By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew O’Hara) The biggest update ever to the Nest Learning Thermostat finally supports Apple Home, but it’s an expensive offering with some big caveats that might be a problem for some users.Nest Learning Thermostat 4th-gen reviewWe had been Nest fans for a long time. We appreciate the Nest’s futuristic and eco-friendly approach to cooling and heating the home.It was only after the Google acquisition that we’d move on from the brand. It was clear they would never add HomeKit support and the new products didn’t seem very different or innovative. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (AppleInsider Staff) Have you ever wished there was an easier way to own the latest MacBook?For years, the founders of Upgraded felt the regular process of buying and selling was inefficient, so they launched an upgrade program for MacBooks.The program is simple: Choose a new MacBook Air or MacBook Pro (starting at $36.06 or $52.17 a month, respectively), then upgrade to the latest and greatest every two years.Interest rates start at 0% and AppleCare+ is included. See all the details and available options at getupgraded.com. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (David Schloss) Governments, ISPs, and even your employer can watch every online move you make. Here’s how the best VPN apps can keep your online life safe.The best VPN for iPhone apps can protect you from governments, hackers, even your employerMany countries openly spy on people, and it is legal for them to monitor your online presence. Location information, even personal information, is fair game, as is every email, text message, and video call. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Thomas Sibilly) The Satechi 4-in-1 USB-C Hub is a portable yet reliable hub for optimizing data transfers to and from your laptop.Satechi 4-in-1 USB-C Hub reviewMore and more accessories and devices support USB-C. When connecting them to a MacBook with limited ports, you must plug, eject, and unplug one at a time. Or, you could just save time by using a hub.Satechi has been making USB-C and Thunderbolt docks for years and covers various price ranges and needs. The 4-in-1 USB-C Hub is among their smaller and cheaper options. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) Internal Apple sources suggest iPad mini is “constrained,” which hints that the aging device could finally see a refresh in the fall — perhaps with Apple Intelligence support.iPad mini 6Apple revealed the redesigned iPad mini 6 in 2021 and it hasn’t been touched since. The all-screen design made it quite the striking tablet at that small form factor, even with jelly scroll concerns.The wait for the rumored iPad mini 7 could finally be over, as stock of the existing model has dwindled. According to a post from Mark Gurman, Apple sources describe the tablet as constrained, which makes him believe a possible refresh is coming. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) Luca Maestri has served as Apple’s CFO for over a decade, but he’s stepping down and being replaced by Kevan Parekh, Apple’s current VP of Financial Planning and Analysis.Apple ParkKevan Parekh has spent 11 years at Apple and leads Financial Planning and Analysis, G&A and Benefits Finance, Investor Relations, and Market Research. He was previously in charge of Worldwide Sales, Retail, and Marketing finance and got his start in marketing.Apple shared that Parekh will take over as CFO on January 1, 2025, as Luca Maestri transitions from the role. Maestri will remain involved in Apple as lead of the Corporate Services teams and report directly to CEO Tim Cook. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Amazon’s Labor Day sale is live and Apple products are heavily discounted. Save up to $500 on AirPods, iPads, Macs and more.Save big on Apple products during Labor Day sales.The Labor Day sale at Amazon has thousands of deals on electronics. We’ve rounded up the top picks on Apple devices in particular, with AirPods Max returning to $399 and the iPad 9th Generation dropping to $199.Shop the Labor Day sale Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Mac and Windows notation app Finale has been used by musicians since Macs had nine-inch black and white screens, but now its developer is shutting it down and directing users to alternatives.Finale music notation softwareNo app for writing music scores and notation would ever have become exactly mainstream. But Finale’s passionate users have been talking about the app on the AppleInsider forums since at least 2002.”Today, Finale is no longer the future of the notation industry — a reality after 35 years, and I want to be candid about this,” writes Greg Dell’Era, president of the MakeMusic development company. “Instead of releasing new versions of Finale that would offer only marginal value to our users, we’ve made the decision to end its development.” Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple has confirmed its “Glowtime” special event will take place on September 9. Here’s what to expect to see from the event alongside the iPhone 16.Apple CEO Tim Cook surrounded by potential new device launchesAs regular as clockwork, Apple has declared it will be holding a special event on September 9. The event will introduce the iPhone 16, and will also feature other upcoming products in Apple’s catalog.Here’s what hardware Apple may show off during what will be its most-watched event of the year. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew O’Hara) 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 could re-release their old app, too many changes have already been implemented. It would ultimately create more problems than it would solve.It’s the latest chapter in their ongoing saga where the primary Sonos app has struggled. It’s been plagued with problems and Sonos has been slowly addressing them all. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
