Alongside the release of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, Apple also released macOS Big Sur 11.3 to the public. The latest update brings plenty of new features and changes to the table, including support for PS5 and Xbox Series S/X controllers, an improved Reminders app, and more.
For M1 Mac owners, macOS Big Sur 11.3 update should also fix the Bluetooth and external monitor connectivity issues. You can install the latest version of macOS Big Sur 11.3 on your Mac by going to System Preferences -> Software Update. If the update does not show up immediately on your Mac, you can try again after a few minutes.
The full change-log of the macOS Big Sur 11.3 update from Apple is as follows:
macOS Big Sur 11.3 adds support for AirTag, includes iPhone and iPad app improvements for Macs with M1, introduces separate skin tone variations for emoji with couples, and adds more diverse voice options for Siri.
AirTag and Find My
– Support for AirTag to keep track of and find your important items like your keys, wallet, backpack and more, privately and securely in the Find My app
– The Find My network with hundreds of millions of devices can help you find your AirTag, even when it isn’t nearby
– Lost Mode notifies you when your AirTag is found, and you can enter a phone number where you can be contactediPhone and iPad apps on Macs with M1
– Option to change an iPhone and iPad app’s window size
– Support for displaying the highest resolution version of an iPhone or iPad app in full screen
– Keyboard support for iPhone and iPad games designed to use device tilt
– Keyboard, mouse and trackpad support for iPhone and iPad games that support game controllersEmoji
– Support for separate skin tones for each individual in all variations of the couple kissing emoji and couple with heart emoji
– New face emojis, heart emojis, woman with a beard emojiSiri
– Siri now includes more diverse voice optionsApple Music
– Autoplay keeps music playing by automatically playing a similar song, once you’ve reached the end of a song or playlist
– City charts showcase what’s popular in over 100 cities from all over the worldPodcasts
– Podcasts Show Pages are redesigned to make it easier to start listening
– Option to save and download episodes, automatically adding them to your Library for quick access
– Download behavior and notification settings can be customized on a show-by-show basis
– Top Charts and popular categories in Search help you discover new showsNews
– Redesigned News+ feed enables Apple News+ subscribers to quickly find, download, and manage magazine and newspaper issues
– All-new Search experience that helps you find relevant topics, channels, and storiesSafari
– Start Page section order can now be customized
– Additional WebExtensions API lets developers offer extensions that replace the new tab page
– Web Speech API lets developers incorporate speech recognition into their web pages for real-time captioning, dictation, and voice navigation
– WebM and Vorbis video and audio format supportReminders
– Ability to sort Today Smart list
– Support for syncing the order of reminders in lists across your devices
– Option to print your reminder listsGaming
– Xbox Series X S Wireless Controller or Sony PS5 DualSenseTM Wireless Controller supportMac computers with the M1 chip
– Hibernation supportAbout This Mac
– About this Mac displays Apple warranty status and AppleCare+ coverage in the Service tab when signed in with Apple ID
– Support for purchasing and enrolling in AppleCare+ for eligible Mac computers from About This MacThis release also fixes the following issues:
– Reminders created via Siri may be unintentionally set for early morning hours
– iCloud Keychain might not turn off
– AirPods audio routing to incorrect device for Automatic Switching
– AirPods Automatic Switching notifications might be missing or duplicated
– External 4K monitors may not display in full resolution when connected over USB-C
– Login window may not display properly after restarting Mac mini (M1, 2020)
– The Dwell feature may not work in the Accessibility Keyboard
If you own an M1 Mac, you should definitely install the macOS Big Sur 11.3 update as soon as possible to see if it fixes all your issues or not.
