HomeKit Tips and Tricks
How to customize the Home app in iOS 16
Apple's new Home app in iOS 16 has a new user interface for controlling accessories. Here's how to customize the Home app to have a personalized smart home experience.
By Nathaniel Pangaro |
How to delete a HomeKit accessory
Sometimes you have to remove a Homekit device from your smart home. Here's how to do it.
By Malcolm Owen |
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How to start or expand your HomeKit smart home with Aqara
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Creating a smart home network can be difficult to start for newcomers, but with a few HomeKit devices like those from Aqara, you can get up and running with relative ease.
By AppleInsider Staff |
How to create a HomeKit smart coffee maker
Even though Apple doesn't include a coffee maker category within HomeKit, there are still ways to automate your daily brewing process. Here's how to create a smart coffee maker with Apple HomeKit.
By Andrew O'Hara |
Latest comparisons
Downgrading from iPhone 13 Pro Max to the iPhone SE 3 is a mixed bag
Millions of people are experimenting with ways to save a few bucks, and downgrading your iPhone can be a good option. This is what happened when one AppleInsider writer downgraded from their iPhone 13 Pro Max to the iPhone SE 3.
iPhone 14 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra - compared
Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra is a high-end smartphone that aims at Apple's iPhone 14 Pro with a 200-megapixel camera and a high-resolution 6.8-inch display, as well as a stylus.
14-inch MacBook Pro vs Galaxy Book 3 Pro 14 - compared
Samsung's February notebook launches include the Galaxy Book3 Pro 14, featuring a Dynamic AMOLED display and a 13th-gen Intel processor. This is how it stacks up against Apple's counterpart, the new M2-based 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Samsung Galaxy S23 vs iPhone 14 Pro - compared
Samsung has released its answer to the iPhone 14 Pro and other smartphones. Here's how the Galaxy S23 compares against the iPhone 14 Pro.
M2 Pro Mac mini vs Mac Pro - compared
The Mac Pro is still available as the Mac to switch to Apple Silicon. The powerful M2 Pro Mac mini is now out, and it gives the tower a run for its money.
Latest Videos
Sonos Era 300 review: Spatial audio finally arrives
The all-new Sonos Era 300 is an excellent new smart home speaker that elevates your audio with support for Dolby Atmos spatial audio.
Tesla Wireless Charging Platform review: A premium, Tesla-branded AirPower clone
Tesla has just released its latest fast charger. It isn't for your car, but rather for your iPhone and other Qi devices — and it's very different.
How to use ChatGPT on Apple Watch
ChatGPT isn't limited to desktop — here's how you can use ChatGPT directly from your wrist with your Apple Watch.
Hands on with Apple's yellow iPhone 14
We go hands-on with the all-new yellow color of the iPhone 14 after its March debut.
2022 iPad Pro M2 review: Six months later, powerful and still stale
It's been about six months since Apple released the 2022 M2 iPad Pro. We revisit Apple's flagship tablet to see how it has held up.
Latest tips
Best disk space analyzer apps for monitoring your Mac's storage in macOS
If you're feeling the pinch of limited storage capacity on your Mac, these disk space analyzer apps could help you see how it has been consumed, and potentially free some space up too.
How to use ChatGPT on Apple Watch
ChatGPT isn't limited to desktop — here's how you can use ChatGPT directly from your wrist with your Apple Watch.
How to reset HomePod and HomePod mini
If your HomePod isn't working, there's a way to reboot it or reset it back to factory defaults. Here's how to reset HomePod and HomePod mini with or without an iPhone.
How to use Activity Monitor in macOS Ventura
You can easily keep tabs on what's running on your Mac and get things running smoothly by using Apple's Activity Monitor. Here's how to get started.
How to save iPhone battery by automatically turning off Wi-Fi in iOS 16
You can have your iPhone turn off Wi-Fi by itself, or change just about any setting, whenever you leave home or come back. Here's how to do it.
Latest Reviews
Sonos Era 100 review: Puts HomePod on notice
The old Sonos One was a versatile speaker at an entry price that didn't quite match the HomePod. The new Era 100 speaker changes that with a more dynamic sound and robust features — while managing to undercut HomePod in price.
Uze 100W GaN Charger review: A lot of power in a small body
Lately, chargers have become more powerful by outputting more power in a smaller and lighter form factor. The Uze 100W GaN Charger fits into this trend by offering high power in a compact design.
Audio-Technica AT-LP7 review: A very nice turntable for under $1,000
The Audio-Technica AT-LP7 turntable is a stealth work of art. From its modern, sleek design to its graceful and delicate operation, it's a complete package in a deceptively simple form factor. It's a perfect option for people looking to take their vinyl listening to the next level.
BenQ e-Reading lamp review: screen-friendly desk lighting
If you are a fan of Night Shift or True Tone on your Apple devices, you can get a version of that in the form of a desk light with the BenQ e-Reading lamp.
Nomad Stand One review: A luxe MagSafe charging stand
Nomad's newly-launched Stand One is a sleek charging solution for your iPhone that uses Apple's magnetic MagSafe technology to its fullest extent.
