stability issues

April 8, 2008– This day in Apple updates

Apple issued another cluster of updates today. This time the theme is “Firmware Updates.” With the exception of the Keyboard update, Apple hasn’t gone into much detail yet on what stability issues are being addressed in the various Mac model Firmware updates.

Here’s your list:
Aluminum Keyboard Firmware Update 1.0

This firmware update addresses an issue with the aluminum Apple Keyboard and the aluminum Apple Wireless Keyboard where a key may repeat unexpectedly while typing. The update also addresses other issues. Mac OS X 10.5.2 is required before installing this update.

iMac EFI Firmware Update 1.3

This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of iMac computers.

MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.5

This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook Pro computers.

MacBook EFI Firmware Update 1.2

This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook computers.

MacBook Air EFI Firmware Update 1.0

This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook Air computers.

Firmware Restoration CD 1.6

The Firmware Restoration CD can restore the firmware of an Intel-based Macintosh computer.

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Apple posts Keynote 4.0.3 Update

skitched 20080403 203818 Apple posts Keynote 4.0.3 UpdateThe description for the Keynote 4.0.3 Update posted today is simple:

This update addresses performance and stability issues when working with large documents.

Even if you don’t work with large Keynote documents, you may as well download the update.

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New Version of 1Passwd Password Manager and Form Filler Released

Agile Web Solutions Inc. today announced an update to its popular password manager for Mac OS X, 1Passwd. Version 1.4 added several important new features and addressed some stability issues.
1Passwd is a Password Manager for Mac that leverages the built-in Mac OS X Keychain for maximum security. Web Browser extensions allow users to access their passwords from directly from within their favorite browsers for maximum convenience. 1Passwd also offers automatic form filler capabilities and and protects users’ data from keyloggers and phishing attacks.

Of significant note, 1Passwd 1.4 added a new sophisticated automatic form filler (aka AutoFill) logic which allows 1Passwd to automatically fill the vast majority of web forms with a single click.

A free limited version of 1Passwd is available at all major Macintosh download sites or directly from the 1Passwd download page. Full version of 1Passwd can be purchased for $29.95 USD at http://1passwd.com.
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