macOS Sonoma Released - What's New? (100+ New Features)

[@BrandonButch]

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[@aaryandabra01]

MacBook Pro 13” M1

[@ryoshikotta]

m1 macbook air babyyy

[@tmangamer97]

iMac 24” 2021.

[@RaghavVijay]

M1-MacBook Air!!

[@Simsalabimse]

Don’t have one unfortunately🥲

[@charlie.ashford]

Appreciate the fact that you made the mouse cursor a lot larger for the video so we can see it easier! Those small things all add up

[@BrandonButch]

Definitely! That was the one thing I couldn't stand when watching other videos on macOS, so I solved my own problem as well :)

[@nikzane]

I know it's only a small thing, but it is really appreciated, especially by the vision-impaired! Brandon's videos are always genuinely great!

[@ZachMeissner]

@@BrandonButch 100%! What screen recording software do you use?

[@ernestgalvan9037]

@@BrandonButch…HOW did you make a bigger mouse pointer?

[@codie4601]

@@ernestgalvan9037it’s edited in

[@MasterCamus]

I think Apple is finally back adding those little things that make using iOS, Apple os, etc pleasant.

[@techwithtyler20]

Now if they could please add those slick popup menu, checkbox, and radio button animations that were introduced in Yosemite and removed in Mojave...

[@DumPixels]

Exactly. Also, I just know the Android diehards are going to bombard this comment so be ready lmao.

[@slob5041]

Yeah it’s what made them standout. It’s not about the features but more so how good you can get the core to be.

[@jaimlawson]

They're bringing sexy back. Jk.

[@jeffyowell]

They've added widgets by my count three times in the last 20 years. Are they going to keep them this time, or discontinue them in a year just like before?

[@jjtrejo4125]

i didn’t even realize it was on my mac and you already had the video out lol 😂

[@BrandonButch]

that's what I'm here to do 😉

[@Devsins]

same😂😂😂i stumbled across this vid using my mac not knowing i can download it lmao

[@jjtrejo4125]

@@Devsins literally same!!

[@NOTLeavingLV]

How did you not know you installed a 7+ gigabyte update that force restarts the computer for 15+ minutes though.

[@parthbhatt1989]

😂😂

[@tamilanimatedstories5610]

I hadn’t realised how much better MacOS has gotten in the last few years.

[@borililicsernatony8659]

As someone who just switched from windows to Mac, you saved me! Using apple devices wouldn't be the same without you, I wouldn't know half the things I use! Thank you so so much for your work!

[@toripettey5321]

I just updated my macbook and I've NEVER been more confused. I've been so out of the loop on updates and changes and features.... this video was excruciatingly needed to get me up to date. Thank you!!!

[@the_hypnotoucan]

The Mac community loves Brandon!! As someone who doesn't have the time to explore all these new features, it's nice getting a rundown of everything at once. Thanks Brando!

[@BrandonButch]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoy them

[@mikefamm5712]

Let’s go Brandon!

[@RaghavVijay]

Awesome video Brandon-Installing right now on my M1 Mac!!-I can’t wait to try out all of these insane features-Thanks for your super in-depth and informative content-keep it up!

[@BrandonButch]

thanks!! Enjoy the update, it's an awesome one!

[@balanedward9939]

I have M1 MBA base variant, please let me know how's your experience in MacOS sonoma

[@RaghavVijay]

@@balanedward9939 It’s running smooth so far.Will have to use it more to find out.

[@SDTEKKEN]

My last MacBook was the Retina Pro 13 inch from 2014. I just picked up the 16 inch M3 Pro and using this vid to help me learn all the new tricks. Thank you!

[@thiagofraga1280]

Certainly the most complete upgrade since Big Sur. I'm so excited to finally try it.

[@techwithtyler20]

If we get another big release in 2026, I think it's safe to say we get a major new release at least every 3 years. Windows is going back to major new releases every 3 years as well.

[@thiagofraga1280]

@@techwithtyler20 Apple is doing fine last years: precise refinements in a system that has become more beautiful and performatic. On the contrary, Microsoft can't improve Windows, because it's a very general system that can hardly work in favor of performance, but rather in favor of portability and market dominance

[@thiagofraga1280]

It's just my opinion, of course Apple products should be more affordable. But I see that the company has been designing and placing its operating system in products with the appropriate hardware for a long time, and that is a great point.

