TG Pro 2.102 https://www.tunabellysoftware.com/resources/sparkle/tgpro.xml Update to 2.103 en Version 2.103 10.13.0 Version 2.103
Includes full support for M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max Macs, including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and MacBook Neo models introduced in version 2.101.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where Auto Boost rules could fail to activate correctly when switching between power sources (for example, AC adapter → battery → AC adapter).
  • [Improvement] Refined the startup experience for new installations to ensure prompts appear in the correct order, along with a larger initial window size and a centered settings window.

Version 2.102

  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where the app failed to launch on macOS 10.13 and 10.14.

Version 2.101

  • [New] Added initial support for the following Mac models:
    • MacBook Neo
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, M5 Pro)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, M5 Pro)
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, M5 Max)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, M5 Max)
    • MacBook Air (13-inch, M5)
    • MacBook Air (15-inch, M5)
  • [New] Added support for email notifications on systems that do not require authentication, such as local email relays without a username or password.
  • [Improvement] Increased the maximum Auto Boost gradual time from 60 to 120 seconds.
  • [Improvement] Added additional logging when a support package fails to upload.

Version 2.100

  • [Improvement] Improved handling of licensing server error responses during license deactivation.
  • [Improvement] Updated the licensing window to provide a consistent, modern appearance across macOS versions.
  • [Improvement] Added support for reduced transparency in the licensing window.
  • [Fixed] Fixed an issue where some normal shutdown reasons could be incorrectly reported as diagnostic errors on modern Macs.
  • [Fixed] Fixed an issue on Mac Studio M3 Ultra models with 60 GPU cores where cores from the 80-core configuration could incorrectly appear as “N/A”.
  • [Fixed] Fixed a crash on macOS 10.13.1.

Version 2.99

  • [New] Added initial support for the MacBook Pro M5. Apple’s new architecture changes how CPU and GPU temperature data is reported, and we’re continuing to fine-tune sensor mappings for optimal accuracy. Feedback on temperature readings is welcome and will help further improve support.
  • [Improvement] Improved temperature source selection for the CPU Efficiency Core #6 on the MacBook Air M4.

Version 2.98

  • [New] Added full support for macOS 26 Tahoe, including an updated app icon and refreshed user interface.
  • [New] Migrated to the new Tunabelly Software licensing system for improved long-term compatibility with future macOS releases. This provides a more intuitive interface, smarter logic, and in most cases automatically migrates existing license keys without requiring interaction.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced activation handling to recognize the same hardware, preventing unnecessary use of additional activation slots.
  • [Improvement] When an order has been refunded, the license dialog now clearly shows that the license key is no longer valid, along with the refund date.
  • [Improvement] The main window title now displays the full Mac model name.
  • [Improvement] Reduced Sentry.io connections (used for crash reporting) so that TG Pro will only connect if a crash occurred during the previous launch, maintaining the policy of zero analytics or tracking.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where duplicate SSD temperature sensors could appear on the 2025 Mac Studio M4 Max.
  • [Fixed] Corrected an issue where the last shutdown reason might not update properly on some Apple silicon models.
  • [Fixed] Fixed indentation of the separator menu item in the drop-down menu on recent macOS versions.
  • [Fixed] Addressed an issue on Mac mini M4 models where inactive GPU temperatures could display incorrectly as 1 °C.

Version 2.97

  • [Improvement] Updated fan control detection logic to support the unique requirements of M4 series Macs.
  • [Fixed] Addressed an issue that prevented fan control from working on Mac Studio models with M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips due to changes in hardware behavior.

Version 2.96

  • [New] Added support for the following new Mac models in all configurations:
    • MacBook Air (15-inch, M4, 2025)
    • MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 2025)
    • Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
    • Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)
  • [Improvement] Optimized the allocation of temperatures between CPU Performance clusters for M3 Max chips with a total of 14 cores.
  • [Improvement] Added an extra safeguard to catch internal exceptions that may occur in the Paddle licensing service when using the option to free up an activation from a previous installation.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where GPU temperatures exceeding 103°C on MacBook Pro M4 Max models could cause temperature readings to stop updating properly.
  • [Fixed] Resolved a crash when checking drive temperatures via SMART if the hardware reported a temperature of 0°C or lower.
  • [Fixed] Addressed a potential crash when dragging an Auto Boost rule to a new location in the list.

