Jamf launches Setup and Reset apps to assist in iPhone & iPad deployments

The first app, Setup, lets individuals select software and settings to install without having to contact their IT department. It communicates with Jamf Pro — the core Jamf platform — and supports a variety of configuration options, among them Smart Groups, user restrictions, and shared iPads. Devices can even be given custom wallpapers and homescreen layouts.

The app also provides one-time guest access without a login.

Reset can be used to initiate a total device wipe for security purposes or transferring a device to another person. Users themselves can wipe devices if allowed.

The app doesn't require additional integrations or warehouse re-provisioning, and bypasses the need to plumb through the iOS Settings app.

"These apps introduce a new paradigm in a shared-device deployment model," said Dean Hager, CEO, Jamf. "Whether an employee seeking temporary mobility, a shift worker on rotation serving customers, or a guest needing to engage with his host, end users can now receive a customized experience, designed specifically for their needs. And, IT administrators have a scalable re-provisioning workflow allowing them to get the most from a smaller pool of devices."

Both of the apps can be found at the App Store, but require a Jamf Pro subscription, generally intended for larger businesses, schools, and governments. It costs $3.33 per month for each iOS or tvOS device, and $6.67 per month for each Mac. Onboarding costs can range anywhere from $750 for a four-hour remote session for iOS/tvOS to $7,500 for a 3-day onsite Mac and iOS process.