[@thatsme47]

Brandon, what would I do without you. Thank you for all your research. Thank you for your knowledge and thank you for making everything so plain and simple for us. I truly appreciate all your hard work and dedication.

[@BrandonButch]

Hey I appreciate it, thanks for always tuning in!

[@SunnySingh-xj9od]

We are in love Brandon thank you

[@jedgould5531]

3:00 33 years and I never used a Mac widget. So many features designed to waste my time learning. 6:57 Now I can clear them! 11:06 (horizontally) Why suddenly is ‘full screen’ a thing? Especially annoying with iOS: you try to draw and it moves the screen. 35:12 Messages search filter 12 years overdue.

[@11DIMENSIONS]

Thanks for this insightful breakdown! It's fascinating to see how technology evolves on Earth. 🌍

[@Elmeshwady92]

This guy is so on a pro level for the details and everything. Whenever an update for my phone, my iPad and my laptop , I always go straight to his videos to watch and know everything.

[@jim3431]

I love this update. But the only downside for me is that system settings window still can not adjust horizontally.

[@KayodeBentley]

Brandon this was a great tutorial on Sonoma. I learned a lot, thank you!

[@MandarinLeisure]

After searching KZbin for Sonoma tutorials I found you and am really glad I did! Thank you Brandon, this is by far the best tutorial I've seen.

[@Genshi]

This is the second video of yours I've seen where you talk about the "Purple Icon" in the menu bar for video... I just updated to Sonoma but I don't have that icon, and can't seem to find it anywhere in Settings. Any help as to how to get that up on the menu bar? Or has it been recently removed in the latest Sonoma Update (14.4.1)

[@adegokeanu]

Your videos always makes me fall in love with apple products. Just wish it’s easier to buy without spending your life budget here in Nigeria.

[@King_Meech23]

Definitely rewatching when i get home Brandon! Thanks!

[@BrandonButch]

Sweet! Appreciate the support

[@ahmedhassan1088]

The best video ever seen! really comprehensive. Thanks!

[@ShadesOfB1ues]

i always watch your vids when it comes out!! i really love watching these type of videos (and all the other vids, too)!! Great video, Brandon!! ❤❤❤

[@davidkaplan5517]

I truly don't know how these videos get made with the level of depth and speed they get released.

[@traisjames2]

I am on Ventura due to needing to keep some apps working, but appearance-wise Catalina was the last OS X version I liked. I usually turn off transparency stuff and keep my desktop as a solid color. I never use stage manager or widgets. Ventura also made it much harder to set up my menu bar like I want with Bartender and iStats Menu.

[@byejesper]

I got my first macbook right as Sonoma came out and thought y’all was living this well all these years lmao good to know i bought just in time for the new update

[@TheChills00]

Leave it to the government to put “This page intentionally left blank” in a PDF instead of just removing the blank page

[@TechGently]

This is the best What's New Video I've seen, very well done!

[@BrandonButch]

Thanks! 🙏

[@crangel2183]

Brandon, the video was fantastic. You need to work on your hand hearts tho

[@peppermintpaperclips]

This is what I love about your videos - you dive deeper than anyone else! Thanks Brandon 😊

[@slob5041]

It’s my favorite is OS X launch in a long time because it focuses less on standouts and more on subtle changes. Like the new lock screen iPad clock or the way that the apple matches the real apple on your hardware when you boot the system

[@abhishekshrestha1585]

How is the battery life for you? And for Mac book air M1

[@burakkkk4]

Loved the features and loved the way you actually did a detailed research before that. It was really helpful! looking forward for new tips ( btw a little background would be nice, especially in 37 min videos :P not a complaint :)

[@ernestgalvan9037]

NO! No background noise!

[@b.swyr609]

As always, thank you for a well done and very informative presentation. You are my go to for all things Apple. I’m loving Sonoma on my M1 MacBook Air.

