Superduper 3.7 — Must See
SuperDuper 3.7 highlights the growing difficulty of maintaining third-party backup tools on macOS. While the software can create bootable backups for systems as recent as Ventura, Shirt Pocket notes that Apple's own internal bugs can sometimes prevent these clones from successfully starting up. Despite this, SuperDuper remains a vital tool for data restoration, as even "unbootable" clones can still be used to restore a system to a new drive. Conclusion
Released in late 2022, is a critical update to the long-standing Mac backup utility developed by Shirt Pocket . This version is primarily defined by its transition into the macOS 13 Ventura era, addressing the technical hurdles introduced by Apple's increasingly restrictive system architecture. Core Functionality and Legacy
The software's appeal lies in its "Smart Update" feature, which allows users to update an existing clone in minutes by only copying files that have changed, rather than re-copying the entire drive. Key Enhancements in Version 3.7 SuperDuper 3.7
: It improved Apple's Replicator (asr) state tracking, which is essential for creating reliable system copies on APFS-formatted volumes. The Challenge of Modern macOS
The 3.7 update was a necessary evolution for compatibility with the modern Mac ecosystem: SuperDuper 3
: The primary purpose of version 3.7 was adding full compatibility with macOS 13, including adjustments for Ventura’s redesigned system preferences and Full Disk Access requirements.
: This version fixed a specific conflict where Google Drive would incorrectly "protect" folders on drives it was not actually operating on, which previously caused backup failures. Conclusion Released in late 2022, is a critical
SuperDuper 3.7 represents a bridge between traditional disk cloning and the more restricted "sealed" system volumes of modern macOS. By resolving Ventura-specific bugs and streamlining its performance on Apple Silicon, it ensures that Mac users still have a reliable, simple alternative to Time Machine for their disaster recovery plans. SuperDuper 3.7 - TidBITS
