On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we cover several new products that have launched, go hands on with a new charger, and talk about Apple's perhaps self-destructive embrace of Matter. This week IFA kicks off in Berlin so ahead of the show, we saw several products hitting the market. Many smart home related.…
Apple FineWoven case review Apple is likely to kill off its FineWoven range of cases and bands when the iPhone 16 launches. Most of you still shouldn't buy them while stocks last, they were at least a valiant attempt to replace leather. It's not a surprise that FineWoven is about to disappear. Perhaps its not…
Labor Day deals on Apple's MacBook Air end today. The Labor Day specials at Best Buy slash up to $1,000 off MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models with a Plus membership. But the deals end today. M2 13" (7-core GPU, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $749 ($250 off) with Best Buy Plus M3 13" (8-core GPU,…
The average time between iPhone upgrades is three years, and that means when the iPhone 16 launches, iPhone 13 owners will be in that window. Here's what an upgrade from Apple's three-year-old smartphone to the latest practically means. Owners of Apple hardware tend to hold onto their devices for a long time. For a typical…
Apple may be adding new ways to combat smartphone addiction, but it's also spending millions on lobbying regulators to limit what it's required to do with the iPhone and App Store. According to the Wall Street Journal, multiple states are looking to regulate teen smartphone use, and can all expect pressure from Apple. Detailing one…
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsSolid constructionNice mechanical feel when typingBacklit varietySupports multiple Bluetooth connectionsConsNon-standard layout for Function keys and number padNeed to read the manual to be able to adjust some settingsOur VerdictThe Willow is Wombat’s mechanical keyboard offering for the Mac market. Overall, it’s a solid keyboard, ideal for anyone who prefers the feel…
Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch…
In early August, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that the upcoming M4 Mac mini will have a new, smaller design and stated that it’ll have at least three USB-C ports, a power connector, and an HDMI port. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Gurman offered more details on the M4 Mac mini’s ports…
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsCharges Watch and iPhone (can swap Watch for AirPods)Fast-charge Watch15W Qi2 for iPhoneCompact and portableColor choicesConsExpensiveLighter colors can scuffOur VerdictThe Qi2 ButterFly SE is a great alternative to the original MagSafe ButterFly charger. It’s highly portable and looks fantastic. People will love the new color choices (especially the fun pink version),…