Jonny Evans
Hello, and thanks for dropping in. I'm pleased to meet you. I'm Jonny Evans, and I've been writing (mainly about Apple) since 1999. These days I write my daily AppleHolic blog at Computerworld.com, where I explore Apple's growing identity in the enterprise. You can also keep up with my work at AppleMust, and follow me on Mastodon, LinkedIn and (maybe) Twitter.
Does Siri dream of ChatGPT?
Business leaders must accept that as digital transformation accelerates, the only certainty is change — and Siri isn't the only one to fall behind.
Apple’s latest China App Store problem is a warning for us all
As pressure grows for Apple to support app purchases from outside its App Store, reports the company has fired App Store staffers for 'business misconduct' should send a little chill up your spine.
Apple’s iPhone factories are going to get much, much smarter
iPhone-maker Foxconn has teamed up with Nvidia to build a global network of 'AI factories.' What does this mean?
University of Kentucky unlocks 60% cut in IT costs with Apple
'Apple devices cut our IT labor costs in half,' says the school's IT director, Bill Adams.
How to use Presenter Overlay for better Zoom calls on Macs
The next time you’re in a Zoom meeting, you might want to try this new macOS Sonoma feature when making a presentation.
Here are some of the ways Apple might use generative AI
I think Apple will introduce LLM support into numerous apps as small, locally run genAI models built to make life in those apps better.
Apple Vision Pro anticipation leaves VR industry gasping
The VR industry has been sent into a tailspin by Apple's Vision Pro pre-announcement. Consumers aren't buying while they wait to see what these things will do.
California's Apple-backed Right to Repair Act is the future of tech
We know the EU and other territories are developing similar legislation, which suggests that California’s new law may in the future be emulated everywhere.
When will Apple open its first African retail store?
Chasing growth, Apple has global ambitions and is doing its level best to establish a foothold in every territory that may deliver economic buoyancy as traditional markets face steep decline.
Homeland Security confirms your privacy is no longer safe
The US Department of Homeland Security reports that multiple US government agencies illegally used smartphone location data, breaching privacy regulations as they did.
Are you looking forward to the new age of mobile app insecurity?
Every day, Apple’s online and physical stores handle thousands of inquiries that relate to issues with third-party products. Sideloading will make it worse.
Message to IT: Yes, you should install Apple security updates
Over half the Macs in use today may not yet have installed the latest security software upgrades, warns a Qualys survey. You should take stock of your deployments.
Zero trust and why it matters to the Apple enterprise
For Apple admins, zero trust is a chance to deliver highly secure computing environments and industry-leading ease of use, within budgets, at a lower TCO.
Is that a hot iPhone 15 in your pocket, or... ?
Recent reports claiming the iPhone 15 is prone to overheating may turn out to be little more than hot air.
JNUC 2023: The top 5 changes JAMF unveiled
The Jamf Nation User Conference is one of the biggest events for Apple IT professionals. Here are the highlights from this year's get-together in Austin, TX.
‘We hoped not to use WebKit at all,' says Vivaldi CEO, as iOS browser ships
With Europe's DMA in place, “the gatekeeper is no longer going to be able to dictate what you use or try to force you to use software you do not like," says Vivaldi chief Jon von Tetzchner.
The pursuit of Mac-iness: 10+ gifts to pros in macOS Sonoma
There are some really useful productivity-boosting tools for enterprise users packed inside macOS Sonoma. Here are 10 that matter.
Jamf exec details how the Apple ecosystem will win the business market
Michael Covington, Jamf's vice president of portfolio strategy, sees a lot of room for growth by Apple in the enterprise. In an interview, he spelled out why.
Cisco: Macs in business boost productivity and security, cuts costs
Mac adoption isn’t just an employee choice; Cisco CIO Fletcher Previn argues that it’s a business imperative that delivers substantial benefits.