New App Intents (Shortcuts) for Siri and Spotlight Added new Open Templates and Open Snapshots shortcuts, allowing quick access to templates and snapshots directly from Siri or Spotlight. Help Documentation Updates Added a new Shortcuts section to the Help documentation, detailing how to use VirtualProg’s App Shortcuts and Spotlight integration for launching and managing virtual machines. Adding Tahoe 26.1 to IPSW Download When creating macOS Virtual Machines now Tahoe 26.1 can be downloaded in the App itself

Enhanced Distro and Version Selection in Virtual Machine Configuration The Virtual Machine configuration now provides a clear selection for Linux distros and macOS versions. Users can choose from the following Linux distros: Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Alpine, Manjaro, OpenSUSE, Kali, NixOS, Zorin OS. For macOS versions, the available options are: Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey. The selection automatically adjusts based on the chosen operating system, ensuring only valid options are selectable. Spotlight Integration for Virtual Machines Virtual machine names are now indexed by Spotlight, allowing you to instantly search and launch VMs directly from macOS Spotlight. Spotlight indexing has to be enabled manually in the Settings screen. New App Intents(Shortcuts) for Siri and Spotlight Added support for six App Intents (Shortcuts), enabling automation and quick access through Siri or Spotlight: Launch Virtual Machine, New Virtual Machine, Take Snapshot, Create Template, Open Dashboard and Open Settings. Enhanced Compatibility with macOS Tahoe (Liquid Glass) Further refinements to ensure seamless performance and stability when running on macOS Tahoe environments. Introducing App Review Opt-In Users can now choose to provide in-app feedback or rate VirtualProg directly, helping us improve future releases. Leave a Review button is now available in the Settings screen for users to opt-in review at any time.

Adding Tahoe 26.0.1 and Sequoia 15.6.1 to IPSW Download When creating macOS Virtual Machines now Tahoe 26.0.1 and Sequoia 15.6.1 can be downloaded in the App itself Improving compatibility with Tahoe

* Adding Tahoe 26.0 and Sequoia 15.6 to IPSW Download When creating macOS Virtual Machines now Tahoe 26.0 and Sequoia 15.6 can be downloaded in the App itself * Improving compatibility with Tahoe

Disk Type Selection (Tahoe Onwards) Added support for choosing between Fixed and Dynamic disk types when creating a virtual machine on macOS 26 "Tahoe" and later. Fixed disks preallocate space, while dynamic disks (ASIF) grow with stored content to save space.

Improving compatibility with Tahoe

Minimize on Control Center Close Added a new setting that allows the Control Center to minimize instead of quitting when the close button is clicked. Keeps VirtualProg active while reducing desktop clutter. Contextual Resume Option for Suspended/Paused VMs When a virtual machine is suspended/paused, the context menu and top menu bar now display Resume instead of Start, providing clearer and more accurate actions based on the VM's state. Fixed: Duplicate Resource Creation in Configuration Resolved an issue where duplicate resource names could be created in the configuration.

Fixed: Tag Color Picker Popover Dismissal Resolved an issue where the tag color picker popover would not close when clicking outside of it. The popover now properly dismisses on outside interaction. Fixed: macOS Restore Image Download Interruption Fixed an issue where the macOS restore image download would continue in the background if the restore image view was dismissed. Downloads are now properly terminated when the view is closed. Fixed: Prevent Changing VM Storage Folder While VMs Are Running The Virtual Machine storage folder setting is now locked while any virtual machines are running, preventing accidental disruptions or file access conflicts. Show in Finder for File/Folder Picker A new "Show in Finder" button has been added to the file and folder picker. Clicking it reveals the currently selected file or folder directly in Finder for quick access and verification. Quit Prevention with Running VMs VirtualProg now prevents quitting the application while virtual machines are running. A prompt is shown, asking users to stop and close all VMs before exiting.