Version 2.95

  • [New] Added complete fan control for all M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max Macs, allowing TG Pro to manage fans even when the hardware has turned them off.
  • [New] TG Pro now automatically restores fan control and speeds after Siri or voice dictation has finished, ensuring consistent cooling performance.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced SMART temperature reading for NVMe and SATA drives to improve reliability and prevent potential crashes when handling unexpected data formats.
  • [Improvement] Removed the "Gx" (where x is a number) suffix from GPU Clusters on the M4 Mac mini for consistency with other models.
  • [Improvement] Refined the system override popover for a more polished appearance.
  • [Improvement] If an external USB drive enclosure returns a generic name, TG Pro will now attempt to use the media name for easier identification.
  • [Improvement] Transitioned from AppCenter to Sentry.io for crash reporting ahead of AppCenter’s shutdown.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where the log file might not include proper column names at startup, which could cause value misalignment in subsequent logs.
  • [Fixed] Disk SMART temperatures are now logged only if the temperature logging option is enabled.
  • [Fixed] Addressed an issue on the M4 Pro Mac mini where half of the CPU Performance cores could be missing, or GPU temperature readings could stop updating properly.

Version 2.94

  • [New] Introduced a clean and modern app icon design.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced handling of abnormal temperature values to improve accuracy when CPU or GPU clusters are in low power states, addressing stuck temperatures that can occur on various models, with the M2 Max being the most affected.
  • [Improvement] Updated GPU sensor list for more accurate readings on the M2 Max and M2 Ultra Mac Studio models.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where the menu bar item was misaligned; it is now perfectly centered for both horizontal and vertical options, with or without the icon.
  • [Fixed] Corrected missing GPU cluster temperature readings on 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros with M2 Pro or M2 Max chips.
  • [Fixed] Addressed potential crashes that could occur when retrieving drive temperatures via SMART.

Version 2.93

  • [New] Introduced initial support for the new M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max Macs, including the latest Mac mini, iMac (24-inch), and MacBook Pro models.
  • [New] Added trackpad temperature monitoring for:
    • MacBook Pro (13-inch, M2, 2022)
    • MacBook Air (M2, 2022)
    • MacBook Air (15-inch, M2, 2023)
  • [New] Added internal airflow temperature monitoring for:
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2023)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2023)
  • [New] Added Thunderbolt port temperature monitoring for:
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2023)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2023)
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Nov 2023)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Nov 2023)
  • [Improvement] Organized extra menu items into submenus for better usability.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced reliability of temperature monitoring logic for handling invalid readings across all Apple Silicon models.
  • [Fixed] Implemented a workaround for some Intel models where battery health was inaccurately reported as poor or fair instead of good.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue preventing trackpad temperature monitoring on the MacBook Pro (14-inch, M3).

Version 2.92

  • [New] Updated MacBook Air (13-inch, M3, 2024) identification to ensure accuracy, addressing an earlier mispublishing by Apple.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced error handling in the Paddle licensing service, including informative dialogs to prevent crashes in certain scenarios.
  • [Fixed] Resolved a diagnostic error on newer Mac models, ensuring normal shutdowns are no longer incorrectly flagged as issues.

Version 2.91

  • [New] Introducing full support for both the 15-inch and 13-inch MacBook Air (M3, 2024).
  • [Improvement] Enhanced accuracy for the M3 CPU efficiency cores' temperatures.
  • [Improvement] Updated fan diagnostics wording for Macs without an internal fan.

Version 2.90

  • [Fix] Resolved startup error issue on select macOS 11 systems.
  • [Improvement] Updated fan names from "Exhaust" to "Intake" for 2019 and 2023 Mac Pros, aligning with their front-case location.
  • [Improvement] Updated GPU temperature labeling from "GPU Cores" to "GPU Cluster" for M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, indicating measurements across multiple GPU cores.
  • [Improvement] Renamed "X58 IOH" to "X58 Northbridge" for 2009 and 2012 Mac Pros for clearer identification.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced temperature accuracy for Mac Pro models, substituting invalid PCI temperatures with the last known reliable value.
  • [Improvement] Improved temperature data consistency for M1 Pro & M1 Max MacBook Pros, replacing invalid GPU temperatures with the last cached accurate value.

