Don't waste your time, If you have it, don't break it.Simply uninstall Big Sur, and go back to Catalina. Then just go back to Big Sur. Easy!
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Apple Releases Revised Version of macOS 11.0.1 Big Sur
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For those asking about feedback from a fusion drive:
I have a fusion drive and Big Sur bricked my system, bringing me numerous errors, failing to boot into a desktop, and got into a boot loop after the installation. I had to recover from a Time Machine backup and reinstall Catalina through a whole rigamarole and lengthy reinstall process. Back on Catalina and no issues so far with my files in tact. This was on the initial release when it first came out.
I'm hesitant to upgrading even with this minor revision. I, like many others, will wait until a more stable release comes out just so I don't have to worry about anything happening to my data.
I have a fusion drive and Big Sur bricked my system, bringing me numerous errors, failing to boot into a desktop, and got into a boot loop after the installation. I had to recover from a Time Machine backup and reinstall Catalina through a whole rigamarole and lengthy reinstall process. Back on Catalina and no issues so far with my files in tact. This was on the initial release when it first came out.
I'm hesitant to upgrading even with this minor revision. I, like many others, will wait until a more stable release comes out just so I don't have to worry about anything happening to my data.
That's is want I am doing. The article explains that users that don't have Big Sur, and it appears in your software mechanism, that's who it is for. It may be addressing the MacBook issue.
2017. I haven't had any issues with major system updates before the Big Sur installation, something went wrong in the process. It was the only time I've had a Mac system update fail. Usually I update day one, but that time it failed.
I think what perplexes me that we all have Macs that comes out the same factories, how upgraded for some is smooth and others are having nightmares. Hardware issues obviously don't help. It makes Apple have a bad name. I just wished they would spend two years on a OS instead of annually to make better software.
Apple store in Dubai charged me AED 475/- for replacing i/o board that their OS upgrade permanently damaged. I spoke to their technical supervisor who refused to do the repair as a courtesy stating they dont have any instructions to do such repairs for free...see below....Seems more like a "i/o board gate" to me...
Apple today released a revised version of macOS 11.0.1 Big Sur, which appears to be available for some Mac users who had not previously installed the macOS 11.0.1 update.
It's not clear why Apple has released a new version of macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, but 11.0.1 is the launch version of Big Sur on all Macs except for M1 Macs. Those who have already updated to macOS Big Sur will not see this update, but those who are coming from Catalina or an earlier version of macOS will get the new release.
Today's update comes a little over a week after Apple first released macOS 11.0.1 Big Sur. The new version has a build number of 20B50, while the prior version had a build number of 20B29.
The new software can be downloaded by opening up System Preferences and choosing the Software Update option.
macOS Big Sur is a major update that brings a redesigned look to the Mac with Control Center, new widget options. Safari is faster and more battery efficient and there are new privacy protections and a translate option, plus it supports 4K YouTube playback.
Apple has also added updates and new options for Messages, Photos, and Maps, with a list of the major changes available in our features guide and a complete rundown of all the changes available in our roundup.
Article Link: Apple Releases Revised Version of macOS 11.0.1 Big Sur
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Hello,
So, I have a 2019 16" MBP w/ 8TB storage/64GB memory + Touch Bar and I have a few questions... Please consider the following:
1. I don't know what type of HD I have because I don't know how to access this info on my device. In other words, how do I go about this?
2. Which option would be the best way to install this revised version of Big Sur - Mac App Store or Software Update?
3. Here is my dilemma/question: How do I approach this w/o messing our devices up? My options are as follows:
I'd like to start 2021 on a fresh clean slate if possible (as I'm sure everyone else on here would as well - lol.) Any advice on this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Sincerely,
Kayla Burkett
So, I have a 2019 16" MBP w/ 8TB storage/64GB memory + Touch Bar and I have a few questions... Please consider the following:
1. I don't know what type of HD I have because I don't know how to access this info on my device. In other words, how do I go about this?
2. Which option would be the best way to install this revised version of Big Sur - Mac App Store or Software Update?
- I did not update last week due to the growing number of concerns w/ the previous version.
- I did read the article, but I want/have to make sure this is a solid/stable upgrade. Here's why:
- I am physically disabled and not quite as tech savvy as many individuals in this group.
- Here is another complex yet unique situation: Please bear with me!
- My previous device (2015 15" MBP Retina Display w/ 1TB storage/32GB memory) currently belongs to my father.
- I also have another device (2020 13" MBP Retina Display w/ 1TB storage/32GB memory) that currently belongs to my mother.
- All of these devices have Intel graphics chips.
- I also don't know how to tell which build is which for each upgrade process.
- The article is not very clear as far as instruction goes.
3. Here is my dilemma/question: How do I approach this w/o messing our devices up? My options are as follows:
- Update each device one at a time (oldest-most current).
- Update all devices at the same time.
- Wait for a more stable upgrade (I'm willing to wait for at least until 11.1 comes out in December potentially if this is what I should strive for, but no longer after this).
Sincerely,
Kayla Burkett
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Exactly. There is absolutely no reason to rush a mac OS release. Except they only think of the mac as an accessory to the iPhone nowadays.
Big Sur is another disgraceful mac OS release, on the back of Catalina. They have made serious erroneous design decisions about mac OS, and it will be very hard to *ever* produce another stable release.
I can confirm that by reinstalling big sur os will get you to the new update 20b50
There is a tool called gibMacOS, that can download the system installer images that Apple provides. But, since Apple didn’t give it to you via updates, you probably don’t need it.
Will that work for non US residents? I understand in general, US customers get better custom support experience specially in Apple stores. I’m in Europe, currently waiting for tech repair final report. They’ve escalated it to Apple, as they found no hardware issues, but late 2018 MBP won’t install macOS beyond original High Sierra, and it doesn’t sound very promising. There are a lot of people reporting in Apple custom support forum being asked for 500 EUR/USD for repairs on the 2013/14 machines affected by this.
I've called them and it helped. Though, what I did was I've called USA during their work hours and when lines were open also in my country of residence (Europe). So, I've told to those in USA that I need to speek to senior - I spoke to senior and then I've complained and what I've managed to do is to make those USA guys transfer me to "my hotline" - but now "my guys" were called from USA and they were told to take care of me. Also, I've emailed Tim Cook (3 times in 2 days).