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Apple @ Work is a 9to5Mac series where Bradley Chambers looks at the latest trends and news with how the Mac and iOS are working in enterprise IT environments.

A new regular series from Bradley Chambers covering Apple in the enterprise

About Apple @ Work: Bradley Chambers has been managing an enterprise IT network since 2009. Through his experience deploying and managing firewalls, switches, a mobile device management system, enterprise grade Wi-Fi, and thousands of Macs and iPads, Bradley will highlight ways in which Apple IT managers deploy Apple devices, build networks to support them, train users, stories from the trenches of IT management, and ways Apple could improve its products for IT departments.

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Apple @ Work: Parallels Enterprise Edition allows IT admins to quickly provision, restrict, monitor, and manage their Parallels Desktop deployment

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IT is all about scalability; even the best solutions can get stuck in the water during deployment. They can’t be scaled easily to a remote team. Parallels recently unveiled its new enterprise edition with new management functionality for IT teams. Let’s dive in.

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Apple @ Work: What happens when you trade in an old Apple product? Inside Assurant’s new facility to save devices from landfills

Assurant

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Many people in the Apple ecosystem love to stay on the latest and great iPhones, iPads, and Macs. If you’re trading in an old iPhone to one of your carriers, have you ever wondered what happens to them? Especially in recent years, old iPhones continue to offer a ton of value to new people, so I recently talked with the team at Assurant to learn more about their new facilities.

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Apple @ Work: Understanding Apple’s Private Wi-Fi Address feature

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Apple has consistently prioritized user privacy in its design philosophy. One of its lesser-discussed yet important features is the Private Wi-Fi Address. Introduced to help people maintain their privacy while connected to public Wi-Fi networks, this feature aims to help keep information about their devices anonymous. But what exactly does it do, and how can you make the most of it with your fleet?

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Apple @ Work Podcast: FIDO Alliance’s plan for Passkey migration

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Rew Islam from Dashlane about the plans from the FIDO Alliance to allow for Passkey migration between various password managers.

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Apple @ Work: iOS 18.1 brings important features for device management

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As Apple has shifted to a “rolling thunder” of new features for iOS 18 where it brings out new features and functionality over time, so has it done the same for its enterprise tools. iOS 18.1 brings some important features to Apple IT admins with their device management solution.

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Apple @ Work: Generative AI will impact Apple IT admins in this important way

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

Everywhere you read, discussions around AI everywhere. It’s in the tools we use, the news we read, and the discussions happening across nearly every industry. But with AI so embedded in our conversations, AI fatigue has set in. IT practitioners are becoming weary of promises that AI will revolutionize the world overnight, and skepticism is growing.

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Apple @ Work: New FIDO specifications aim to end Passkey vendor lock-in

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The FIDO Alliance has taken a big step toward improving the usability of passkeys by introducing two new draft specs: the Credential Exchange Protocol (CXP) and the Credential Exchange Format (CXF). These proposals are designed to solve a key issue slowing the adoption of passkeys in the enterprise: vendor lock-in. While Passkeys bring a solid alternative to traditional passwords, their current implementation leaves users stuck to specific platforms or password managers, making it difficult to switch between services without completely redoing the Passkey setup.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: JNUC recap

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Michael Covington from Jamf about the 2024 Jamf Nation User Conference in Nashville.

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Apple @ Work: UNAS Pro delivers a modern-day NAS that’s so easy to use, you’ll swear it’s a Time Capsule

Unifi Drive

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I’ve used Ubiquiti products at home and in the workplace for many years. As I mentioned in previous articles, they started at the lower end of the networking market, and they’ve slowly been working their way up to higher-end products at prices that bigger companies cannot match.

A product category that has long needed a fresh look is network-attached storage. Ubiquiti has now taken the simplicity they brought to the network market to the NAS market with UNAS Pro.

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Apple @ Work: Popular Apple TV digital signage tool launches new 2.0 version

Kitcast 2.0

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Kitcast, a popular Apple TV-based digital signage software, has launched a new 2.0 platform for businesses of all sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises. The 2.0 platforms aim to simplify content management across multiple screens and enhance internal and external communication. Key features include zero-touch deployment, Single Sign-On (SSO), an AI-powered content creator, and unlimited cloud storage. With enterprise-grade reliability and scalability, Kitcast aims to streamline digital signage worldwide for businesses, educational institutions, and non-profits.

