Bradley has worked at K-12 independent schools for much of the last 20 years, serving as the head of the information technology department and leading classroom technology integration. He’s well-versed in enterprise Wi-Fi, macOS and iOS system management, school technology, and SaaS tools.
Onvis is up there as one of the most reliable HomeKit vendors around. They make quality products and are typically among the first to use new technology like Thread. I recently picked up the new Onvis Smart Motion Sensor to automate some of our living room lights while tracking the temperature.
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Getting the right visibility into the correct data is a common challenge for businesses and can directly impact the risk of cyber security incidents. Organizations report 3.3 times more incidents caused by a lack of visibility into their IT assets. Nearly half of IT professionals agree that increasing visibility across their entire Apple fleet would improve their management of Apple devices. Today, Kandji is introducing Prism, a new reporting capability that generates data for compliance readiness, incident investigation, and overall device management.
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Update: The Eve Energy Outlet is now shipping. It can be purchased from Amazon or the Eve Store. The Eve Energy Outlet will replace your traditional wall outlet with one that has Matter built in. It will allow you to individually control two power outlets using your Siri, the Home app, or as part of HomeKit automation.s
Eve, a popular HomeKit vendor, has announced three new products ahead of CES 2024. Today, it’s announcing that Eve Energy Outlet, Eve Light Switch, and Eve Blinds are all coming to the Eve Store and Amazon in 2024.
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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with David Sheddan from BFA Technologies about planning and executing a device management migration.
There are a multitude of options when it comes to MagSafe-enabled wallets for your iPhone. One of the ones I’ve been testing recently fits the bill if you want something more rugged for hiking, running, etc. The Pelican MagSafe Wallet & Card Holder (#CommissionsEarned) is a great option for storing cards and cash in a MagSafe wallet that snaps shut.
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With rumors swirling that Apple will include Wi-Fi 7 in the upcoming iPhone 16, the networking industry is in full press on getting Wi-Fi 7 compatible access points on the market. Ubiquiti recently released its first Wi-Fi 7 access point: The U7 Pro.
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SwitchBot is a unique smart home vendor that has made various pretty amazing products over the years. The SwitchBot Button pusher is a prime example of a relatively uncommon item with no alternative from another vendor. What powers the SwitchBot experience is the SwitchBot Hub 2. With Matter support, it comes to HomeKit, and you can now use the Switch Curtain Opener with HomeKit.
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Late last year, Ubiquiti continued its product expansion with a new Pro Max switching line of products. With the new 24-port PoE and 48-port PoE switches aimed at the higher end of the enterprise’s IT needs, Ubiquiti continues to become one of the best network options for enterprises focused on the Mac, iPad, and iPhone.
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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Ben Greiner and Javi Sanchez about Apple Vision Pro and the potential use cases at work.
I typically lose my wallet at least two times a month. Most recently, I couldn’t find it on New Year’s Day. I was starting to worry that I’d left it at the restaurant I had been the night before. I eventually found it in my bed, but it took me half an hour to search for it. This is one of the benefits of a Find My integrated accessory. I would have been much less worried if I knew it was at home. ESR’s iPhone wallet with Find My integration solves this problem with plenty of room to spare. Let’s look at the pros and cons of the ESR MagSafe wallet.
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A few weeks ago, I looked at the state of Wi-Fi 6E and noted that it was probably time to start paying attention to when you’re deploying products that support the new standard and plan your deployment around that. We’ve started to see early discussion of Wi-Fi 7, though. How does this new Wi-Fi standard impact your planning – should you skip Wi-Fi 6E entirely?
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HomeKit smart plugs are generally the first step new users take on their smart home journey. Nearly everyone has a lamp, coffee maker, or other home appliance they want to “HomeKitify” (yes, I just created a new word), and a smart plug is the easiest, fastest, and least expensive way to do that. I’ve had the CozyLife HomeKit plug in my box of items to test for a while now, but frankly, it’s so small, that it was hidden under another box.
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I believe 2024 will be a year in which we see a lot of mergers and acquisitions in the enterprise IT and software industries. ZIRP (Zero Interest Rate Policy) is over, and as debt becomes much more expensive, many companies find themselves in a situation where their business model doesn’t make sense anymore. These mergers and acquisitions often lead to companies feeling nervous about the future. If you have a software license with a company and they get bought, your result is usually worse service, increased fees, or both. One such situation that companies are dealing with today is Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. Today, Fleet is announcing support for Linux and Windows to help ease the transition from Workspace ONE.
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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Mariia Hryshchenko from Moonlock about the state of cybersecurity for macOS and iOS admins.
I’ve tried countless desk charging solutions over the years, and I’ve always struggled with the off-and-on process with MagSafe. As much as I love MagSafe, there is a tension (pun intended) with quick removals when leaving your desk for errands, meetings, etc. The Anker 313 Wireless Charger Stand aims to eliminate that friction and allows you to “drop” your iPhone on it for easy charging with one-handed removal.
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I’ve written about AppleCare many times over the past few years, and I’ve generally come away with the same answer: it financially doesn’t make sense for most organizations. The keyword in that sentence is most. Sometimes, it makes sense when time is more valuable than money.
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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 unique kit includes a slick floor lamp that’s perfect for a bedroom and consists of a HomeKit bulb as well.
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Ivanti advises those using its endpoint security product to apply a crucial update. This update addresses a severe flaw that could enable unauthorized attackers to run harmful code within the impacted networks. While there haven’t been any confirmed cases of this vulnerability being exploited, there’s a history of attackers leveraging device management solutions for malicious purposes.
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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Harald Monihart from SAP about their open source macOS apps for Apple IT admins.
One of the downsides of leaving the Max lineup with my iPhone 15 was the battery life. The Max iPhones, thanks to their bigger batteries, keep running and running. While the battery life of the iPhone 15 is fantastic, I have noticed that I can get low by the end of the day if I am traveling or out and about without a charger. To augment that, I’ve been using the Anker Magnetic Battery 10,000mAh.
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As the Mac grows in the enterprise, so does its power consumption. Many IT teams are also tasked with monitoring power consumption as well. Whether it’s internal power usage or the entire fleet for remote teams, understanding how your Macs consume power can help accomplish key internal goals for power usage. A new app from Harald Monihart with SAP aims to provide the necessary information.
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Towards the end of 2023, Kandi released a helpful feature that’s especially handy in education, retail, healthcare, and anywhere you deploy the same device in mass. They’ve released the ability to control the home screen experience on iPhones and iPads completely.
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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Puneet Shetty from Celona about private 5G wireless, iOS 17 updates, and potential use cases.
MagSafe wallets are a great way to simplify what’s on your everyday carry list while keeping a minimal wallet to avoid hurting your back by sitting on a massive wallet. In this week’s MagSafe Monday, I will review the ESR Magnetic Wallet and explain why it’s a great day-to-day wallet but excels as a travel wallet for plane trips.
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