Kasper JadeThe pre-release software, labeled Mac OS X 10.6.3 build 10D561, arrives exactly two weeks after the Mac maker equipped developers with build 10D552, which similarly listed no known issues.
People familiar with the latest beta claim no changes have been made to the software's enhancements checklist, which includes an update to QuickTime X that improves security and compatibility while simultaneously enhancing overall reliability.
Other changes present since earlier betas include tweaks that enhance the performance of Apple's 64-bit Logic pro audio suite and improved compatibility with third-party printers and OpenGL-grounded applications.
Those familiar with Wednesday's beta say Apple is now asking developers to focus their evaluation efforts on Bluetooth, iChat, and USB, in addition to two previously listed focus areas: graphics drivers and QuickTime.
An earlier emphasis on AirPort testing has reportedly been omitted from build 10D561.
Mac OS X 10.6.3 currently weighs in at just over 716MB in Delta form, down slightly from the 737MB package distributed with the previous seeding.
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geez, I was hoping for a final release today.
[CENTER]This is all good and well, but...
Given that OSX began shipping in 2002, it's really about time for a bit of 'innovation' in the form of something completely new.[/CENTER]
[CENTER]This is all good and well, but...
Given that OSX began shipping in 2002, it's really about time for a bit of 'innovation' in the form of something completely new.[/CENTER]
Change for the sake of change makes zero sense.
Change that has reasoning behind it should be considered carefully, especially when your publicly-traded company's responsibility is to increase shareholder value.
Please propose a change that would help increase shareholder value for me. I bought AAPL at $44/share; it closed over $200 today. Thanks.
Oh, and using the ~18-year-old CENTER HTML tag doesn't really improve the quality of your comments. Just thought you might like to know.
It looks like it's ready to go live. I wonder if they are waiting for the pro Mac updates to land. Are their any odd tags for future HW in the 10.6.3 Betas?
geez, I was hoping for a final release today.
Aren't those usually dropped on Fridays now?
[CENTER]This is all good and well, but...
Given that OSX began shipping in 2002, it's really about time for a bit of 'innovation' in the form of something completely new.[/CENTER]
OSX will be with us for like 12 more years according to Steve. At this point I don't see any need to change OSX, just keep updating for new hardware and fine tuning. I love what snow leopard did in terms of fine tuning the OS (like letting you drill down folders.
I would like to see a new version of flash however that does not make the fans spin and eating up 120% of my processor while using street view in google maps.