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Apple @ Work: Initial macOS Sequoia release broke networking for security and VPN tools – who’s responsible?

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The initial macOS 15 Sequoia released caused significant disruptions for users relying on cybersecurity tools like Endpoint Detection and Response solutions and VPN apps. Following the upgrade, multiple reports emerged about broken functionalities, explicitly blaming macOS systems’ security and network reliability. Check out 9to5Mac’s Security Bite for more information on what broke, but today, I want to look at who’s to blame.

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Apple @ Work: What’s new with System Extensions on macOS Sequoia?

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TL;DR: macOS Sequoia brings more control to IT teams, but they need to take the time to review their current system extension policies and setup.

macOS Sequoia introduces some important changes to system extensions, impacting how IT administrators manage and secure Apple devices. These changes are part of Apple’s ongoing efforts to enhance device security and improve control over system functions, particularly in enterprise environments.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: Hacker Rangers

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Marcelo Barros from Hacker Rangers about security awareness.

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Apple @ Work: Planning and executing an MDM migration

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When Apple releases a new operating system for macOS and iOS, it’s an excellent time to evaluate if your current management solution meets your needs. Device management systems are the critical solution in your Apple deployment and play a vital role in ensuring that all devices, whether company-owned or BYOD, are secure, compliant, and easily managed. During an evaluation, there may come a time when your organization needs to migrate to a new MDM solution. This can be a challenging task, but with careful planning and execution, it can be done fairly smoothly.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: Surviving System Extensions

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, Aaron Webb from Jamf joins the show to talk about Apple’s changes to System Extension management.

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Apple @ Work: It’s time for Apple to add cellular to the Mac

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I’ve traveled more in the last year than I have in my entire life, and it’s making me yearn for something that Apple has long ignored: cellular enabled Mac laptops. While tethering works fine, it can be cumbersome to reconnect when moving locations. In 2024, as mobile computing becomes increasingly essential, the lack of built-in cellular connectivity feels like an oversight. Here’s why it’s time for Apple to embrace cellular hardware in its macOS devices.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: Day 1 ready

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

In this episode of Apple @ Work, Weldon Dodd joins the show to talk about Apple’s latest software releases, day 1 ready for device management, and more.

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Apple @ Work: Let’s talk about Touch ID, Identity Provider integration, and what Apple needs to do next

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

Over the years, enterprises have increasingly leveraged Apple’s Identity Provider (IdP) integration for the macOS login window to create a better experience for employees while simultaneously enhancing security. If you had told me ten years ago that another company could ‘take over’ the macOS login window, I would have said that pigs must be flying. In the enterprise, identity is everything. The rise of SaaS (Software as a Service) tools has only amplified the need for a robust and unified identity system.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: Parallels Desktop turns 20!

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

In this episode of Apple @ Work, Kamal Srinivasan joins the show to talk about Parallels Desktop 20 and all the new features!

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Apple @ Work: This cable should be deployed with every Mac

HyperJuice USB-C and Lightning Hybrid Silicone Cable

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One day, we’ll live in a utopia where we finally have one cable for everything. We’re so close to USB-C, but we’re not there yet. Until then, This cable from Hyper is coming that IT teams should look to deploy with every Mac as the perfect travel charger.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: The future of identity on macOS at work

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

In this episode of Apple @ Work, we wrap up our 3-part series on identity management with Apple in the enterprise, featuring Tom Bridge, JumpCloud’s Director of Product Management.

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Apple @ Work: Testing for Apple’s new Operating Systems

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As an Apple admin, it’s that time of year again: with Apple’s beta programs now open for macOS Sequoia, iOS and iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2, it’s crucial to start your testing. This isn’t just lip service—it’s essential to ensure that your current infrastructure and applications will function smoothly with the new operating systems. Testing can seem brutal when there are countless other priorities, but here are some key tips to help you prepare effectively before the official releases.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: The present state (pun intended) of identity management at work

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 & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

In this episode of Apple @ Work, we continue our 3-part series on identity management with Apple in the enterprise, featuring Tom Bridge, JumpCloud’s Director of Product Management.

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