Apple has added the original 2017 Apple TV 4K to its vintage products list. If you still have these in meeting rooms or reception areas, plan for limited future support and start lining up a replacement cycle.
macOS 27 brings remote AppleCare log collection as a behind the scenes upgrade. This matters for small IT teams because it can cut the back and forth when raising AppleCare cases and speed up root cause work on problem Macs.
Onvis has launched a Matter over Thread outdoor smart plug with real time energy monitoring and IP65 weather resistance. If you manage Apple Home setups in offices or shared buildings, this gives you a hub free option for outdoor lighting that still plays nicely with Apple Home.
Amazon has announced new Alexa Tablets that now run Android with the Play Store instead of a proprietary OS. If your users only need light apps and browsing, these could pressure iPad budgets, so it is worth being clear where you still need iPadOS features or Apple specific apps.
There are current discounts of up to $150 on the new M6 Mac mini, $200 off the new Mac Studio, and $200 off M5 MacBook Air, plus lower prices on AirPods and Apple Watch Series 12. If you were already planning Apple kit refreshes, this is a good moment to compare your quotes against these sale levels and see if you can bring some upgrades forward.
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