[@ABEERAHMED-p1s]

This update may not seem significantly different from Ventura, but it does appear to consume a more substantial amount of RAM. Individuals with 8 gigabytes of memory might encounter some performance challenges

[@joezupko]

My laptop uses loads of ram. I read somewhere that’s normal though, not sure haha Apparently it tries to use as much as it can

[@kruxigt]

Of course it has to use a lot of RAM. It now has screen saver!!!

[@joezupko]

with just a couple apps open I'm running at around 17gb of RAM out of 32gb. Not sure what's even in there haha@@kruxigt

[@AdaobiEbirim]

Thanks for warning. I’m not upgrading

[@joezupko]

it's nothing mind blowing, you aren't missing out haha I gotta say though the best recent update was when they improved the text to speech @@AdaobiEbirim

[@coldpinga9305]

glad to see your airpods charge one at time and it isnt just me lmaoo

[@ryoshikotta]

love these videos. apple is the 🐐

[@BrandonButch]

Easily the 🐐 when it comes to software updates

[@jjtrejo4125]

lol literally

[@bdbast04]

The Safari updates are clutch for me. Profiles and Web App to Dock! *chefs kiss*

[@KatMak01]

Thanks Brandon for your videos. I am new to IOS & Mac OS & your videos made me seem like I been using Apple for years. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@jeffhale1189]

Thanks for sharing. I look forward to learning macOS Sonoma. I installed on M1 iMac 24”. Blessings on your day!

[@Alfred_the_doodler]

Appreciate the full break down man!

[@suhashareesh9518]

Thanks for always creating videos that are actually worth the duration!🎉

[@marcostchamo3894]

I am dying from that heat scene, Dont have a mac but still loving the video

[@ahmedmeftah731]

creating such a good video before I even realise the update is out is just impressing 👏👏

[@golamrobbanimaruf2660]

will my macbook air m1 get slow after the sonoma update ? should I update ?

[@techwithtyler20]

No. Not sure what all the "my device will slow down after updates" complaints are about. It doesn't always happen.

[@Lr-tv3mh]

immediately noticed how better it is when my Airpods actually change from my Mac to Iphone, so far so good tbh

[@jeylful]

Great summary, Brandon. Cheers mate.

[@boyo2012]

Absolutely adore and love Carrot...awesome subtle shoutout to the true master we all serve.

[@RamonBalthazar]

Does disabling pointer acceleration work with the MX master?? If so this might be the best feature of this release!!!

[@dorisgagner5227]

Video was very helpful! Where do I find the option to save it as a PDF?

[@itisaporsche]

Brandon, this review was simply amazing. Thank you!! Sub'd

[@bellamy_mb]

thank u for ur quickness ❤

[@BrandonButch]

🙌

[@mariagonzalezc.1304]

Watching this as it’s installing 🥹 so hyped for all the changes!

[@Pla_nic]

how to set video for lockscreen and normal wallpaper for desktop ?

[@techwithtyler20]

You can select a wallpaper and screen saver separately by turning off "Show as Wallpaper" in the screen saver settings.

[@joshuachew22]

Is anyone else seeing crazy battery drain since updating? M1 Mackbook Air

[@MarkoLee]

Your menu bar kinda looks different than mine. I think it has more padding and it's a bit wider. How can I get that look?

[@techwithtyler20]

NotchBooks get the taller menu bar. It was leaked last year that it would be coming to everyone, so if the "it leaks, it comes 2 years later" pattern holds true, we'll see it in macOS 15 (Napa?).

[@CD_0931]

can you change the font style of the time on the screensaver on Mac like you can change it on iPhone?

[@techwithtyler20]

No

[@georgems831]

Thank you Brandon! Great work as usual!!

[@marn200]

can you set the key for predictive text to tab, i dont like it being space bar, but i like the feature

[@some-random-video]

Great video, man! Thank you so much!

[@VishnuPadmanabhan]

You my man, are an absolute beast when it comes to producing and releasing videos 🫡

[@Flipitos]

At 3:14 when you click the right button I see you have a Clean Up option. Why don’t I have it? I can’t organize my folders the way I want to after update…

[@gabriellecasarcia6318]

killed it, wonderful video!!

