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When people ask me where to start with building out their HomeKit, I always come back to the same answer: start small. And by small, I mean a HomeKit-compatible smart plug. These devices are inexpensive, easy to install, and perfect for dipping your toes into automation and scenes within Apple’s smart home environment. They also make great gifts for friends and family who might not be ready for a full HomeKit setup but want a taste of the convenience. This week, we’re looking at the CozyLife HomeKit Mini Smart Plug. It’s a low-cost option that brings a lot of immediate value and helps lay the foundation for a future HomeKit expansion.

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Bitwarden, one of the most popular password management solutions for businesses and consumers, is expanding its enterprise lineup with a new feature designed to stay ahead of today’s AI powers security threats. Today, the company announced Access Intelligence, a product built to help businesses fix credential risks faster and block increasingly sophisticated phishing attacks driven by AI.

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Dr. Deepak Kumar, Founder and CEO of Adaptiva, about their expansion into Mac and Linux patch management.

I’ve tried many MagSafe wallets over the years, and I’ve yet to find the perfect one. I recently picked up ESR’s new five-card MagSafe wallet, and it’s become my daily carry thanks to its separate ID slots and ability to hold multiple cards.

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Apple recently rolled out iOS 18.4 and macOS Sequoia 15.4, with several updates that matter to IT teams managing Apple devices in the enterprise. Most of the changes are focused on device management capabilities and tightening up behavior around managed settings, but let’s dive in.

When it comes to building out a HomeKit environment, I always look for products that do more than one thing. The Aqara G2H Pro checks a lot of boxes. It’s a HomeKit Secure Video camera, but it also doubles as a hub for other Aqara sensors and accessories, so they can to work with HomeKit. I’ve had it set up in my house for a few weeks now, and it’s proven to be a solid addition that fits right into the Home app without any extra hoops to jump through.

Dashlane is rolling out a major update to its enterprise tools with the launch of Omnix, a new platform designed to combat AI-driven phishing attacks and shadow IT. The product aims to move IT teams past traditional vault-based password management and gives them the tools to manage, detect, and respond to real-time credential threats.

1Password is an app I’ve been using since 2008, but it’s not longer just an app. It is building a platform for how work actually happens today. That includes personal devices, AI agents, and apps that never went through the IT team. With new updates to its Extended Access Management platform and a partnership with Drata, 1Password is moving beyond vaults to help companies stay secure without slowing anyone down.

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Jitesh Ubrani from IDC about the Q1 2025 PC shipment report.

I’ve spent more nights in a hotel in 2025 than I care to mention. I recently went on a trip and was completely spaced on bringing a USB-C cable. After a run to the Apple Store, I had one, but it was still super frustrating. I need to build a permanent travel kit for cables. Between cables, chargers, and adapters, things get messy fast. A 3-in-1 charger helps cut down on clutter, but most of them are bulky. Some look great beside your bed but are a hassle to travel with. Lamicall’s 3 in 1 MagSafe charger is different. It folds down small. It travels well, and it does the job.

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Software updates on macOS have been challenging for a few years. Between rapid OS releases, Apple silicon authentication requirements, and endless user deferring prompts for weeks at a time, it’s become harder for IT teams to strike the right balance between security and productivity. On one hand, devices need to stay up to date for security and support reasons. On the other hand, you can’t disrupt users in the middle of their workday with forced reboots or surprise upgrade prompts in the middle of a meeting.

I love outlet adaptors for HomeKit, but if you still use them to automate lamps, it might be time to switch things up (sorry for the pun). Smart plugs are a great way to get started, but smart bulbs give you more control over the lighting experience and work with overhead lights. With smart bulbs, you can change the color, set different brightness levels, and group them by room or scene. It is an easy upgrade that adds flexibility without complicating your setup. This week, I am looking at the Lightinginside Matter smart bulb.

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with David Stout, CEO at webAI, about their new partnership with MacStadium.

Off-topic to begin the article, but Apple’s iSight camera was peak design. I wish it still existed. I think Apple could sell a lot of them today if it were extremely high quality. With that being said, when I unboxed AMEGAT’s new Qi2 desk charger, I immediately thought of the iSight.

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One of the constant challenges for IT teams is balancing security and productivity, especially regarding network access. It’s easy to give people broad permissions to keep things moving, but that creates long-term cybersecurity risks when that access lasts longer than is needed. I am a massive fan of Tailscale, and the company has rolled out a new feature that addresses that problem.

Aqara continues to be one of the best smart home vendors for HomeKit fans. This week, the company announced a major update to its Matter integration that will benefit anyone using HomeKit as their primary platform.

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Jeremy Gottschalk, founder and CEO of Marketplace Risk, about how organizations should think about communication tools and balancing with security, convenience, and privacy.

MagSafe is one of those Apple features that should feel perfect, but the reality often falls short. Accessories can shift, slip off, or add more bulk than you want. OpenCase looked at that experience and decided there was a better way. Their design improves how MagSafe accessories attach while keeping the case lightweight and simple. It’s the kind of solution that makes you wonder why Apple didn’t do it this way from the start.

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Apple’s enterprise business is doing incredible, but not because of subscriptions or recurring revenue. The bulk of Apple’s enterprise comes from hardware sales, with Macs, iPhones, and iPads that are powering businesses worldwide. While Apple does offer services like AppleCare and Apple Business Essentials, their impact on recurring revenue is a rounding error. At Apple’s scale, it needs massive revenue to drive growth. If Apple wants to drive revenue growth in the enterprise, something has to change.

Most people don’t think about air quality until it becomes a problem. It might not be random if you’ve ever felt sluggish in a home office or noticed your allergies acting up indoors. CO2 levels, humidity, and temperature all affect how comfortable and healthy your home actually is. A car fire at my neighbor’s house a few months ago reaffirmed this for me. The SwitchBot Meter Pro CO2 Monitor is built to make tracking air quality easier and integrates with HomeKit over Matter.