Updated Suspend Icon The suspend icon in both the Control Center and Virtual Machine view has been refreshed for improved clarity and visual consistency. True Full Screen Experience When entering full screen in the Virtual Machine view, the top title bar and toolbar are now hidden, providing a more immersive, true full screen experience. Toolbar Button Visibility During VM State Changes Toolbar buttons in the Virtual Machine view are now hidden while starting, suspending, or resuming a VM to prevent unintended interactions and improve UI clarity. Read-Only Configuration for Suspended/Paused VMs While a virtual machine is suspended, its configuration becomes read-only. This prevents accidental changes and maintains consistency with the VM's suspended state. Close Window Confirmation for Running VMs When attempting to close the Virtual Machine window while the VM is running, a confirmation dialog now appears to prevent accidental shutdowns. Double-Click to Start or Focus VM Double-clicking a virtual machine in the Control Center will start the VM if it’s not running, or bring its window to the foreground if it is already started, improving workflow efficiency. Paused Indicator Icon for Paused VMs A new paused indicator icon is shown when a virtual machine is paused, both in the Control Center and Virtual Machine view, providing clear visual feedback of the VM’s state. Typographical Corrections Typographical improvements across the screen interface for improved clarity and polish.

Import VirtualProg Virtual Machines (.vpvm) via Finder Easily open and import or start .vpvm files by double-clicking them in Finder. This streamlined workflow makes managing VirtualProg VMs even more convenient. Automatic Timestamps for Screenshots and Recordings Screenshots and screen recording files are now saved with automatic timestamps in their filenames—making it easier to organize and identify captures. Suspend Indicator Icon in Control Center and VM View A yellow crescent icon now appears when a virtual machine is suspended, providing a clear visual status in both the Control Center and individual VM views. Show Log File in Finder A new menu item in the Help > Log section allows quick access to the log file in Finder. Makes it easier to locate and share logs for troubleshooting. Restrictions on Suspended Virtual Machines Cloning, snapshotting, and template creation are now disabled while a virtual machine is suspended. Ensures data integrity and prevents unintended VM state issues.

Bug Fixes : Save button is disabled when ipsw is selected (macOS Config) Log Rotatation is not happening for Dashboard logs Cosmetics Improvements

Serial Port Access from Control Center View serial terminal output or redirected log files for headless virtual machines directly from the Control Center. Useful for debugging and monitoring. Ctrl+C Key Stroke Support in Serial Port Terminal Pressing Ctrl+C now sends a control interrupt signal directly to the serial port for improved device communication. Predefined Display Resolutions Quickly select from a list of commonly used display resolutions in the configuration screen to simplify VM display setup. Added Restart Button Easily restart the virtual machine instantly from the control center or VM view with a single click. Added Log Rotation with Max Log Size (MB) Settings Set a maximum log/dashboard log file size. When reached, the log file is cleared and recreated automatically. Screen Recording Playback Fix Resolved an issue where recorded VM screen capture videos played back at a faster speed than real-time. Modern ScreenCapture with Microphone Recording Leverages macOS ScreenCaptureKit for improved screen recording reliability and now includes optional microphone audio. Recording is limited to VirtualProg windows only, ensuring user privacy. Requires one-time screen and microphone access permissions in System Settings > Privacy & Security.

• Quick Create Virtual Machines Set up macOS or Linux virtual machines in just a few clicks using the new streamlined Quick Create wizard—perfect for getting started in seconds. • Suspend & Resume (Apple Silicon only) You can now suspend guest VMs and resume them later exactly where you left off. Ideal for saving work sessions without a full shutdown. • Context-Aware Help Built-in offline help now dynamically adapts to where you are in the app—instantly access relevant documentation and guidance with a single click. • Menu Bar Icon Settings You can now choose whether to display the VirtualProg icon in the macOS menu bar

• Built-in Offline Help Access comprehensive documentation and guidance directly within the app—even without an internet connection. Whether you're setting up your first virtual machine or exploring advanced configurations, the offline help makes it easier than ever to get the support you need, when you need it. This update also includes minor improvements and optimizations to ensure a smoother and more reliable user experience.

