macOS Monterey 12.3 is out: this is what’s new
Apple just released macOS Monterey 12.3. We list what’s new and how to install the update.
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macOS Monterey 12.3 release
It’s been a while, but now we can finally say for sure: macOS Monterey 12.3 is out. In this article, we’ll tell you what’s new, why you should download the update, and how to install it. You can install the update on any Mac that already supported the 12.0 version of MacOS Monterey. These are:
macOS Monterey 12.3: These Three Features Are New
First, it is always useful to always download new software for your Apple devices. On the surface, it may not seem like much news, but it’s likely important security updates will be rolled out. With macOS Monterey 12.3 there are noticeable changes.
The most interesting addition is ‘universal control’ (Universal Control). This feature has also appeared for your iPad. You can control your Mac and iPad with the same mouse and keyboard. This not only makes operating both devices easier; it also allows you to drag and drop files from one device to another using the drag & drop feature.
A whole bunch of emojis have also appeared on all Apple devices. Nice examples are the pregnant man, a disco ball or the sensual lips. In addition, with macOS Monterey 12.3 you can now annotate your passwords in iCloud Keychain. You can use this as a reminder for which password you used for which website. Other password managers have had this option before.
How to install the new macOS
Downloading and installing macOS Monterey 12.3 is quite simple. Especially if you follow the step-by-step plan below. Note: Because the update has just been released, it may take a while for the update to appear. In the meantime, you can already make a backup of your Mac. Then try again. is it there? Then follow the step-by-step plan:
- Open the System Preferences panel;
- Click on the ‘Software Update’ button;
- Wait for macOS Monterey 12.3 to arrive and click ‘Update’;
- Wait for the download to complete and follow the steps.
Do not freak out! Your Mac will reboot (several times) during the update. That is why it is smart to save your files and open documents in advance and to have enough storage space available. It is also useful to keep your MacBook in a charger, so that it does not fail in the middle of the update.
