Users with Intel-based Macs from 2017 or earlier are urged to update to macOS Ventura for the latest security patches and code updates.
Although Apple recently transitioned to ARM-based Apple Silicon, it continued selling Intel-based Mac hardware until June 2023. Sales figures from 2017 show that MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro laptops were the primary drivers of Apple’s Mac sales that year.
Many MacBook users expect their devices to last between 5 to 8 years on average, with desktop Macs lasting a bit longer. However, the recent issues introduced in macOS Ventura 13.6.6 have the potential to impact millions of active Mac users.
As Apple rolls out beta versions for iOS 17.5, watchOS 10.5, and macOS Sonoma 14.5, users hope that upcoming releases will address the current bugs and issues. With potential fixes not expected until May, affected users must weigh the benefits of updating to macOS Ventura 13.6.6 against the known issues it brings.
For those grappling with the decision to update, it’s essential to consider the trade-offs between security patches and usability. As the tech giant continues to address bugs in its macOS updates, Mac users are left to navigate the balance between system security and usability.