Nested Virtualization Support You can now enable nested virtualization for Linux guest VMs on M3 & M4, allowing them to run their own virtual machines — ideal for advanced development and testing workflows. Improved Configuration Safety Virtual machine settings are now locked while the VM is running, preventing accidental changes and ensuring greater stability during operation.

• Scheduled Auto Snapshots – Automatically capture VM snapshots on start or daily, ensuring critical states are preserved effortlessly. • Optimized Grid View – Improved memory efficiency when viewing templates and snapshots in grid layout. • Sequoia 15.5 Support – You can now download and install macOS Sequoia 15.5 directly in your virtual machines.

Optimized memory usage in Grid View mode. Linux kernel boot images are now copied to the VM bundle for improved snapshot and template compatibility. Enhanced screenshot thumbnail handling for better performance and reliability.

Bug Fixes: Resolved a rare issue causing a beach ball when relocating the recovery partition during disk resizing. Fixed a bug where changing the VM storage folder could result in a “disk not found” error. Improvements: Added “Show in Finder” option to Disk Configuration for easier access to VM disk files.

* Enable screenshot as background by default * Bug fixes and improvements

Template Cloning – You can now clone existing templates, making it easier to maintain multiple variations of your VM configurations without starting from scratch. Grid View in Control Center – Navigate your virtual machines, templates, and snapshots more visually with the new grid layout Customizable Appearance – Choose between Light, Dark, or System appearance to personalize the look and feel of VirtualProg to match your macOS environment.

Snapshots: You can now mark snapshots as Favorites and tag them with custom colors for better organization. Templates & Snapshots : Added support for Favorites and Recently Used lists to help you quickly access your preferred configurations. Disk Resize: Resize macOS and Linux Template virtual hard disks also directly within the app. Log Viewer: Enhanced logging and a built-in viewer for easier VM diagnostics. macOS IPSW Downloads: Download Sonoma, Ventura, and Monterey IPSW images also directly in the app—no external browser required. Launch at Login: Automatically start VirtualProg when you log in to your Mac. General Improvements: Includes bug fixes, performance enhancements, and UI refinements.

We’ve made VirtualProg even more powerful and user-friendly with these latest enhancements: • Full Screen VM Support – Start your Virtual Machines in full screen mode. • Favorites in Control Center – Easily access your most-used virtual machines with a new Favorites section in the Control Center. • Recent Virtual Machines List – Quickly pick up where you left off with a dedicated list of recently used VMs. • Improved VM Organization – View and manage All, Favorites, and Recent virtual machines in a streamlined and intuitive interface. • Mask Password - In serial port terminal mask the password instead of displaying clear text password. These updates are designed to make managing your virtual environments smoother, faster, and more personalized.

Favorites: Mark your most-used virtual machines and templates as favorites for quick and easy access. Color Tags: Organize your virtual machines visually with customizable color tags for better management. Resize Guest Disks: Seamlessly expand your macOS and Linux virtual machine disk images directly from VirtualProg.

• New screenshot background for cleaner visuals • Dock menu integration for quick access to essential actions • Status bar menu now supports managing running virtual machines directly • Create VM snapshots directly from the Virtual Machine view and Control Center. • "Show in Finder" option added for snapshots and templates for faster navigation • Enhanced Control Center experience • New Network MAC address generation while cloning and creating vm from templates • General bug fixes and performance improvements for a smoother experience

Linux Boot from Kernel & RAM Disk Image: You can now boot Linux virtual machines directly from a kernel and RAM disk image, offering greater flexibility for Linux-based VM setups. Built-in Serial Port Log Viewer: Easily view and analyze serial port file logs directly within VirtualProg for improved troubleshooting and system monitoring. Rosetta Support for Linux: Run Linux VMs on your macOS system with Rosetta compatibility, ensuring seamless performance for non-native architectures. Network Block Device Support: VirtualProg now supports disk images over the network, providing enhanced storage options for virtual machines Better usablity with Serial Port terminal viewer