MacOS Big Sur 11.2 update released with Bluetooth, External Display Corrections

Apple has released macOS Big Sur 11.2 for all compatible Mac computers. The new update comes a month and a half after the release of the macOS Big Sur 11.1 which arrived in December 2020 supporting AirPods Max headphones. The macOS Big Sur 11.2 update addresses a list of issues, including Bluetooth reliability and an issue causing external displays to show a black screen on some Apple-powered small Mac computers. Apple has also installed iCloud Drive access and the Photos app.

What’s New in macOS Big Sur 11.2

As per the official changelog, macOS Big Sur 11.2 improves Bluetooth reliability and resolves the issue causing external displays to show a black screen when connected to an M1-based Mac mini use HDMI-to-DVI converter. The update will also address the potential problem that Apple ProRAW photo edits in the Photos app may not be saved yet. Further, the latest macOS update fixes an issue that caused iCloud Drive to stop after disabling the iCloud Drive Desktop and Documents Folders option.

The macOS Big Sur 11.2 also fixes System Preferences which may not resolve when you enter an administration password in some cases. Additionally, Apple has set the Globe key which may not show the Emoji and Symbols pane when pressed.

As announced by MacRumors, one of the beta releases of macOS Big Sur 11.2 removed the system’s ability to force Apple apps to bypass firewalls and virtual private networks (VPNs). It was introduced to the public by security researcher Patrick Wardle and has been criticized by several Mac users.

The macOS Big Sur 11.2 update also includes security patches for some known vulnerabilities. Details about these patches can be found through Apple’s support site.

How to download macOS Big Sur 11.2

Apple has released macOS Big Sur 11.2 for MacBook, iMac, Mac mini, and all other Mac computers that are compatible with the original Big Sur update that ended last year. Typically, macOS updates automatically reach optional modules. You can, however, check for the latest update manually by going to System Preferences > Software Update after entering your Apple tablet from the top left corner of your computer screen. You can also get the update by visiting the About this Mac select from Apple menu and then click on it Software Update button to download the new update.

It is recommended to back up your data and free up some space before starting the update process on your Mac.

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