Apple Provides Security Patch to Fix Shellshock Issue

Late Monday (September 29, 2013), Apple released a security update to address the vulnerability in the Bash shell used in Terminal. The weakness in the Bash shell could have allowed code execution of just about any type, which in turn could have allowed someone to implement anything from a keyboard logger to gain access to passwords and account information, to adding your Mac to a botnet for nefarious use… Read more.

OS X Yosemite Golden Master Candidate Released to Developers

With the release of the first GM candidate for OS X Yosemite, Apple moves one step closer to a public release of the new operating system. The timing for the GM release is right on schedule for a rumored October announcement that should include new iPads and Macs, as well as OS X Yosemite… Read more.

Could We See New 27-inch iMacs in October?

Rumors suggest that Apple will use an October event to announce new 27-inch iMacs with Retina Displays, available in at least some configurations. A Retina 27-inch iMac would likely have a resolution of 5120x2880, and require new dedicated graphics using the latest DisplayPort 1.3 with Multi-Stream capabilities to drive such a large display… Read more.

Apple Media Event on October 16^th?

Re/code says that October 16 will be the date for an anticipated media event to introduce new iPads, Retina iMacs, and OS X Yosemite. Re/code cites an unnamed source for the rumor, which puts the event on a Thursday, a slightly unusual day of the week for Apple media events.

Apple tends to prefer Tuesdays for announcements because it allows for the most press coverage during the rest of the week. A Thursday event would have a short press cycle, with only the following day for news; many technology sites don't provide extensive weekend coverage… Read more.

Leonardo DiCaprio Backs Out of New Film About Steve Jobs

According to an article in The Hollywood Reporter, Leonardo DiCaprio, who was in negotiations to play Steve Jobs in a movie based on Walter Isaacson's book about Mr. Jobs, has instead bowed out. The unnamed Sony film project seems to have a number of problems, including finding a director, star, and probably a good catering service for the actual shoots… Read more.

Say Hello to an About Expert

And finally, in our end-of-week roundup, Brent Butterworth, About's Stereo Expert, asks the question: Do Old Speakers Sound Better? His article looks at various older speaker systems but concentrates on Altec Lansing A5 and A7 systems.

These old horn-based speakers went by the name Voice of the Theater, and were most often found in movie houses and performing arts centers. They were incredibly efficient and could blow the doors off a theater with just a few watts of power… Read more.