Apple has released MacBook Pro Graphics Firmware Update 1.0 which is recommended for all 17-inch MacBook Pro (Early 2009) users and addresses the appearance of vertical lines or distorted graphics on the notebook display.

There are two parts to this process:
1. Installing the firmware update application onto your hard drive.
2. Using the firmware update application to update your graphics subsystem firmware.

More info on the installation process here.

MacBook Pro Graphics Firmware Update 1.0 is available via Software Update and also as a standalone installer.

More info and download link (770KB) here.

Apple has released a number of updates including:

• iPhoto 8.0.1 which “improves overall stability and addresses minor issues in a number of areas, including internet connectivity, keyword import, and slideshow export.”
• iLife Support 9.0.1 which “improves overall stability and addresses a number of other minor issues. It is recommended for all users of Aperture, iLife ‘09, and iWork ‘09.”
• AirPort Client Update 2009-001 for Intel Macs, which “addresses issues with roaming and network selection in dual-band environments.”
• AirPort Utility 5.4.1 (Mac) for managing the new Airport Express, Extreme, and Time Capsules.
• AirPort Utility 5.4.1 Windows – same as above for Windows

Run Software Update or download them direct from Apple. These updates will require a system restart.

This update extends RAW file compatibility for Aperture 2, iPhoto ’08, and iPhoto ’09 for the following cameras:

• Nikon D3X
• Epson R-D1x

It also addresses issues related to specific cameras and overall stability. Just run Software Update to fetch this update.