Version 2.89

  • [Fix] Resolved truncation issues in titles of certain temperature sections, such as Power Supply, Thunderbolt, and Logic Board, within the main window.
  • [Fix] Addressed a regression bug in GPU temperature readings on Apple Silicon models, correcting occasional inaccuracies (e.g., 5°C or 9°C readings).
  • [Improvement] Enhanced the GPU sensor list for M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max models, ensuring more precise monitoring.
  • [Improvement] Improved system stability by registering the correct resource file for fan views in the dropdown menu, preventing potential crashes.
  • [Improvement] Upgraded the Paddle licensing service, enhancing launch reliability on macOS 11 Big Sur and overall performance.

Version 2.88

  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue where certain M3 Max systems continued to display incorrect CPU & GPU temperatures, a fix initially targeted in the previous release. This update ensures accurate temperature readings for all models equipped with this chipset.

Version 2.87

  • [New] Added two additional airflow temperature readings for supported models.
  • [Improvement] Major breakthrough in temperature accuracy for the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max models, achieved after an extensive period of dedicated research and rigorous testing. We believe this update provides the most precise CPU & GPU temperature readings, overcoming complex challenges in determining the sensor mappings.
  • [Improvement] Updated logic for checking the fan helper connection, making it clearer for users to troubleshoot connection issues.
  • [Improvement] Improved wording for scenarios where hardware turns off the fans at low temperatures, providing a better understanding of how this affects fan control.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue with inaccurate CPU or GPU temperature readings for M3 Max models.
  • [Fixed] Fixed a display issue where "0 RPM" was shown instead of "Fans Off" in the status bar item.

Version 2.86

  • [New] Introducing initial support for the new M3, M3 Pro & M3 Max based Mac models:
    • iMac (24-inch, 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,5)
    • iMac (24-inch, 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,4)
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,3)
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,6)
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,8)
    • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,10)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,7)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,9)
    • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Nov 2023) (Identifier: Mac15,11)

Version 2.85

  • [Improvement] Refined the phrasing of error messages when either the username or password field is left empty for email notifications.
  • [Improvement] Strengthened the resilience of the code responsible for monitoring drive temperatures via SMART, reducing the likelihood of crashes.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced external USB drive identification. Rather than displaying a generic label like "USB 3.0", it will now present the specific model name.
  • [Improvement] Updated the Paddle licensing framework to ensure optimal support for macOS 14 Sonoma and improve the in-app checkout process.
  • [Fixed] For legacy Intel Macs: In the event of an unexpected app termination during fan control, it will only attempt to restore the correct min RPM if the saved value is deemed valid.
  • [Fixed] Introduced a placeholder for the current fan speed data when unavailable, preventing a potential crash.

Version 2.84

  • [New] Introduced real-time fan speeds in the drop-down menu for quick RPM reference.
  • [Improvement] Adjusted main window dimensions to prevent scroll bar appearance when fans are displayed vertically. It now accommodates up to two fans without requiring a scroll bar.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced the visibility and usability of the lock fan speeds button in Manual mode through improved sizing and color cues.
  • [Improvement] Refined text descriptions for sending a support package to clarify what is included and excluded.
  • [Improvement] Updated some of the dialog contents for greater clarity and ease of understanding.
  • [Fixed] Addressed stability issues on macOS 14 Sonoma when accessibility features like VoiceOver are enabled and fan speed sliders are used from the drop-down menu.
  • [Fixed] Crash related to Paddle licensing services returning an invalid license code.

Version 2.83

  • [Improvement] Optimized wording for temperature alert messages.
  • [Improvement] Removed fan notification settings for hardware lacking built-in fans.
  • [Improvement] Excluded fan references in temperature alerts for hardware without built-in fans.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced application-wide logging to facilitate troubleshooting of future issues.
  • [Fixed] Revised the link to the SMART explanation for disk temperatures, following changes on Wikipedia.
  • [Fixed] Rectified a sizing anomaly in the settings window, which allowed unintended resizing.
  • [Fixed] Corrected an issue where fan names might not properly update in the Menu Bar settings tab.
  • [Fixed] Solved an issue where, on Intel-based Macs with active CPU Throttle Fix, switching back to System fan mode did not remove the fan-boosting message or reset the fan speeds.
  • [Fixed] Resolved a 403 error encountered while uploading support packages on macOS 14.
  • [Fixed] Implemented a workaround to mitigate crashes on macOS 14 related to fan name or speed updates.
  • [Fixed] Addressed an issue on macOS 14 that could cause unresponsiveness and display of the beach ball cursor when clicking the menu bar item.

