HomeKit Weekly: Yeelight delivers a slick lamp with an included HomeKit bulb
Yeelight is an underrated HomeKit vendor. They make a wealth of products for an extremely fair price. The company’s bulbs avoid the dreaded ‘No Response’ that many HomeKit vendors also end up with. This that’s perfect for a bedroom and consis.....»»
MagSafe Monday: ESR delivers a slim Qi2 MagSafe battery with a kickstand
If you want a slim MagSafe battery that supports Qi2 fast charging, look at the . This compact and sleek battery is perfect for charging your iPhone while offering some nice additional features, like a built-in kickstand. more….....»»
Apple updates "Magic" accessories to USB-C, included with M4 iMac
Apple has updated its Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad to feature USB-C — and that includes the new color-matched accessories shipping with the M4 iMac.Apple's updated Magic Keyboard - Image Credit: AppleOn Monday, Apple opened preor.....»»
Kwikset Halo Select, Govee ice maker, & iPhone StandBy dock on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast we go over another new smart lock from Kwikset, talk about the viral iPhone StandBy dock, and test the Govee smart ice maker.HomeKit Insider PodcastKwikset has launched the new Halo Select smart lock tha.....»»
Indie App Spotlight: ‘Access’ is the missing piece to Apple’s new Passwords app
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Access is a great companion app to Apple’s.....»»
Controller for HomeKit 7.2 introduces a host of new features for iOS 18
The latest Controller for HomeKit Version 7.2 release introduces a range of new features designed to fully take advantage of iOS 18’s capabilities. The update focuses on enhancing smart home control and providing a more streamlined experience for u.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: THIRDREALITY Smart Color Night Light is the perfect HomeKit accessory for a child’s room or hallway
The ideal HomeKit accessories run themselves. Turning off and on lights from an app is a nice feature, but it’s a similar level of effort to using a light switch. The real magic is when you can “set it and forget it.” The is the perfect exampl.....»»
AuthenticID360 blocks AI-generated IDs during digital onboarding
AuthenticID released AuthenticID360, its new holistic identity verification platform. AuthenticID360 delivers robust verification and risk signaling capabilities, including a 2-second response time for identity transactions. A unified solution for co.....»»
Proof Verify reduces false positives and improves fraud detection accuracy
Proof launched Verify, a live face-to-face experience that delivers high-level assurance with identity verification performed in the presence of an agent, reducing the risk of fraudulent activities such as deepfakes by ensuring that users are legitim.....»»
Display shipments for M4 MacBook Air and new iPhone SE set to begin soon as early 2025 launches near
Apple is planning a host of M4 Mac announcements for next week, but one model that won’t be included is the MacBook Air. However, a new report indicates we shouldn’t have to wait long for Apple’s most popular Mac to get updated, or the new iPho.....»»
New feature allows children to report inappropriate content directly to Apple
A new feature rolled out as part of the iOS 18.2 beta allows children in Australia to report inappropriate content directly to Apple.Image Credit: AppleThe feature is an extension of Apple's safety measures that are included in iOS 17. These features.....»»
Homekit Weekly: Upgrade your interior doors with the ThorBolt MK1 smart lock
If you’re looking to upgrade one of your interior doors to a smart lock, you’ll want to check out the . It offers an excellent combination of sleek design, advanced technology, and easy integration with Apple HomeKit, particularly leveraging Thre.....»»
Indie App Spotlight: ‘Qewie’ lets you generate eye-catching QR codes in just a tap
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Qewie is a new iPhone app that allows users t.....»»
Apple @ Work: UNAS Pro delivers a modern-day NAS that’s so easy to use, you’ll swear it’s a Time Capsule
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & pr.....»»
Sonos Arc Ultra, Car Key expands, & Shortcuts automations with Clicks on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast Clicks co-founder and CMO Jeff Gadway joins to discuss Shortcuts automations, the new Sonos line, and more.HomeKit Insider PodcastGuest co-host this week is Jeff Gadway. He founded Clicks keyboard case w.....»»
The 2025 VW ID Buzz electric bus delivers on the hype
Here's what it's like to drive—and why the wait was so long. Volkswagen provided flights from Washington, DC, to San Francisco and accommodation so Ars could drive the ID Buzz......»»
Fear the Spotlight review: Blumhouse’s lo-fi horror game is imperfect, but sincere
Fear the Spotlight doesn't quite land as a '90s horror throwback, but it delivers some great puzzles and eerie lo-fi images in a sleek package......»»
Deals: M2 iPad Air $529 all-time low, new official Apple Watch Alpine/Trail Loops, HomeKit Secure Video cam, more
Joining the ongoing pre-order offers on the brand new iPad mini 7 that can net you one from $239, Amazon is also now offering its lowest price yet on the most affordable M2 iPad Air configuration starting down at $529 shipped. From there we move over.....»»
Subaru next-gen strong hybrid for Crosstrek, Forester delivers more power, fuel economy
Subaru’s next-generation strong hybrid, to be optioned in the Crosstrek and Forester crossovers, achieves across-the-board improvements in engine power, motor output, torque, battery capacity, fuel economy and driving range......»»
MechWarrior 5: Clans review: Thrilling mech game delivers 31st-century storytelling
MechWarrior 5: Clans combines impressive storytelling with outstanding mission design to create one of the best games the 31st Century has seen......»»
Super Mario Party Jamboree review: party staple takes its Switch victory lap
Super Mario Party Jamboree juggles a few too many ideas at once, but it still mostly delivers a reliable hit of multiplayer fun......»»