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If you've upgraded to macOS Mojave or later, follow these steps to keep it up to date:

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Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu , then click Software Update to check for updates.
If any updates are available, click the Update Now button to install them. Or click ”More info” to see details about each update and select specific updates to install.
When Software Update says that your Mac is up to date, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are also up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, Books, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime.

To find updates for iMovie, Garageband, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and other apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, open the App Store on your Mac, then click the Updates tab.

To automatically install macOS updates in the future, including apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, select ”Automatically keep my Mac up to date.” Your Mac will notify you when updates require it to restart, so you can always choose to install those later.

How to get updates for earlier macOS versions

If you're using an earlier macOS, such as macOS High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or earlier,* follow these steps to keep it up to date:

Open the App Store app on your Mac.
Click Updates in the App Store toolbar.
Use the Update buttons to download and install any updates listed.
When the App Store shows no more updates, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, iBooks, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime. Later versions may be available by upgrading your macOS.

To automatically download updates in the future, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, click App Store, then select ”Download newly available updates in the background.” Your Mac will notify you when updates are ready to install.

* If you're using OS X Lion or Snow Leopard, get OS X updates by choosing Apple menu  > Software Update.

How to get updates for iOS

Learn how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS.

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Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
Find out which macOS your Mac is using.
You can redownload apps that you previously downloaded from the App Store.
Your Mac doesn't automatically download large updates when it's using a Personal Hotspot.

Great apps provide intuitive new ways for people to learn, create, and accomplish. The App of the Year winners set the bar for them all. We celebrate this year’s selects — and the developers behind them — for their innovation and exceptional design.

Spectre Camera
Lux Optics LLC
- - iPhone App of the Year
Flow by Moleskine
Moleskine Srl
- - iPad App of the Year
Affinity Publisher
Serif Labs
- - Mac App of the Year
The Explorers
The Explorers Network
- - Apple TV App of the Year

Of the many, many games we played this year, these took our breath away. With inspirational storytelling, delightful design, and innovative use of the latest Apple technologies, they did more than challenge players — they delivered exceptional, compelling experiences.

Sky: Children of the Light
thatgamecompany
- - iPhone Game of the Year
光·遇
Hangzhou NetEase Leihuo Technology Co., Ltd.
- - iPhone Game of the Year
Hyper Light Drifter
Abylight S.L.
- - iPad Game of the Year
GRIS
Devolver
- - Mac Game of the Year
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
DotEmu
- - Apple TV Game of the Year

In a collection of groundbreaking games, this one stood out to become the first Apple Arcade Game of the Year. The incredible visuals, marvelous music, and brilliant gameplay make it a must-play experience.

Sayonara Wild Hearts
Annapurna Interactive

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Alien: Blackout
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Assassin's Creed Rebellion
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Tencent Games
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Dota Underlords
Valve
Dr. Mario World
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辐射：避难所Online
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最终幻想：勇气启示录
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Gears POP!
Microsoft Corporation
Hot Wheels Infinite Loop
Mattel, Inc.
Langrisser
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ZlongGames
랑그릿사
ZlongGames
Lineage 2: Revolution
Netmarble Corporation
리니지2M
NCSOFT
ドラゴンクエストウォーク
SQUARE ENIX
Mario Kart Tour
Nintendo Co., Ltd.
Minecraft Earth
Mojang
Pokémon Masters
DeNA Co., Ltd.
The Elder Scrolls: Blades
Bethesda
The King of Fighters ALLSTAR
Netmarble Corporation
三国志·战略版
Aligames Inc.
Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest
Tilting Point
轩辕剑龙舞云山
Hangzhou NetEase Leihuo Technology Co., Ltd.
龍舞雲山
SOFTSTAR Games INC.