Version 2.82

  • [New] Introduced support for the latest Mac Pro M2 Ultra.
  • [Fixed] Addressed an issue that caused an error message to display on macOS 13 when the 'auto-launch on login' option was disabled.

Version 2.81

  • [New] Introduced initial support for the latest 15-inch MacBook Air, Mac Studio M2 Max, and Mac Studio M2 Ultra.
  • [Improvement] Enhanced macOS 13 compatibility by implementing an alert feature for errors encountered while adding TG Pro to the login items list.
  • [Improvement] Introduced a toggle in the Updates settings tab for user control over automatic update downloads.
  • [Improvement] Added extra logging functionality during update checks and downloads.
  • [Fixed] Resolved an issue on MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2021) that could momentarily display an incorrect GPU temperature.
  • [Fixed] Corrected the naming order of the Thunderbolt ports on the Mac Studio M1 Ultra (2022), affecting both the front and back ports.

Version 2.80

  • [New] We've urgently built our own activation servers to enable TG Pro license activation for users in Nicaragua, Kazakhstan, Myanmar, Russia, Belarus, and potentially other countries, as our licensing provider, Paddle, unexpectedly blocked access without prior notice. Upon discovering the issue, we immediately started working on a solution, and this update now resolves the unintended lockout and restores full functionality for affected customers. However, due to global sanctions, new license purchases are still unavailable for users in Russia and Belarus.
  • [New] The license transfer feature now automatically populates the license code and email fields, eliminating the need for manual re-entry.

Version 2.79

  • [New] TG Pro now requires macOS 10.13 or above, as the updated Paddle licensing framework has raised the minimum OS requirement.
  • [New] Added new feature to deactivate the oldest install and transfer it to a new Mac. This is automatically shown when trying to activate using a license key that's at the maximum number of activations.
  • [New] Added new option to set a global hotkey for opening/closing the drop down menu using a keyboard shortcut.
  • [Improvement] On macOS 13 and up it now shows "Settings" instead of "Preferences".
  • [Improvement] Updated the label for the option to show if the menu bar item is hidden to be clear that it checks on app startup.
  • [Improvement] Added extra logging when installing the fan helper app to assist with any potential support issues.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the Auto Boost gradual time text field would move up if the window was expanded.

Release notes for older versions ]]> Thursday, March 19, 2025 21:00:00 -0500 Version 2.78 10.12.0 Version 2.78
  • [New] Improved the CPU temperature reporting for the new M2 Pro/M2 Max models when the usage is low so the UI can continue to update properly.
  • [New] Added support for the 8-core M2 and 10-core M2 Pro versions of the Mac mini.
  • [New] Added two logic board sensors for the new Mac mini.
  • [New] Added two memory sensors for the new Mac mini.

Release notes for older versions ]]> Tuesday, January 31, 2023 21:00:00 -0500 Version 2.69 10.11.0 Version 2.69
  • [New] Substantial performance increase when resizing or viewing the main window (GPU usage has been reduced to almost zero percent).
  • [Fixed] Issue where if hard drive temperatures using SMART was enabled and an external disk was plugged in after TG Pro was launched, it wouldn't show the temperature.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the menu bar item hidden dialog was appearing when it shouldn't have.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the fans would show as having issues on the Mac Studio when they were working properly.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the Manual or Auto Boost fan control would stop working until switching to the System mode and back. There is now an extra safeguard to ensure that TG Pro maintains fan control in these cases.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the Auto Boost rules would be paused while the drop down menu was visible.
]]> Wednesday, April 13, 2022 21:00:00 -0500 Version 2.53 10.10.3 Version 2.53
  • [New] Added full support for Apple Silicon Macs:
    • MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020)
    • MacBook Air (M1, 2020)
    • Mac mini (M1, 2020)
  • [New] Improved compatibility with macOS Big Sur, including new iconography and app icon.
  • [New] Using flatter colors for the area headers.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the close button would not be visible on Big Sur.
  • [Fixed] Issue where the override system popover text was cut off on the bottom.
  • [Fixed] Issue where some of the text could be cut off in the area column.
  • [Fixed] Issue where multiple drives with the same name wouldn't have their temperatures updated properly in the drop down menu.
  • [Fixed] Issues related to licensing by updating the Paddle framework to their latest version.
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