[@mitchellquartero]

Awesome thanks Brandon

[@belchy94]

Going to have update my Mac Mini M1 as I am still running Big Sur, but I am planning to do a fresh install but the new Mac OS looks good

[@jamesporteousnews]

Thank you. This is fantastic. I don't usually get excited about a new OS, but I will be revisiting this site many times over the next few days! It feels like... a Mac again, doesn't it?

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

30:41 I don't get this? I turned it on, and then I opened up some hrm... sensitive videos.. and I also went to certain person's X account.. and in both situations it does not hide the content it shows everything.

[@BhuRkY]

Thank you for information

[@tibork3845]

Very good review, thank you!

[@PeanutsandPopcorn]

Thanks for the information!

[@QuinTheFly]

Very thorough and understandable. Thanks! I wasn't sold on widgets to begin with, harsh flashbacks of Windows Vista... gadget bar? But I was a big fan of OS X's Dashboard. You've convinced me that perhaps I can set this up again. Also, I've always had a Hot Corner for Show Desktop. The new option to click the desktop has taken some getting used to but is a welcome feature for me, and frees up a Hot Corner!

[@LouiseMZeitlin]

Thank you, a lot to digest, and will be back.

[@shahbajshaikh1787]

What are the issues faced in sonoma compare to ventura? Should we wait to update it or is it safe to update immediately?

[@ToriDanielle]

Thank you so much for your video I was looking everywhere to why when I clicked my desktop main menu screensaver I was getting this grey shadded outline box lol

[@BrianKeelerNY]

Excellent! Many thanks.

[@libertytreasure]

Excellent Overview!

[@MunroMcLaren]

I love the PDF one!

[@andylika4390]

Love the videos! Always go to your for new updates! Keep up the great work!

[@keithlachtnain]

Thanks for this video Brandon, love all your vids ❤

[@BrandonButch]

🙌

[@melissarichardson538]

This video is very helpful. I will refer to it. Thanks.

[@officialflorint]

6:56 yeah but the items are still there and sometimes you need them. It’s much better to just always move them into a folder and that folder into another at times. I’m already at folder DT47 since 2017 but that works well.

[@arslanmehmood5100]

New sub alert ⚠️ 📢 thanks for the video keep em coming

[@wj2837]

Great video!

[@atharvabedarkar]

14:08 this is a heart

[@alrichmond4341]

Useful tips. You made me less stupider. Thanks.

[@F_K3NT_D]

I liked being able to sign a PDF that was emailed to me and when I hit the share button on the newly signed PDF it automatically gave me an option to send it back to the sender as an attachment. That’s slick shit!!

[@officialflorint]

2:53 not using widgets on the computer at all, barely on my phone but why would I use them on the computer

[@norwegiandudefromnorway1516]

Great work

[@georgee3401]

Excellent tutorial. Many thanks!

[@michaeljarcher]

Great list of new stuff, quite suprised it worked will on my old Mac Mini 2012 but recommend you get at least 16GB ram. Very helpful video.

[@gdc1989]

Works slower than Ventura on MacBook Pro M1 Pro and crashes when connecting a USB-C Lenovo dock (no such issues on Ventura), sooo staying with Ventura permanently it seems.

[@seankelly6336]

You can also move tab groups between profiles

[@xwc1322]

Guys how do you delete the downloaded wallpapers? I can't find how to. These new aireal wallpaper take up quite the space.

[@akonikane]

Safari is a game changer. I was using SHIFT and their updates forced you to use the paid version which I didn’t need. Now I can finally organize my workflow.

[@camq66]

the autoswitching for airpods is promising, I thought it was just me who had problems with it all the time. It connects when I don't want it to, and doesn't connect when I do 😄

[@tomalbers8]

The groceries feature of the reminders app is not available in all languages.

[@unlink1649]

Just use it in English. Most of life is multilingual anyway these days.

[@AndreVieiraguitarist]

Awesome video! thanks a lot! Going back to Mac os after a few years!

[@mspeter97]

that click to relveal the desktop is like using hot corners right?

[@hunterbsmith]

Been using the Greenland Evening wallpaper too! How long did it take Apple to record all of these??

[@BrandonButch]

Ha, I'm not sure. Probably a long time

[@custardsurr]

I've installed it since july on my m1 macbook air and it's been working pelasantly!