We receive a warning if your MacBook or other Mac computer is still running macOS Ventura. The latest macOS Ventura 13.6.6 update brings many big bugs and affects the way people use their favorite Apple products, so you may want to wait before downloading the update.
Originally released on March 25, this problematic update arrived alongside macOS Sonoma 14.4.1, which fixed issues with Java, USB hubs, and more. Unfortunately, macOS Ventura 13.6.6 introduces its own new issues. Spotted by the folks at GottaBeMobile, Mac users have taken to Apple’s support forums to complain about daily issues with this version that are breaking their Macs.
This includes issues with not being able to send emails, cutting out Wi-Fi on some 2017 MacBook Pro models, and not being able to connect to Microsoft Teams. Some other issues with macOS Ventura 13.6.6 that pop up include Touch ID not working on some Macs and the Messages app not loading properly.
On an iMac, some users report that their external DVD drive is not recognized after updating to this version. Additional issues include not being able to drag apps to a second screen or not being able to backup with Time Machine.
Users on Apple’s community forums are reporting that turning Wi-Fi or Bluetooth on or off could resolve some of these issues, but take this with a grain of salt. It’s as if if you experience these issues, you’ll have to wait a few weeks for Apple to release another update, perhaps later in May. However, it is essential to submit comments. You may want to talk about your own experience on the forums to get Apple’s attention. The more reporting of problems, the more likely a solution will be rushed.
Unlike Windows, there’s no easy way to uninstall or revert to a previous security update on macOS. That’s why it’s always a good idea to keep a full backup of your Mac with Time Machine, so that if an update goes wrong, you can restore it.
It’s worth noting that while Ventura isn’t the latest version of macOS, it is the latest to support a number of Macs, such as the 12-inch MacBook and the 2016 iMac.
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