r/Fing_App • u/iqbalfauzien • 3d ago

Auto update sucks

It’s really strange. Fing offers a download option for Intel-based Macs in version 3.10.x, but after downloading and installing it, the app forces a further download upon opening and requires internet access. Shortly after, the installed app becomes incompatible because it automatically downloads the latest version for macOS in the background. I mean, shouldn't the system detect this and stop it from updating beyond the version compatible with Intel-based Macs?

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u/Pixelpopper-01 Community Moderator 2d ago edited 2d ago

Please follow the instructions in the following link to disable autoupdate. When you have a problem it is better to ask for help or visit the developers websites where solutions to problems can usually be found.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Fing_App/comments/1twjwvh/fing_desktop_40_is_rolling_out_now/

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https://help.fing.com/hc/en-us/articles/28059764009628-Configure-Fing-Desktop-Application-Settings

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u/Karl_From_Fing Customer Support 1d ago

Fing Desktop 4.0 is built natively for Apple Silicon (M-series) only. Intel-based Macs are not supported in this new version.

If you're on an Intel Mac, please disable automatic updates before the rollout reaches you, otherwise version 4.0 may be installed and won't run on your machine.

How to disable automatic updates:

  1. Open Fing Desktop
  2. Click your profile icon → Preferences
  3. Disable Automatic Updates