Apple releases macOS Big Sur 11.2.2 to prevent MacBooks from being damaged by non-compliant Docks

Apple today released macOS Big Sur 11.2.2, the fourth update of the ‌macOS Big Sur‌ operating system released in November. OSMacOS Big Sur‌ 11.2.2 comes two weeks after the release of macOS Big Sur 11.2.1, an update to the bug fix.

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The new ‌‌‌‌‌macOS Big Sur‌‌‌‌ 11.2.2‌ update can be downloaded for free on all compatible Macs using the System Preferences Software Update section.

According to Apple’s release notes, updating ‘MacOS Big Sur’ prevents the 2019 or later MacBook Pro models and 2020 or later MacBook Air models from being damaged if connected to certain non-compliant USB-C hubs and docks. not.

There have been several reports on Reddit of Mac users connecting USB-C hubs and docks to their machines, resulting in the machine being non-functional. Affected Macs appear to be empty and do not respond shortly after connecting the dock. Many of the users who have experienced problems use hubs and docks that have not been purchased from reputable companies.

Many of the complaints were from M1 Mac users who had a MacBook Pro or ‘MacBook Air’, but Apple’s release notes suggest that other models were also affected.

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