Week in Apple: updates, updates, updates galore!

This week's top Apple news was all about software. OS X received an update, as did iOS and Safari for the desktop. We covered all that, plus a discussion sparked by our forums about the future of the Mac, Foxconn's intent to improve factory conditions, the new Google+ app for iOS, iPad cases that don't suck, and more. Here's the top 10 from the week!

• Apple improves AirPlay playback, iPad network switching, HDR with iOS 5.1.1
  iOS 5.1.1 is relatively minor, but contains fixes for some obnoxious bugs.
• OS X plain text password flaw has been around for 3 months and counting
  An errant debug switch in 10.7.3 could expose encrypted data for some Mac users.
• OS X Lion update addresses FileVault password bug, smooths networking
  The update also includes a Safari update with "stability improvements."
• Has the Mac crested? The OpenForum's haikus tackle the issue
  This week's best Forum threads wax poetic in discussing the future of Apple.
• iOS 5.1.1 patches URL spoofing flaw, two other security vulnerabilities
  iOS 5.1.1 closes security vulnerabilities in addition to the usual bug fixes.
• Safari 5.1.7 disables older Flash plugins for increased security
  Will this help to reduce attacks on users who rarely update their plugins?
• Foxconn and Apple to split costs to improve factory conditions
  Foxconn CEO says Apple agrees it will be a "competitive strength."
• Hands-on: Google+ iPhone app gets complete visual makeover
  There's not much new functionality, but boy does it look pretty.
• iPod owners being notified of class-action antitrust suit against Apple
  The lawsuit has been winding its way through the legal system since 2004.
• Not-Horrible iPad Cases: a round-up of the best
  Some people think the iPad is so gorgeous it doesn't need a case. It does.

Have a great weekend, everyone!