6 HomeKit settings you should disable (or adjust) right now
Apple claims better security, but it still gathers information about its users. Here are six settings you should change now......»»
HomeKit Weekly: Govee’s Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 now with Matter support
Christmas decorating will begin before you know it, and outdoor lighting is always fun. HomeKit users have a new reason to celebrate. Govee, a popular manufacturer of permanent outdoor smart home lighting, has just launched a new product, the . This.....»»
Nest Smart Learning Thermostat, Sonos app issues, & Wi-Fi issues on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we review the brand-new Nest Learning Thermostat fourth-generation as well as answer a few listener questions.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week in the news the Sonos CEO said while they were hopeful they.....»»
I’d never use a Mac without first changing these 8 security settings
Keeping your Mac safe and secure is incredibly important, but how do you actually do it? Simple: just change these macOS settings for increased peace of mind......»»
HomeKit Weekly: Kickstart your smart home with MuJoy smart light bulbs featuring Matter and Thread
HomeKit light bulbs offer both functionality and convenience. They’ve come down in cost in recent years while also getting much more reliable thanks to technology like Thread and Matter. These smart lighting solutions integrate seamlessly with Home.....»»
Microsoft formally deprecates the 39-year-old Windows Control Panel
The Settings app has taken over, but Control Panels aren't going anywhere yet. Here's the Keyboard control panel from Windows NT 4.0. [credit:.....»»
Deals: M3 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM now $1,099, HomeKit Secure Video smart cams, Apple Watch bands, more
Your Friday edition of the 9to5Toys Lunch Break is here to help cap off the work week with some serious deals. Today marks the return of $250 price drops on the 15-inch MacBook Air, but we also spotted the 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM starting at $.....»»
It’s time to say goodbye to the Windows Control Panel
Microsoft has kept its mouth shut for years as the Control Panel has slowly been replaced by the Settings app -- but now its deprecation is official......»»
What is the BIOS and how to use it
The BIOS or UEFI is an interface you can use to examine core settings on your PC and make important boot changes. Here's how to access it and what you can do......»»
Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple"s Robotic iPad on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastOne of the biggest pieces of news this week was the conf.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Looking to start a smart home on a budget? The TP-Link 4 pack is an easy place to start
If you’re starting from zero on a smart home, it can look daunting and expensive as you consider upgrading all of the rooms in your house. I’ve found that starting with a few smart outlet adaptors is the best (and most economical way) to start, a.....»»
Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management enhancements automate patching process
Ivanti announced new features for Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management to help expand patch settings configuration to allow for multiple parallel deployment tasks such as regular maintenance, priority updates and zero-day response. Given the rise of c.....»»
Nest now supports Apple Home, Aqara"s FP1E presence sensor launches, & more on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week our guest host is Shane Whatley. He's a growin.....»»
Apple"s Adaptive Lighting support spreads to Matter smart lights
Matter smart lights will start to work with Apple's Adaptive Lighting feature of the Home app, with Nanoleaf hardware among the first to support it.HomeKit can control smart bulbs.Adaptive Lighting is a HomeKit feature that allows for smart bulbs and.....»»
macOS 15 Sequoia makes you jump through more hoops to disable Gatekeeper app checks
But nothing is changing about the kinds of software you can run on your Mac. Enlarge / The Mac's Gatekeeper feature has been pushing developers to digitally sign their apps since it was introduced in 2012. (credit: Apple/Andrew C.....»»
Users have to confirm screen recording permission every week in macOS Sequoia
Even if a user has turned on permissions in Settings for an app to screen record their Mac, the forthcoming macOS Sequoia is going to make them confirm that choice weekly.Any app that has screen capture or screen recording features will cause this pr.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Aqara releases new FP1E Presence Sensor with Matter and HomeKit support
Presence sensors are very useful tools for smart homes. They allow you to trigger scenes and automate without needing a device in hand or pre-plan for automatic automation timing. Today, is releasing its new FP1E presence sensor. Read on to learn mo.....»»
What’s new in Apple Notes for iOS 18: collapsible sections, highlights, and more
iOS 18 is a big release for the iPhone, with brand new apps like Passwords and Image Playground, as well as some significant updates to existing apps like Messages, Photos, and Settings. One of my most-used apps, Notes, is also getting a variety.....»»
Google"s new Nest Learning Thermostat works with HomeKit through Matter
Google has announced a sleek fourth version of its Nest Learning Thermostat, alongside a Nest Temperature Sensor, and since they support Matter, both can work with Apple HomeKit.A larger display also comes with options for showing the time as well as.....»»
Study reveals prevalence of child sexual abuse in religious settings
One in 250 Australians were sexually abused during childhood by a leader or other adult in a religious organization, new research led by Australian Catholic University shows......»»
Brian Tong joins HomeKit Insider to talk smarthome, Apple Intelligence & more
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, Brian Tong swings by to talk about the latest news for the week including Apple Intelligence, Logitech's walk-back, and a new affordable presence sensor.HomeKit Insider PodcastBrian Tong is a frequent f.....»»